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Ag exporters want action on non-tariff barriers

Ag exporters want action on non-tariff barriers

Other countries disrespect us with barriers says Canadian Pork Council.
Farmers' frustration evident in labour report

Farmers' frustration evident in labour report

Gov't seeks innovative solutions to ag labour challenges.
Olymel reducing hog production in Alberta and Saskatchewan, cutting about 80 jobs

Olymel reducing hog production in Alberta and Saskatchewan, cutting about 80 jobs

MONTREAL — Olymel says it is cutting about 80 jobs as it reduces its hog production in Western Canada.
Did you know plants can tell time?

Did you know plants can tell time?

Plant breeders may be able to exploit circadian rhythms using chronoculture to make improvements to crop production.
Sustainability index unveiled for agriculture

Sustainability index unveiled for agriculture

Canada joins global leaders in sustainability measurement.
Commentary: The devastating legacy of Canada's Mad Cow Crisis

Commentary: The devastating legacy of Canada's Mad Cow Crisis

The Mad Cow Crisis had a lasting impact on Canada's beef industry.
Crop report: farmers finish seeding in record time, 76% complete

Crop report: farmers finish seeding in record time, 76% complete

Early seeded crops are beginning to emerge and for the time being, have enough moisture to establish themselves.
Tool developed to help build cold tolerant crops

Tool developed to help build cold tolerant crops

150 years of plant breeding provides the key.
Crop report: farmers make great strides in seeding, 84% complete

Crop report: farmers make great strides in seeding, 84% complete

Overall, crop development is ahead or normal for this time of year, largely due to the early seeding start and dry conditions.
Producers make tremendous progress with seeding operations

Producers make tremendous progress with seeding operations

After another warm, windy week, topsoil moisture ratings have continued to drop in many regions.