Railway companies are more frequently refusing to pay for drainage infrastructure costs, some Ontario municipalities say. David Taylor, director of legal services at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, said the railways claim the province cannot constitutionally apply its rules to interprovincial railways, which are federally regulated. “We’ve always had a positive experience working with railways, and […] Read more
Railway reluctance on drainage costs will be carried downstream
If federally regulated railways don’t pay for drainage repair and upgrades, landowners and municipalities will pay the price
Livestock leader McMorris calls it a career
Among his many roles, Mike McMorris led the Ontario Cattlemen’s Association during BSE
Mike McMorris is a human transformer who can change a person’s outlook with a few words. The Livestock Research Innovation Corporation CEO has brought positive change to every position he’s held, say colleagues in the industry. Why it matters: Skilled people in the industry aid the success of farm organizations and programs. “I feel so […] Read more
Ross Annett, gentleman auctioneer, retires
Originally from Ontario, Annett found his calling as an auctioneer in Alberta
Colleagues, friends and family describe Ross Annett as professional, dedicated, loyal and a man of integrity. He received a standing ovation when the Livestock Marketing Association of Canada acknowledged his 50-year career and retirement from Bow Slope Shipping Association in Brooks, Alta., during the annual convention in Waterloo, Ont. in May. “He brought the level […] Read more
VIDEO: Ag robots ‘have to make sense’ for farmers
Chuck Baresich, a founding member of Agrobotics Working Group, discusses France’s Naïo Orio’s potential, successes and challenges during field trials in beets and carrots at the Ontario Crops Research Centre in the Bradford/Holland Marsh in-field demo day on July 4.
Two winners of Early Career Research Award named
University of Guelph researchers aim to improve GRIP and disease readiness
For the first time, the 2024 Early Career Research Award will benefit two researchers, Drs. Ataharul Chowdhury and Sam Workenhe. The award is designed to acknowledge the value of livestock research conducted by young scientists on behalf of the livestock industry, said Deborah Whale, Grand River Agricultural Society’s first vice-president and member of the project […] Read more
Q&A with Ontario’s Minister of Rural Affairs
Lisa Thompson intends to build growth in rural Ontario in her new role
Newly appointed Minister of Rural Affairs Lisa Thompson wasn’t surprised that Premier Doug Ford prioritized rural affairs as a new standalone ministry during a June 6 cabinet shuffle. “I’ve always been consistent in representing rural Ontario and recognizing how our small towns and rural communities can continue to drive prosperity in the spirit of GDP […] Read more
Senate report calls for soil strategy, national soil advocate
The two-year study recognizes conservation efforts over recent decades but finds there is more to be done
A recently released Senate committee report says Canada requires a long-term soil conservation and protection strategy. Ontario Senator Rob Black said the strategy is a priority among the report’s 25 recommendations and should contain concrete targets, regularly reviewed timelines and provisions, a government-appointed national soils advocate, and designation of soil as a strategic national asset. […] Read more
Ontario beef producer stress increases as Cargill strike stretches on
BFO says some financial institutions are offering relief
The strain increases for eastern Canadian beef producers as Cargill’s Guelph Dunlop strike stretches into its fifth week. “We respect and support the collective bargaining process, but the disruption here is placing incredible strain, stress and anxiety on producers,” explained Richard Horne, Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) executive director. “And it’s creating cashflow constraints.” The […] Read more
Two winners of Early Career Research Award named
Research projects improve GRIP and disease readiness
For the first time, the 2024 Early Career Research Award (ECRA) will benefit two researchers, Drs. Ataharul Chowdhury and Sam Workenhe.
For the first time, the 2024 Early Career Research Award (ECRA) will benefit two researchers, Drs. Ataharul Chowdhury and Sam Workenhe. The Early Career Research Award is designed to acknowledge the value of livestock research being conducted by young researchers on behalf of the livestock industry, said Deborah Whale, Grand River Agricultural Society’s first vice […] Read more
Traceability updates create concerns
Livestock Markets Association of Canada asks CFIA for producer education on changes
Livestock producers want more details and training on proposed changes to Canada’s national livestock traceability rules so they can ensure they meet requirements. Why it matters: Changes to the Health of Animals Regulations (Identification and Traceability) can have far-reaching effects on livestock business operations. Rick Wright, chair of the Livestock Markets Association of Canada, told […] Read more
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