Four organizations announced funding for the planned Global Agriculture Technology Exchange in Winnipeg Sept. 17.
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Provincial associations commit funds to new facility
Researchers call for rapid adaptation to global trade environment
Canada must prepare for a future featuring a less friendly trade environment, says a new policy note authored by two leading policy analysts. Al Mussell and Ted Bilyea, researchers at Agri-Food Economic Systems Research, said the recent action by China on Canadian canola illustrates their point.
Beef cow, replacement heifer numbers suggest producers aren’t ready to grow herds: FCC
Beef cattle prices have trended above the five-year average, but low numbers of replacement heifers and beef cows suggests producers aren't ready to grow cattle herds.
Hunters urged to take biosecurity measures against bird flu
Farmers who plan to hunt geese and ducks this fall should take biosecurity measures to ensure they don't transmit high path avian influenza (bird flu) to their flocks and herds.
Bayer, others defeat US farmers’ chemical price-fixing lawsuit
A U.S. judge has dismissed a lawsuit accusing agriculture giants Bayer, Corteva, Syngenta and others of conspiring with wholesalers and retail outlets to fix prices for seeds and crop protection chemicals, causing farmers to pay higher prices
Semi-annual update: Trade, TESA and livestock price insurance
CCA Reports, from the Sept. 3, 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
As I look back over the accomplishments and how much our producers have overcome this year so far, I continue to be humbled to represent them at a national level. Fires, floods, strikes, policy roadblocks — our producers and provincial organizations have dealt with many adverse issues this year but I am seeing a great […] Read more
Canadian Hereford Association recognizes members
Purely Purebred, news from the September 2024 issue of Canadian Cattlemen
The Canadian Hereford Association added several long-time members to its Honour Roll this summer. Wally and Jackie Mitchell operate Roselawn Polled Herefords near Killarney, Man. Both Wally and Jackie have been heavily involved in the Hereford breed and broader agriculture community and have exhibited cattle at shows across the country, with Wally’s favourite accomplishments being […] Read more
Federal government pledges AgriRecovery funds for New Brunswick potato growers
New Brunswick potato growers have been promised up to $25 million in AgriRecovery funds after excessive moisture in 2023 caused "extraordinary" costs.
Students and employers prepare for changing agriculture landscape
Students, employers and educators explored diverse options in agricultural careers at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024 during the show's Career Crawl.
China’s carrot-and-stick tactics on EU nations start to pay off
China appears to allow no room for negotiations or concessions with Canada
Beijing, as a vote on EU duties on China-made electric vehicles looms, employed a carrot-and-stick approach to deal with the 27-strong bloc, but appears to have no concessions for Canadian canola.
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
