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CFFO Blog's Blog – October 2011 Archive (4)

The CFFO Commentary: Animal Agriculture’s Role in Feeding a Hungry World

By Nathan Stevens

October 28, 2011

 

According to some estimates, mankind will cross the seven billion person threshold on October 31st, 2011. Despite that unrelenting growth, thousands are dying each and every day of hunger as we climb towards nine…
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The CFFO Commentary: CFFO Convention to Focus on Building Agriculture through Sustainable Profits

By John Clement

October 21, 2011

 

Farm meetings generally contain a lot of material regarding management techniques or marketing opportunities. But without sustainable profits throughout the entire farming venture, management techniques alone simply won’t keep a…
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The CFFO Commentary: Price Volatility a Key Challenge for Global Food Security

By Nathan Stevens

October 14, 2011

 

A recent global food security conference at McGill University in Montreal looked at the issue of feeding a hungry world from a number of different angles. At the heart of the conversation is the incredible challenge that agriculture faces as the human population soars towards nine billion people by 2050. One of the key factors in the discussion was the impact of food price volatility in the developing world.

 

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The CFFO Commentary: Selling Confidence and Authenticity alongside Pork Chops and Pears

By John Clement

October 7, 2011

 

Farmers may think that they’re just selling products like pork chops or pears to consumers. But they’re selling much more. They’re also selling health, environmental sustainability, animal welfare and a host of associated “values.” By understanding these consumer values, farmers can capitalize on this knowledge to develop strategies that increase or diversify sales.

 

John Scott, head of the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers,…

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

U.S. Crude Oil Output May Decline After Record Levels

U.S. oil production is expected to hold steady in 2026 before declining in 2027 as falling prices reduce drilling activity despite modest gains in offshore and Alaska output.

US Gasoline Prices Expected to Stay Lower Through 2027

U.S. gasoline prices are forecast to decline in 2026 and stay relatively low in 2027 supported by lower crude oil prices despite regional refinery challenges.

Kubota Backs Mountain Bike Freeride Trail Builder

A new partnership makes Kubota the title sponsor of freeride biker Carson Storch allowing bike freedom while supporting trail building and innovative sponsorship models in action sports.

Federal, Saskatchewan Governments Invest in Livestock, Forage Research

New funding has been announced for livestock and forage research in Saskatchewan, aiming to strengthen innovation, sustainability and long-term competitiveness across the sector. 

Alberta Crop Insurance Premiums Set to Increase

Alberta producers are being told to brace for an increase in crop insurance premiums for the 2026 growing season, driven largely by the financial impact of recent dry years across the province. 

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