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

The CFFO Commentary: Farmers Hope for Rain to Improve Prospects for all of Agriculture

By Nathan Stevens

July 27, 2012

 

The weather has been dominating the concerns of farmers across Ontario. While conditions vary widely from region to region, there is no doubt that a great many farmers are very concerned about the conditions of their crops. The impact of heavy drought conditions impacts all of agriculture.

 

The most obvious group that is being impacted are grain and oil seeds farmers.…

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The CFFO Commentary: Ontario Food Banks Need Farmer Support

By Nathan Stevens

July 20, 2012

 

In an increasingly competitive and cost-conscious agriculture and agri-business climate, sometimes there are unintended results for other organizations. Today, farmers and food processors are reconsidering the concept of waste and are seeking to turn all their raw materials into marketable or reusable items. The unintended result of this movement is that the Ontario Association of Food Banks is short…

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The CFFO Commentary: Farmers can Still Influence Growing Forward 2

By Nathan Stevens

July 6, 2012

 

The future of farm programming in Growing Forward 2 remains unannounced, allowing more time for farmers and farm groups to influence the future. This summer is a vital opportunity for farmers and other stakeholders to provide their input on the safety net and strategic investments that support them in different ways.

 

Agriculture programming in Canada is driven by…

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

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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