Digital editor Greg Berg reports on the Canadian Farm Writers Federation conference held in Winnipeg in September 2025.
Tag Archives Reporter’s notebook column
Reconciliation and farming require co-operation to move ahead
Indigenous communities in North America were cultivating crops such as potatoes and corn long before anyone from Europe had heard of the crops.
Farm market reports have come a long way since days of radio
The prominence of broadcast radio has faded over the years, but the market information in old recorded reports remains as essential as ever.
Long-distance travel simply isn’t as much fun as it used to be
When I was a cub reporter at the Western Producer 30-some years ago (cough, cough), I would get wildly excited about work trips.
Childhood memories of ‘magical’ combines last a lifetime
Combines are bigger, faster, more comfortable and more expensive. But I suspect one thing hasn’t changed for the kids riding in them: the thrill of climbing the stairs and entering that world.
Animal rights activists take their game to a new playing field
PETA has played a significant role in my professional life over the years but, until recently, it had never encroached into one of my off-work passions — the Canadian Football League.
Researchers’ enthusiasm for sci-fi protein raises questions
While covering an alternative proteins even last month the writer looked at a picture of a 3D-printed ribeye and couldn’t help but think, “is this really necessary?”
Pork sector under the public’s microscope
Arguing science won’t protect producers from PR problems that are based on emotions or perceived moral high ground
Arguing science won’t protect producers from public relations problems based on emotions or perceived moral high ground.
Ag in Motion confirms sense of community found in agriculture
A province away, reporter bumps into many familiar faces which drives the trade show message home
Former community journalist recounts feeling of community felt at Ag in Motion 2025 among vendors
Rural emergency room closures continue to be vexing problem
Staffing issues are at the root of disruptions and closures in hospital emergency departments, both in rural and urban Canadian locations.
