The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-25
Vancouver Grain Terminal Strike Puts Saskatchewan Wheat Producers at Risk
Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) is calling on the Federal Government to use all tools necessary to ensure the parties come to an agreement as soon as possible with the Grain... Read more
2024-09-25
Ensuring Canada’s Food Security: FVGC Welcomes Parliament’s Return with a Focus on Critical Agricultural Issues
OTTAWA, ON – As Parliament resumes its important work after the summer recess, the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) is urging policymakers to prioritize food security and the... Read more
2024-09-25
Manitoba Pork Calls on Ottawa to Cushion Agriculture From Impact of Canada-China Trade War
The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on Ottawa to be prepared to provide assistance for Canadian farmers caught in the crossfire of a trade war between Canada and China. An article... Read more
2024-09-25
'Biodiversity Is Our Real Crop Insurance'
Strengthening land—and those who steward it—is central to creating a more resilient and nourishing future, panelists said at Climate Week. Read more
2024-09-25
USDA and Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) Support a Diverse Talent Pipeline with New Agreement
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) entered into a first-ever Department-wide Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) to... Read more
2024-09-25
Biden-Harris Administration Partners with Organizations to Bring Affordable Clean Energy to Rural Americans as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is moving forward in the awards process with eight new clean energy projects through the Powering Affordable Clean... Read more
2024-09-25
USDA Encourages Ag Producers, Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Helene
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses in the path of Hurricane Helene that USDA has programs that provide assistance in... Read more
2024-09-25
USDA Hosts Final National Equity Convening Focused on Power of Partnerships, Progress Made in Advancing Equity
Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hosted the Final Equity Convening to celebrate the work of the USDA Equity Commission and the progress the Department has made under the Biden-Harris... Read more
2024-09-24
Final USDA grants strengthen meat processing
The USDA's last grants from the MPPEP aim to increase processing capacities and job creation in the meat sector, with over $35 million awarded. Read more
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2024-09-24
Vancouver grain terminal workers start strike
More than 600 workers walked off the job Tuesday morning Read more
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2024-09-24
UT engineer scoops prestigious ASABE award
University of Tennessee's Lori Duncan wins the ASABE Young Professional Award for her innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture. Read more
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2024-09-24
Bayer expands label for BUTEO seed treatment in Western Canada
Mustard producers can use it beginning in 2025 Read more
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