Agriculture

Bio-economy needs workers

A report from BioTalent Canada shows the labour market needs to recruit thousands.

Dec 31, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Prairie precipitation predictions: right amounts at the wrong times

A warmer climate over land increases drought severity.

Dec 31, 2021 10:16 AM Read more >

EU farm policy could drastically affect international trade

World’s exporters and importers warned they would face significant adjustments if proposed policies are implemented.

Dec 30, 2021 3:00 PM Read more >

Frostbite at calving time can have marketing implications

Too-cold temperatures can cause long-term health consequences in new-born calves.

Dec 30, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Seed quality looks good despite drought

Germination and vigour scores have not been negatively affected in cereal crops, but mechanical damage is high in pulses.

Dec 29, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Bio-stimulants remain land of ‘wild claims’

Industry concerned about unverified promises and lack of independent data but confident ‘the riff raff will get sorted out.’

Dec 28, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Trade cloud mars solid potato year

Prince Edward Island potatoe producers are still facing an export ban in addition to tough weather.

Dec 27, 2021 3:30 PM Read more >

Railroads rebuild B.C. infrastructure: grain moves again

British Columbia’s Fraser Valley was hit hard by flooding that disrupted rail lines last month.

Dec 27, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

Pedigreed seed supplies run short following drought year

Yields are low but high grain prices are also luring larger than normal amounts of pedigreed seed into commercial system.

Dec 26, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

Feds increase funding to Hay West

The Hay West program has recieved further federal funding for farmers impacted by the summer drought.

Dec 24, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >