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OntAG Admin's Blog – January 2010 Archive (2)

Alumbaugh: Oh the Irony! PETA...

Alumbaugh: Oh the Irony!

By JoAnn Alumbaugh, Farms.com



Last week, Gilbert Arenas, the pro Washington Wizards basketball player, was suspended indefinitely for bringing guns into the Wizards’ locker room and for inappropriate behavior preceding a game, when he mockingly “shot” at teammates. It happened last Wednesday, January 6, which coincidentally, was the player’s 28th birthday.



But, now here’s one for the record books: The very next day after his suspension, Arenas… Continue

Added by OntAG Admin on January 19, 2010 at 3:33am — No Comments

Ontario Tree Planting Workshops Announced. Click to Learn More.

TORONTO, Jan. 14 /CNW/ - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, along with its partners, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) and local planting agencies will host seven free workshops to educate local area landowners on the resources and incentives available to plant trees on their properties.



Everyone can take part in supporting tree planting in Ontario. The workshops give landowners the opportunity to learn about tree planting techniques, financial… Continue

Added by OntAG Admin on January 14, 2010 at 11:39am — No Comments

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Trump Backs Data Centers as Economic Engine, But Farmers Warn of Prime Farmland Loss

President Trump is doubling down on support for data centres, calling them a source of jobs, wealth, and lower taxes for local communities.

Record El Nino Intensifies as U.S. Heat Wave and Drought Risks Grow

A record-strength El Niño is reshaping weather patterns across North America. Nutrien meteorologist Eric Snodgrass warns that extreme heat, drought risks, and shifting storm tracks could affect crop production this fall.

Wheat Futures Surge as Black Sea Risks Fuel Grain Market Rally

Grain markets rallied strongly as rising Black Sea export risks, severe Midwest heat, and heavy fund buying drove wheat, corn, and soybeans to multi-year highs.

Canadian Meat Council Warns of Food Safety Risks

The Canadian Meat Council says proposed trade rule changes could create food safety concerns and urges Canada to maintain one consistent national inspection standard.

Potato Crusher Helps Farmers Fight Weeds

AAFC researchers discovered a potato vine crusher can reduce weed seed growth during harvest, helping farmers lower weed pressure and improve long-term field management.

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