Source: Lactanet
by: Hannah Sweett, Ph. D. and Allison Fleming, Ph. D.
The dairy industry has undergone a significant transformation in its genetic strategies, driven by the advancements in genomics, the widespread adoption of sexed semen, and the growing use of...
On October 4, 2024, the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) shared the findings of its Cost of Production (COP) survey with stakeholders, who were given until October 11 to decide whether to initiate the Exceptional Circumstances (EC) process. This option...
Source: Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement about Canada’s dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies under...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Cereal crops are a staple of Canada’s agricultural sector. Last year, we exported 29.8 million tonnes of wheat, barley and oats, valued at $13.8 billion, and demand continues to grow.
To support the competitiveness and sustainability...
Source: Holstein Canada
The Holstein Canada Board of Directors has announced the results of the recent nominations for the election of National Directors in the electoral districts of Quebec at Large and Eastern Ontario.
Please join us in congratulating Nicolas Lalande...
Source: Maizex Seeds
Three rural community groups are set to receive financial support, as Maizex Seeds and Lallemand Plant Care today announced the winners of the Hometown Roots Family Contest in Ontario.
Two Ontario farmers won the opportunity to support the...
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Changes to Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)’s AgriStability program will reduce paperwork and lower costs for producers.
Farmers are vital to Alberta’s economy, providing essential food resources and driving rural prosperity, yet they often face burdensome...
New Zealand has escalated its long-standing trade dispute with Canada over access to Canada's dairy market. Trade Minister Todd McClay announced that New Zealand has triggered mandatory negotiations under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). These...
Source: University of Guelph
Fusarium head blight (FHB), a disease caused by a fungal pathogen, is devastating crops, producing mycotoxins that can rapidly damage plants, wither the kernels in the head of wheat and cost the economy billions of dollars...
Several years ago, there was a notable investment in pea processing for the plant-based protein industry, including the construction of a multimillion-dollar facility in Manitoba. This development led to discussions about expanding pea cultivation in Western Canada and the...
