Agriculture

Extra funding is only confirmed for this year

“Ultimately, every one that we can keep out of the packing house is one for the future.”

The one potential upside to moving a smaller crop is that there should be less logistical headaches for shippers

Some crop damage due to strong winds, heavy rains and localized hail

After growing up learning the ropes about raising cattle and grain farming from his dad, Lee Ketchemonia has a vision to build prosperity through "smart farming."

The vision for the space draws inspiration from national and international facilities that have become landmarks for their respective cities

Farmers who switch to higher value crops and expand irrigation acreage to increase their profits can increase agricultural water demand

Grain companies are being asked to eliminate administrative fees for the 2021-22 crop year

Eligible livestock for the Initiative include Canadian-owned female beef and dairy cattle, bison, elk, sheep or goats that are bred or intended to be bred

We don’t really know how well today’s suite of safety net programs will work for farmers in the current crisis