The Bank of Canada continues to raise interest rates in an effort to halt inflation.

Understanding risk exposure key to managing rising interest rates

The Bank of Canada is signalling that more rate hikes are coming

Glacier FarmMedia – Farmers need to thoroughly understand their risk exposure as they view the Bank of Canada’s latest interest rate hike, says Farm Credit Canada (FCC) economist J.P. Gervais. The Bank of Canada on Sept. 7 announced a 75-basis-point increase in its key rate, bringing it to 3.25 per cent. It followed a 100-basis-point increase […] Read more

Cows have multiple methods of getting fresh air in the hybrid design.

New hybrid barn combines natural and mechanical ventilation

The concept improves air quality and cow comfort

One of the most difficult decisions dairy farmers face when building a new free-stall barn is determining the best ventilation system. Naturally ventilated freestalls have been popular for decades, with lower-profile fan-ventilated free-stall barns growing in popularity in Ontario over the past couple years. A concept from Wisconsin combines some of the advantages of both. […] Read more