
Avian flu farm-to-farm spread looks less likely
Wild birds remain most likely suspects, but the CFIA is investigating detection of the disease in flies and darkling beetles

Agro-terrorism threats continue to increase
The line between activism and extremism is crossed once illegal activities begin to affect farmers and the supply chain

Some bills remain unpaid as Hay West winds down
CFA initiative helped drought-stricken ranchers on the Prairies source hay from eastern Canada last year

QR code enlisted to promote beef
Code is part of the Information Gateway initiative by Canada Beef that is designed to boost sales

Wool advocates hope to boost domestic sales
Industry says synthetic materials pushed wool out of fibre markets, but consumer demand for sustainability is growing

Sheep, goat producers work together to improve genetic potential
Four organizations hope increased co-operation will do for their sector what genetic research did for the beef industry

Canada slips on food affordability ranking
Economist says rising grocery prices and stagnating incomes have combined to increase pressure on consumers

COVID-19 not kind to Canada’s wool industry
Clothing retailers were forced to close during pandemic, only to open in fits and starts as public health restrictions allowed