Access for key agriculture exports gained, but not at the cost of supply management
Glacier FarmMedia – Canada has landed a free trade agreement with Ecuador, which the federal government says “delivers strong results for Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector.” Under the new deal Canada gains “unprecedented access” to Ecuador and its population of 18 million people. The agreement includes a dedicated section on agriculture, which contains provisions specific […] Read more
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Stein appointed to manage AFA
Newly-hired executive director will lead formulation of strategic plan
The Alberta Federation of Agriculture has appointed Aaron Stein its new executive director. He’ll be leading the formulation of a five year strategic plan for the group.
Buhler Industries going private
Winnipeg tractor and implement maker will be delisted from the TSX
Winnipeg’s Buhler Industries, which makes Versatile tractors, Farm King augers, and other farm implements, will be privately owned by a Turkish firm under a proposed deal.
Winning innovators recognized in Manitoba
A strong field resulted in additional runners-up at this year’s Innovation Showcase that was held during Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon
At the 2025 Manitoba Ag Days 15 exhibitors were given awards in the annual innovation showcase.
Man. farm leader ‘will be dearly missed’
Man. farm leader ‘will be dearly missed’
Bill Campbell, a southwestern Manitoba farmer and former Keystone Agricultural Producers president, passes away at the age of 69.
Loose cannon on board means battening down the hatches
Glacier FarmMedia – The French poet, novelist and playwright Victor Hugo is the first person known to use the term “loose cannon” in print. He was referring to an actual loose cannon that, improperly lashed down, rolled out of control, damaged the ship, and prevented his protagonist, the Marquis de Lantenac, from landing ashore in […] Read more
Ag sector must be ready to answer foreign worker questions
Canadian farmers have a long history of employing temporary foreign workers. In 1966, the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program was formed and brought 264 Jamaican workers to Canada to pick apples. That program has functioned well over the years for its intended purpose of filling short-term seasonal positions that weren’t attractive to Canadians. It has grown […] Read more
Steffes Group enters Canadian farm auction scene
Glacier FarmMedia – A leader in U.S. farm auctions is coming to Canada. The Steffes Group has acquired Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers, of Tisdale, Sask., the firm announced in a press release Oct. 18. Steffes has been a major auction firm in the U.S. Midwest since its founding in North Dakota in 1960. The organization has […] Read more
Bayer launches VT4PRO at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Sytem includes Bt protein and RNAi, giving three modes of action above ground, two below ground
Glacier FarmMedia – Bayer CropScience is bringing a new weapon to the fight against corn rootworm and other yield-robbing insects. VT4PRO includes RNAi-based traits at the Bt protein, and incorporates both above- and below-ground traits to control pests. It delivers the latest in corn rootworm defense below the soil, and adds comprehensive above-ground control. Related […] Read more
Producers encouraged to invest in on-farm storage at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Glacier FarmMedia – Farmers shouldn’t let lower grain prices dissuade them from building bins — if anything they could pay higher dividends in a tough market say sales representatives from bin-maker AGI. “If there’s a $1 a bushel move in the price of corn between harvest and February, when you’re selling some grain, that can […] Read more
