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Global population hit 7 billion. Can we feed this growth and what do you think the future holds for our kids?

After watching the news this week discussing the growth in the world's population I was wondering what the Canada will look like in 20 to 5…

Started by Roadrunner

0 Nov 6, 2011

How long until they select a new Ontario Agriculture Minister? Is there any good elected Liberal possibilities for the position?

I was visiting the OMAFRA website yesterday and noticed Carol Mitchell was still on it as the Minister.   I started to think about who migh…

Started by Roadrunner

2 Oct 20, 2011
Reply by Joann

The Risk Management Program Application Deadline is October 14, 2011.

The Risk Management Program Application Deadline is October 14, 2011. Applications are available at www.agricorp.com.

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Oct 7, 2011

McGuinty's Back

An appropriate song to celebrate?   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2CfvVUE22E&feature=related

Started by John Schwartzentruber

0 Oct 6, 2011

1948 Cartoon

Somewhat precient?   http://nationaljuggernaut.blogspot.com/2009/09/this-cartoon-seemed-far-fetched-in-1948.html

Started by John Schwartzentruber

0 Sep 12, 2011

Ontario Political Parties, Who is the best choice for farmers and agriculture...Any opinions?

I am starting to think about this fall's Ontario election. What party do you like and why? When I watch the news, it seems like the politic…

Started by Roadrunner

0 Sep 5, 2011

New Farming Operations & Agriculture page on Ontario Ministry of Labour website links to regulations, OHS guidelines, resources

New Farming Operations & Agriculture page on Ontario Ministry of Labour website links to regulations, OHS guidelines, resources and par…

Started by AgOntario

0 Jul 28, 2011

From Ontario ... Malcolm Allen, NDP, named critic for Agriculture and Agri-Food.

New NDP shadow cabinet announced, Jack Layton names Malcolm Allen, NDP MP from Welland Ontario, critic for Agriculture and Agri-Food   MALC…

Started by OntAG Admin

1 Jun 2, 2011
Reply by OntAG Admin

Who Knew? Comment period for Bobolink & Groundhog ended May 16th - 3 year exemption for farmers. Will this put farmers on the endangered list?

The Bobolink and the Ground hog.  the EBR Public Comment period for the Bobolink April 15, 2011 to May 16, 2011 Who Knew?   Most farmers an…

Started by AgOntario

0 May 25, 2011

Election 2011 - What do each of the party's have planned for agriculture?

Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) have compiled the party platforms for agriculture and developed key messages for Canadian Farmers.…

Started by OntAG Admin

3 May 1, 2011
Reply by Joe Dales

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Key International Export Markets See Significant Agri-Food Volume Increase

Algeria, Indonesia and Morocco, three of Saskatchewan's key international markets, saw significant increases in provincial agri-food exports in 2023 over, the previous year. "The increase in exports to important international markets like Algeria, Indonesia and Morocco are yet another example of our agriculture sector's resiliency and dedication to providing reliable, high-quality agri-food products worldwide," Agriculture Minister David Marit said. "Numbers like these showcase the success we are seeing through our presence in world markets and building key relationships with our partners across the globe." Exports to Algeria had the third-highest increase in volume among Saskatchewan's top markets at 1,232,110 tonnes, or over 69 per cent. Algeria is Saskatchewan's fourth-leading market in volume with the top export commodities being durum and lentils. Indonesia's export numbers had a similar rise with an over 62 per cent increase in volume. Indonesia rose to Saskatchewan's sixth-

Supporting Research and Innovation in Agriculture with Funding for 101 New Projects

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing $16.3 million in grant funding under the Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support 101 projects under the Research and Innovation Program over the next three years, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today. “Folks around the world are looking for more sustainable agri-food products and I know our producers can deliver,” said MacAulay. “By investing in research and innovation across the value chain, we can address current and future challenges and help make sure the sector remains resilient, competitive, and efficient.” The funding will go towards research and capacity building to accelerate innovation in agriculture in Manitoba, supporting companies that are leading innovative research and putting Manitoba at the forefront of sustainable agriculture research. “Research and innovation drives growth and economic de

Low to Moderate Risk of Significant Spring Flooding for Manitoba

Manitoba is facing just a low to moderate risk of significant spring flooding this year, according to the provincial Hydrological Forecast Centre. With normal- to below-normal soil moisture at freeze-up and well-below-normal to above-normal winter precipitation for most Manitoba basins, the March Flood Outlook report on Tuesday said the risk of significant spring flooding is low to moderate for most Manitoba basins. Water levels are expected to remain below dikes and community or individual flood protection levels. The spring flooding risk is low for the Red River and tributaries, low to moderate for the Assiniboine River and tributaries and the Interlake region including the Icelandic and Fisher rivers; and generally low for the Souris, Qu’Appelle, Rat, Roseau, Pembina, Saskatchewan and Churchill river basins, and the Whiteshell Lakes region. Most Manitoba lake levels are normal to below normal and forecasted to remain within their operating range after the spring runoff, the out

Potato planting in peril: Irish farmers face uncertain future amidst wet weather woes

In a concerning turn for the Irish potato industry, farmers across the nation are grappling with a pressing dilemma due to unrelenting rainfalls. The situation has left them in a state of uncertainty, as they question whether planting their crops this year is a feasible option, as Louise Walsh reports in a news story published on breakingnews.ie.

CPMA announces the 2024 PFP participants

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is proud to announce 20 rising stars who will participate in the 2024 Passion for Produce (PFP) program in Vancouver.

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