Ontario Agriculture

The network for agriculture in Ontario, Canada

Farming under attack: What do you think of the A&W Better Burger TV ad and Chipotle "Scarecrow" Video? Concerns?

If you have been watching TV lately you will be aware of the A&W Restaurant TV campaign that talks about their "Better Beef" burgers...No hormones or steroids.

 

In the USA, Chipotle Restaurants have been promoting a video and online game that negatively portrays modern food and agriculture production practices.

I will post the videos here in the case you have not had the chance to watch them.

Joe

Views: 395

▶ Reply to This

Replies to This Discussion

Permalink Reply by Joe Dales on October 8, 2013 at 6:55am
Permalink Reply by OntAG Admin on October 9, 2013 at 1:27am

Here is the link to the A&W Better Beef website that explains what they are doing.

http://awbetterbeef.ca/

It appears they are buying a lot of beef from outside of Canada.

 

Permalink Reply by Joann on October 14, 2013 at 6:59am

Motherhood statements that warm the heart and stomach.  Who can argue with their intent?

I just wonder if they will be able to deliver on their commitment.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/10/13/south-dakota-ranchers-reel-aft...

The cattle disaster will have a multi-year ripple effect.  I can imagine this would put pressure on cattle supply.

▶ Reply to Discussion

RSS

Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

Kyle Hildebrand 2025 North American Technician of the Year!

AGCO recognized a Canadian technician as its 2025 North American Technician of the Year after a challenging competition that tested technical skills, diagnostics, and customer service.

Canada Upgrades Storm Warning System

Canada has improved severe storm and tornado warnings with targeted alerts, faster notifications, and better safety information to help people stay informed during dangerous weather events.

Fertilizer Made from Locally Available Rocks

Researchers have developed a fertilizer from local African rocks that could improve crop growth, reduce costs, support sustainable farming, and help strengthen food security.

Global Priorities for Wheat Research

The 4th International Wheat Congress in Italy highlighted how global collaboration, joint funding, and extension services help Canadian producers tackle shared agricultural challenges.

Alberta Crops Still Above Average, But Moisture Extremes Mean Farmers Can Expect Two Different Harvest Stories

Provincial crop ratings remain stronger than the five-year average, but Alberta farmers are dealing with a sharp regional split: declining moisture in the South and Central regions and persistent wet conditions farther north. Alberta’s 2026 crop is still looking comparatively strong heading into August, but the provincial average masks very different conditions from one end of the province to the other. As of Aug. 4, 58.1 per cent of Alberta’s major crops were rated in good-to-excellent condition. That is well above the five-year average of 42.7 per cent and close to the 10-year average of 53.9 per cent. At the same time, the provincial rating slipped from 60.3 per cent a week earlier, reflecting growing pressure in several regions. The bigger story for farmers is the province’s moisture divide. Parts of southern and central Alberta continue to dry out, with soil moisture reserves declining. In the North East, North West and Peace regions, producers are facing almost the opposite p

© 2026   Created by Darren Marsland.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service