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"Interesting points...I don't think the timber industry is one to worry about....food…"

Roadrunner replied Jan 9, 2010 to .Foreign Interests.

7 Feb 1, 2010
Reply by Bristow

"I think it depends on the area...most elevators can handle some sample corn but want…"

Roadrunner replied Dec 5, 2009 to Sample Corn

1 Dec 5, 2009
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"The OFAH should be a strong ally to farmers.....do they know the farmers in the Banc…"

Roadrunner replied Oct 31, 2009 to Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters takes stand AGAINST farmers

6 Oct 31, 2009
Reply by Dale Ketcheson

"Here is the GM plan summed up after they say Supply Management won't work - their su…"

Roadrunner replied Oct 29, 2009 to Supply Management for Pigs

12 Nov 18, 2009
Reply by pigsrgr8

"At $80 per barrel....seems like the whole biofuel mania is starting again...."

Roadrunner replied Oct 29, 2009 to Ethanol Expansions

6 Oct 30, 2009
Reply by Joe Dales

"I vote yes....as farms get larger due to the economic realities...it leaves farmers…"

Roadrunner replied Oct 3, 2009 to Surplus farm houses

26 Dec 12, 2011
Reply by Robert Hillman

"I was talking to a friend and even the ginseng price has dropped to very low prices.…"

Roadrunner replied Oct 1, 2009 to Low crop prices in the Fall

4 Oct 1, 2009
Reply by Avia Eek

"I would like to see some information on how to market directly to consumers and who…"

Roadrunner replied Oct 1, 2009 to AgVisionTV.com Show Ideas, Comments and Discussion

13 Oct 21, 2009
Reply by Kevin Stewart

"Investments in Ontario's electricity grid will support renewable energy Minister of…"

Roadrunner replied Sep 24, 2009 to OFA opposes solar farm installations on farmland

13 Feb 21, 2010
Reply by newbie

"I think it is likely a little too late...time to do it was 40 years ago before the i…"

Roadrunner replied Sep 24, 2009 to Supply Management for Pigs

12 Nov 18, 2009
Reply by pigsrgr8

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Food Affordability and Accessibility Among the Top Priorities of Canadian Consumers

The Executive Director of Canadian Food Focus says in the face of rising food costs, Canadians are increasingly seeking information on how to stretch their food budgets. Over the past five years the cost of food in Canada has risen by an estimated 30 percent. Dorothy Long, the Executive Director of Canadian Food Focus, says we all eat several times a day and food affordability is one of the most immediate concerns facing Canadians right now. Quote-Dorothy Long-CanadianFoodFocus.org: High food prices and higher prices in general are really putting a lot of pressure on household budgets. Specifically with food, it can be harder to consistently choose foods that they want to serve, especially fresh produce, protein foods and other nutrient-dense foods that may seem more expensive at the checkout. The impact isn't the same for everyone but many households are making tougher decisions, buying fewer items, changing brands, reducing the variety or maybe even relying more heavily on less

Toronto-Area Corporation Convicted of Operating a Meat Plant Without a Licence

On January 22, 2026, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) learned that 1000498884 Ontario Inc., operating as Taotie Dry Aging, was producing and selling a ready-to-eat dehydrated meat product marketed as “dry-aged meat chips.” An OMAFA Compliance and Advisory Officer inspected the premises and confirmed the presence of 13.37 kilograms of dehydrated meat products packaged in 308 units. On the day of inspection, the company voluntarily removed the product listing from its website and disposed of the product. Under provincial regulations, dehydrating meat products for sale or distribution is a regulated activity requiring a meat plant licence, unless an exemption applies. The matter was referred to OMAFA’s Compliance Enforcement and Intelligence Unit for investigation and charges were laid.

Recycling Council of Alberta recognizes Barry Friesen with Circular Champion Recognition Award

The Recycling Council of Alberta (RCA) today announced it is honouring recently retired Cleanfarms Executive Director Barry Friesen with its prestigious Rs of Excellence Circular Champion Recognition Award. This award reflects Friesen’s career-long commitment to building a more sustainable, circular future in Canadian agriculture. Friesen and other award recipients will be recognized at the RCA Annual General Meeting, held online from 10:30 a.m. to noon on November 6, 2026. Says Friesen: “I’m very proud to be part of this transformative industry, and to receive this honour from the RCA: one of the great champions of circular economy in Canada, playing a pivotal role in job creation while helping to keep our environment clean.” “It’s fitting this announcement coincides with Waste Reduction Week,” says Cleanfarms Executive Director Shane Hedderson. “During Barry’s tenure, Alberta’s small container program—the first in Canada—grew significantly along with other programs across the prov

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