Agriculture

Farmers will need to build resilience into their operations if agriculture is to survive and thrive. Trees, specifically shelterbelts, can play a major role

The last time farmland values dropped in that province was 2001

"Trust companies have no love of the land. They don’t understand a farmer’s love of his soil. To them it’s just a commodity like ticker tape on the stock exchange. Just numbers." - Keith Berglind, retired farmer

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

A warmer climate over land increases drought severity.

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

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

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

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

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