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CFFO Blog's Blog – August 2012 Archive (2)

The CFFO Commentary: A Time for Agriculture Policy Change? – Part 3

By Nathan Stevens

August 17, 2012

 

The agricultural sector is one that is poised for change.  This is the third in a series of commentaries raising questions about the direction of agriculture policy in Ontario and Canada. The first two parts of this series focused on the fundamentals that are pointing towards change and the need to focus on productivity. In the other parts of the commentary series, I will focus on the critical need…

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The CFFO Commentary: A Time for Agriculture Policy Change? – Part 2

By Nathan Stevens

August 10, 2012

 

The agriculture sector is one that has the potential to benefit from a focus on productivity. This is the second in a series of commentaries raising questions about the direction of agriculture policy in Ontario and Canada. In the second part of this commentary series, I want to talk about the potential of a productivity-oriented policy agenda. In other parts of the commentary series, I will focus on…

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

Major Heat Ridge Builds as Record-Pace El Niño Raises New Weather Concerns

Meteorologists are watching what could become one of the strongest summer high-pressure ridges on record, bringing intense heat to parts of the Plains and highly localized rainfall across North America.

Farmer named rural development critic in new Poilievre shadow cabinet

Dave Epp grows vegetables and cash crops in Ontario

Grain Markets Rebound as Key Crop Reports Surprise Traders

Recent crop reports, weather concerns, and strong demand expectations have improved market sentiment. Corn and wheat gained support, while fertilizer prices softened, creating new opportunities for farmers.

Central Alberta Growers Watch for Seedpod Weevils

Growing cabbage seedpod weevil populations in Central Alberta highlight the importance of early scouting, proper sampling, and timely management decisions in canola fields.

University of Minnesota Research Examines Risk of Swine Transport Trailer Contamination at the Processing Plant

Research conducted by the University of Minnesota has shed light on the risk of swine transport trailers becoming contaminated when unloading pigs at the processing plant.A University of Minnesota study, conducted under the Swine Health Information Center and Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research Wean to Harvest Biosecurity Research Program, looked at the risk of swine transport trailers becoming contaminated at harvest plants.

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