The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is transforming beef production with cutting-edge research aimed at creating more efficient and sustainable cattle herds. Led by Dr. Mika Asai-Coakwell, a professor in Animal and Poultry Science, the project focuses on identifying genetic...
The recently announced trade agreement between Canada and Indonesia, formalized during the Team Canada Trade Mission, marks a significant milestone for Canada’s agricultural sector, particularly for its 60,000 beef producers. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed during the mission...
With harvest season wrapped up and Harvested Production Reports (HPRs) submitted, many producers with crop insurance are eager to learn when they might receive updates on their production assessments. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) assures clients that their team...
Source: Government of Alberta
Alberta’s government is addressing the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on the well-being of Albertans, animal health and the environment.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant health issue worldwide, including here in Alberta.
AMR occurs...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
The governments of Canada and Ontario are still accepting applications for 3 initiatives designed to enhance the province’s $50.7 billion agri-food sector through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).
The following 3 initiatives support greater...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
This week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, joined farmers, exporters, and industry stakeholders at the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Minister MacAulay began his visit by giving remarks at the...
Maizex Seeds will once again be presenting their popular in-person agronomy meetings this January and February. New for 2025 are two dates in Manitoba.
The Maizex Winter Agronomy Meetings will provide Ontario and Manitoba farmers with a day of access...
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced a $7.2 million investment in four projects under the AgriInnovate Program, part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This funding aims to foster innovation, enhance sustainability, and strengthen Canada's...
Last week, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, visited Beijing to strengthen trade ties and advocate for Canadian agricultural interests. During his visit, he engaged with Chinese industry leaders, importers, and Canadian stakeholders to highlight the...
Source: OMAFRA
The Ontario government’s Excellence in Agriculture Awards recognize businesses, individuals and organizations that have raised the bar for excellence in the agriculture and food industry and demonstrated leadership in their field.
2024 Award Recipients:
Minister’s Award
Farm & Food Care...
