Applying an advanced imaging technology used in cancer treatment to plant roots, researchers at the University of California San Diego and Stanford University have developed a new understanding of essential […] Read more
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Images of root chemicals offer new insights on plant growth
Science Notes: “Roadmap” lays out where key molecules are distributed along stem cells of corn plant roots
Opinion: Distracted by shiny objects
Public investments in the Volkswagen battery plant should have been earmarked for agriculture
The federal government is investing up to $13.7 billion in subsidies for Volkswagen to build a new electric vehicle battery plant in the St. Thomas, Ont., area. It’s an investment […] Read more
Fertilizer market stabilizing, say analysts and suppliers
After sky-high prices last year, uncertain markets contribute to lower costs for major inputs
Glacier FarmMedia – The rollercoaster ride may be over for fertilizer prices, says an industry executive. “After 18 months of incredible volatility, we believe the market is stabilizing,” Ken Seitz, […] Read more
U of G constructing new Honey Bee Research Centre
The University of Guelph announced the construction of a new Honey Bee Research Centre, which will be in operation by 2025. Construction on the Luckevich Pinchin Honey Bee Research Centre (HBRC) […] Read more
Proposed federal bill aims to tighten biosecurity and trespass protections
The bill adds significant fines to organizations that encourage trespassing in livestock zones
Second time lucky is the hope for a federal private member’s bill that would strengthen biosecurity on farms through the Health of Animals Act. Bill C-275 seeks to amend the […] Read more
Animal Health Canada hopes to reach more Canadians with updated transport training
New certification training more digitally accessible, says organization
Animal Health Canada has announced updates to its Canadian Livestock Training certification program for livestock transporters. In a May 29 news release, the organization said it has revamped core training […] Read more
New genetic horizons for food-grade soybeans
Future varieties will resist diseases like SCN and white mould
Soybean cyst nematode and white mould are two problematic diseases in many parts of Ontario, where most counties have confirmed infections. In eastern parts of the province and western Quebec, […] Read more
Produce sector getting closer on financial safeguards for buyer bankruptcy
Victory may be in sight after a 35-year campaign for financial protection
Fruit and vegetable growers are keeping one eye on Bill C-280’s parliamentary progress and the other on the election countdown. The Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, […] Read more
New support not indicative of debt crisis: FCC
The agriculture lender has announced new credit lines with waived fees, but maintains there is no debt crisis on the horizon
Farm Credit Canada has new support for farmers facing financial difficulties. On May 23, the lender announced it will offer unsecured credit lines up to $500,000 to agricultural producers and […] Read more
U.S. decisions add to growing list of pork-sector challenges
Prop 12 ruling, country-of-origin initiative come amid processing shutdowns
Already beset by challenges due to low producer and processor margins, Ontario’s hog sector faces another test. The news on May 11 that the United States Supreme Court had upheld […] Read more