The author says that a focus on improving soil organic matter will help farmers mitigate crop devastation during both droughts and floods.

Opinion: Cropping with wonky weather

Unlike other regions, Ontario has been spared from severe weather, but that doesn’t mean farmers shouldn’t be prepared

A farmer friend challenged me about what he considered alarming statements related to climate change. He sighed and said “a temperature bump of 1.5 C probably won’t bother me.” There […] Read more


A new machine-learning model for predicting crop yield using environmental data and genetic information could lead to development of higher-performing crop varieties.

Opinion: Fertilizer reductions are possible

Retired prof says 2030 target is achievable with incentives for farmers

The 4R principles promoted by Fertilizer Canada are increasingly accepted and practiced by farmers across Canada. It makes sense to apply nutrients from the right source, at the right time, […] Read more