Agriculture

Food minister Ram Vilas Paswan asks states to ensure free distribution of food grains to poor

State governments are requested to lift their quota of food grains from Food Corporation of India for free distribution of the 5 kg food grains to beneficiaries under PMG

CN Rail notches record grain movement for March as it clears blockade backlog

Canadian National Railway Co. hit an all-time record for March grain movement.

COVID-19 How We Are Helping: From Field to Fork

With the continuing spread of COVID-19, people are concerned about the food supply; people are unexpectedly in need of help.

Fertilizer Canada Working with All Levels of Government to Seek Solutions to the Challenges Faced by the Ferti..

Fertilizer Canada commends the federal, provincial, and territorial governments for their continued efforts in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, and for giving assurances

Farmers can directly sell their produce to cash and carry retailers: Consumer Affairs Secretary

While some states such as Karnataka, Maharashtra and West Bengal already allow cash and carry retailers to buy directly from farmers under the model Agricultural Produce

Province to add More Food Inspectors

The Alberta government is partnering with the CFIA to increase food inspector capacity.

Hay and Pasture Tips Heading Into Spring

The extension support person with Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association, is offering a few pasture and hay storage tips heading in to spring.

What farmers are reading this week, March 27- April 3

David Ekstrom Byline: This week, farmers read articles covering machinery, new crop tools, and USDA estimations. Aside from that, COVID-19 remained a topic of interest, i

Joint industry statement: movement of seed essential during COVID-19 pandemic

The Canadian seed industry joins the global community in supporting measures to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus.

New protocols with livestock auctions

Several livestock auction centres have made changes to help keep themselves, buyers and sellers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To plant green or to plant brown? Rye cover crop termination timing before soybeans

Cereal rye (Secale cereale) has several strengths as a cover crop option.

Home-grown Support for Niagara Health System - Grape Growers of Ontario Meet the Challenge

Grape Growers of Ontario thank all of the frontline support workers for their dedication and support during these unprecedented times. We heard your challenge Premier For

Trade of Canola between Canada and China still on Ice

Are relations between Canada and China thawing, when it comes to our canola seed? Prime Minister Trudeau says he's optimistic countries around the world will begin to wor

Carbon Tax Increase Takes Effect

The Federal Governments plans to increase the Federal Carbon Tax took effect on April 1st.

Canadian and Chinese Officials Discuss Canola Trade

The Canola Council of Canada says Canadian and Chinese government officials had a call Monday to discuss the trading conditions for canola seed.

Official Opposition Saskatchewan Caucus Calls For A Halt To The Carbon Tax

The Official Opposition Saskatchewan Caucus sent a letter to Finance Minister Bill Morneau calling for a full exemption from the carbon tax for all farming fuels and an i

Covid-19: UN body postpones its flagship climate meet COP26 devastation

The COVID-19 spread has forced the UN body to postpone its flagship annual climate change conference which was scheduled to be held at Glasgow in United Kingdom (UK) in N

NASA releases new global maps mapping groundwater, soil wetness

Groundwater and soil moisture are crucial for irrigation and crop growth  

Practical solutions for seasonal workers critical to getting fruit and vegetable crops planted in time

Its always been important for us as farmers to get our crops in the ground on time in the spring. But its never been more important than it is this year when we are facin

Importance of Seasonal and Temporary Foreign Agricultural Workers to Ontario

Ontario farmers are struggling to get skilled international essential labour to help plant, grow and harvest crops for the 2020 season. This is an issue affecting Ontario

Ontario agri-food sector heroes supporting families during COVID-19 outbreak

Over the last few weeks, Ontarians have become used to hearing terms like unprecedented to describe the times were living in.

World hungry for Canadian grain amid pandemic, with shipments abroad rising

Canadian grain is in high demand as shippers try to feed a growing appetite from mills and governments seeking to shore up staple reserves amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cannabis company CannTrust Holdings obtains CCAA protection from creditors

CannTrust Holdings Inc. says it has obtained protection from creditors under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act as it works resolve issues related the suspension of

CCGA Begins a New Year Issuing 2020 Cash Advances

April 1st is an especially important day at Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA), because its the day the organization begins issuing new 2020 spring cash advances

Hort. industry faces COVID-19 challenges

The COVID-19 pandemic may lead to shut-downs and loss of significant markets for the horticultural industry, which could be devastating for vegetable and flower growers.

COVID-19 lockdown halts crop damage assessment in Haryana

Heavy rain, hail in first half of March had caused widespread damage to wheat and mustard   

Local food production critical during times of crisis

In a normal year, our family farm would be busy getting ready for spring planting season. That means preparing seeds and fields and getting ready to get crops in the grou

2020 apple crop in jeopardy without essential workers on farm By Brian Gilroy

By Ontario standards, I have a relatively small apple orchard. I grow about a dozen different varieties on 25 acres of land that looks over beautiful Georgian Bay.

CFO introduces 2020-2021 Board of Directors and District Committee Representatives

Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO) is pleased to introduce the CFO Board of Directors and District Committee Representatives (DCRs) that have been elected by CFO farmer-mem

Introducing Soil Test Manager

Have you ever looked up the official Ontario fertilizer or liming recommendations? Theyre featured in look-up tables in OMAFRA production guides, such as our Agronomy Gui

COVID-19 impacts on the Canadian cattle and hog supply chains

Over the next several weeks, FCC Ag Economics will help you understand the rapidly evolving business environment due to COVID-19.

STABLE EGG SUPPLY IN ONTARIO!

There is no shortage of eggs for Ontario consumers, in spite of shelves for some products being temporarily empty in some stores.

Farmers' Markets Thrive Selling Online During COVID-19 Pandemic

Farmers are being hit hard with the increasing closure of farmers markets around North America. With the uncertainty of the timeline for the COVID-19 outbreak and its eff

School of Agricultural Sciences dean wins dairy award

Lakeland College is pleased to share that Josie Van Lent was honoured with the John J Kennelly Western Canadian Dairy Seminar Award of Merit. The award was presented to V

Pesticide Management Bill 2020: What could have made it better

The bill was introduced after much delay

CPE Full Validations Delayed Due to COVID-19 Precautions

The schedule for transitioning from Canadian Quality Assurance to Canadian Pork Excellence will be impacted by efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19.

New Emergency Planning Tool Now Available

A new tool is now available to help pork producers create plans for dealing with unexpected or emergency situations.

Genetics, Management, Environment Influence Disease Resilience

A Professor with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine suggests genetics, management and the environment in which an animal is raised will influence its susceptibili

Cooperation, Coordination, Flexibility Needed to Deal with COVID-19

Agri-Food Economic Systems suggests greater cooperation, coordination and flexibility will be needed among governments and industry to minimise disruptions within agricul

Scientists Evaluate Health Benefits of Functional Amino Acids

Scientists working on behalf of Swine Innovation Porc are investigating the value of using functional amino acids to improve gut health and increase the productivity and

Governments Announce Extension To Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Deadline

Today, Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister, Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit, announced the deadline to apply, reinstate, canc

Truckers Transporting Essential Supplies Granted Exemption

Hours of Service The Government of Saskatchewan is temporarily modifying hours of service regulations for commercial truck drivers in response to COVID-19.

Ag Minister Says There is no Shortage of Food in Alberta

The Alberta government says there is no food shortage in the province despite unnecessary stockpiling by some people amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Egg Market Strong Despite Hoarding

One of the products that consumers were panic buying over the past few weeks was eggs. Despite the sudden spike in purchases, a spokesman with Egg Farmers of Alberta says

Managing Workforce Biggest Challenge For Pork Sector

Officials with Manitoba Pork have been busy dealing with the fallout from COVID-19.

FCI transports 6.71 lakh tonnes of food grains during lockdown

In a fight against COVID19, FCI is working 24X7 to help 81 crore poor people get food. After the lockdown over 6.71 lakh tonnes of foodgrains have been transported throug

Helping Alberta manage COVID-19

Albertas government is working on an ag employment plan during the outbreak

A joint message from the Ontario chicken industry

Safeguarding the Ontario Chicken Industry against COVID-19 - Were all in this together

COVID-19: Olymel announces measures to support its processing plant workers and feed the country

Due to the gravity of the situation and the social and economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis, Olymel is announcing support measures that will apply to its facilities in

COVID-19 impacts on Canadians working in agriculture and agri-food

Over the next several weeks, FCC Ag Economics will help you understand the rapidly evolving business environment due to COVID-19.