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Lisa McLean's Blog – December 2009 Archive (1)

Ontario food processors: access SODP before Dec 22, 2009

Strong Ontario food and beverage processors – particularly those located in communities that have been hardhit by the recent economic downturn – are encouraged to apply to the Southern Ontario Development Program (SODP). SODP’s food and beverage initiative includes a $20 million fund of federal interest-free loans for upgrades, expansions, or modernization of commercial food and beverage production facilities, or fund a strategy to access new markets.



Ontario Food and Beverage… Continue

Added by Lisa McLean on December 15, 2009 at 4:18am — No Comments

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

CFIA Extends Higher Zinc Limit for Piglet Feed During Review

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has decided to maintain the current interim zinc limit in starter piglet feeds while reviewing additional industry evidence, providing continued flexibility for Canadian pork producers

Corn, Soybeans and Hogs Face Growing Market Pressure

Grain and oilseed futures fell during mid-October 2026 as record-fast South American planting, and fund selling countered potential support from Chinese soybean purchases.

Tips for Maximizing Fertilizer ROI

Synagri's Pierre Page highlighted key yield factors, emphasizing efficient fertilizer placement, soil health, and water management to reduce nutrient loss and boost farm productivity.

Farm tractor struts its stuff on F1 track

A Valtra T236 reached 54 mph at the Red Bull Ring in Austria

Diploid Potato Breeding May Improve Yield and Storage

AAFC researchers have found that diploid potatoes offer improved genetics, high yields, and disease resistance, providing a resilient alternative for Canadian potato growers.

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