REGINA — The pressures on Canadian agriculture point to the need for a forward-looking strategy, said panelists discussing whether the sector’s luck will run out this year. The immediate reaction to proposed tariffs from the United States was retaliation, but they said the situation could be the impetus for a strategy to take primary agriculture […] Read more
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Grain delivery declarations should not be taken lightly
REGINA — Grain farmers should be sure they understand commercial delivery declarations before they sign them. While grain handlers have required farmers sign these for a while, they now often come together with the eligibility declaration required by the Canadian Grain Commission. Lawyers from the Winnipeg law firm D’Arcy & Deacon said producers can ask […] Read more
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Nuffield scholar presentations planned Nuffield Canada will be hosting its Scholar Presentations in Halifax Jan. 24. The presentations are one of the final components to be completed by scholars in fulfilment of the two-year program. This year’s presentations will be made by: Applications to become a Nuffield Scholar are open April 1 though June 30 […] Read more
Peavey Mart confirms Canada-wide closures
Glacier FarmMedia – Peavey Mart will be closing all stores across Canada, the company confirmed this morning. “The Canadian retail industry is experiencing unprecedented challenges, including record-low consumer confidence, inflationary pressures, rising operating costs, and ongoing supply chain disruptions,” the company said in a statement posted to X. “These factors have created significant obstacles for […] Read more
CN reaches tentative deal with signals, communications staff
Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian National Railway says it has reached a tentative collective agreement with workers represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Some 750 signals and communications workers at the railway had voted to strike as early as today if a deal was not reached. No details of the agreement were released. […] Read more
No rail interruptions expected as CN signals, communications workers prepare to strike
Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian National Railway says there will be no impact on its operations if signals and communications workers walk off the job on Tuesday. “CN’s contingency plans are in place, operations will continue, and our dedicated teams are prepared to ensure the seamless continuity of service,” the railway said on its website. CN […] Read more
Peavey Mart announces closures
UPDATED: January 29, 2025 – 0745 CST – The rumour mill is churning after Peavey Mart announced the closure of certain locations for organizational restructuring. Meanwhile, talk of closure for all locations continues across Canada and on the internet. Related story: Peavey Mart confirms Canada-wide closures In Peavey’s official Jan. 21 news release, the company […] Read more
Record heat and moisture seen globally in 2024
Glacier FarmMedia – To wrap up our look back at the top weather stories of 2024, let’s zoom out, and take a look at what happened weather wise across the globe. We will start off by looking at the planet as a whole and then take a look at some regional weather stories. If you […] Read more
Humalite manufacturer digs deeper roots
Glacier FarmMedia – WestMET Group, the Prairie provider of the humic product Humalite, is acquiring fellow Alberta company Black Earth. The companies say the acquisition will bring streamlined production, continued sustainability and reliable quality of humic products, according to an early January announcement. Both companies have developed niches in the area of humic products for […] Read more
Meat workers face more risk
CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Workers in U.S. chicken and pork plants face higher risks than other manufacturing workers for musculoskeletal disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome, according to two studies from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The findings highlight health concerns for employees who often perform repetitive tasks and use dangerous equipment, including sharp knives, […] Read more
