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CFFO Blog's Blog – May 2012 Archive (3)

The CFFO Commentary: The Canada Brand gets extended to the Domestic Market

By Nathan Stevens

May 25, 2012

 

Proponents of Canadian food for Canadians got a boost last week as the Federal Government announced that the Canada Brand has been expanded to include a domestic component. This is a positive step forward in market-oriented ways to enhance farmer’s opportunities both domestically and abroad.

 

The Canada Brand has been in existence for a number of years promoting the…

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The CFFO Commentary: The CFFO’s thoughts on the Aggregate Resources Act Review

By Nathan Stevens

May 18, 2012

 

The provincial government is conducting a review of the Aggregate Resources Act. This is an important piece of legislation for the agriculture sector due to competition for land within the rural countryside. The Christian Farmers submitted comments reflecting the long-term balance needed between aggregates and farmland.

 

In the big picture, the CFFO recognizes that aggregate…

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The CFFO Commentary: Canadian Agricultural Trade Policy from a Practical Perspective

By Nathan Stevens

May 11, 2012

 

Canadian trade policy is one of the more controversial issues that Ontario farmers live with every day. There are segments of Ontario agriculture that would benefit from more open trade and segments that would not reap the same rewards. A recent trade policy session held by the George Morris Centre brought in several experts on the intricacies of international trade deals and the challenges and…

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

Caring for Fish in a Farm Pond: Best Practices for Healthy, Productive Water Systems

Fish ponds are integrated systems that benefit both the farm operation and the surrounding environment.

Year-Round E15 Push Gains Momentum as House Weighs Key Fuel Bill

Year-round E15 access could lower fuel costs and boost farm income as lawmakers consider H.R. 1346. Industry leaders highlight economic and energy benefits.

What if ag decided the World Cup?

What if each country’s ag sector provided the winning (or losing) metrics?

EIPC Consortium Launches Science Based Pest Impact Tool – What will the Impact be on US Farmers?

The EIPC Consortium has launched a global initiative to develop a science-based tool that helps compare the environmental and human health impact of pesticide use in agriculture.

Free safety kits help Canadian farm families teach children safe farming habits

BASF marks five years of Safety Scouts by providing free farm safety kits, supporting Kids FarmSafe Week, and helping Canadian farm families teach children safe and responsible farming practices.

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