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"My mother had a saying: "The excuse is good enough". While the media is reporting a…"

Joann replied Aug 6, 2010 to Wheat prices continue to surge - with incredible volatility. Why? Moe Agostino Explains Global Issues.

5 Aug 8, 2010
Reply by David Kopriva

"I agree with you Andrew. A 60 page agreement, I can imagine, has plenty of wiggle ro…"

Joann replied Jul 6, 2010 to Solar Prices Drop -- Blood Pressure Rises

15 Jul 21, 2010
Reply by Joe Dales

"Our heartfelt prayers go to the family."

Joann replied Jun 25, 2010 to A Parent's Worst Nightmare....Perth County Toddler Killed in Farm Accident...

1 Jun 25, 2010
Reply by Joann

"I hear so many different angles... I'm trying to find out how dairy quota is treated…"

Joann replied Jun 20, 2010 to Question about dairy quota

2 Jun 20, 2010
Reply by Joann

"Privacy commissioner Ann Cavoukian is raising the alarm about smart meter data colle…"

Joann replied Jun 17, 2010 to Smart Meters and high consumption

21 Jan 5, 2012
Reply by John Schwartzentruber

"Thank you Joanne for articulating the sentiments of many. You are absolutely right.…"

Joann replied Jun 15, 2010 to Political stick handling gone bad

5 Jun 20, 2010
Reply by Roadrunner

"maybe there is hope? 'There’s good news for worried electricity customers with out…"

Joann replied Jun 4, 2010 to Smart Meters and high consumption

21 Jan 5, 2012
Reply by John Schwartzentruber

"Sometimes things just come across that makes a person shake their head. If traceabi…"

Joann replied May 18, 2010 to Safe Quality and Traceability

12 May 19, 2010
Reply by Karen Mahon

"One has to wonder about Queen's Park and their abilities related to reasonable thoug…"

Joann replied May 7, 2010 to Smart Meters and high consumption

21 Jan 5, 2012
Reply by John Schwartzentruber

"Sorry, I should have added that I thought he had some other very astute observations…"

Joann replied Apr 29, 2010 to AgVisionTV: Steven Blank discusses the End of Agriculture. What do you think?

4 May 8, 2010
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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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