Expropriation of land in Wilmot Township in the Region of Waterloo is a window into Ontario’s challenges as industrial and population growth clash in areas with high quality farmland. Farmers, landowners and residents are loudly protesting the use of prime farmland for industrial purposes and say they are fed up with political support for agriculture […] Read more
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Wilmot land expropriation questioned
Some wonder whether Waterloo Region’s actions are in public or private interests
Agriculture needs better frame for carbon value, says panel
Farmers and industry need to join forces to guide the conversation on carbon and climate change
Glacier FarmMedia – The agriculture industry can still get a hand on the reins of climate change discussions, said members of a panel at the 2024 Canadian Crops Convention in Winnipeg. Why it matters: Farmers are being pushed to be more sustainable and to have evidence to support sustainability claims. Kristjan Hebert was the farmer […] Read more
Smart Energy Company brings the Noreaster solar solution to Ontario
Solar system is modular, allowing operations to adapt the system over time to offset capital costs
A New Brunswick-based company is offering personalized micro-solar farm systems to Ontario farmers to help them lower on-farm electricity costs and bolster supply. “The cost of electricity is skyrocketing. It’s unpredictable. Farmers love finding unique solutions to help generate their independence,” said Jeff McAloon, Smart Energy co-owner. “And we help farmers generate independence.” Why it […] Read more
Peer to peer support can help avoid mental health crises
Guardian Network comprised of farmers, community members trained to provide support
Suicide is not uncommon in farm country. Reducing the frequency of such tragedies is the goal of the Guardian Network, one of three farmer wellness programs offered by the Ontario chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Why it matters: The farming community consistently shows higher than average rates of mental health issues such as […] Read more
Discovery of amino acid unveils how light makes plants open
Science Notes: Amino acid plays a broader role in plant physiology than originally thought
Scientists from Nagoya University have discovered a novel regulatory mechanism that controls the opening of stomata in plants, which is crucial for harnessing solar energy through photosynthesis. The team uncovered the role of phosphorylation at the 881st threonine residue of the plasma membrane proton pump in response to red and blue light. This research opens possibilities for […] Read more
Nutrien CEO sees sustainable way forward for Canadian agriculture
World’s largest crop input provider sees value in sustainable best practices
Nutrien Ag Solutions CEO Ken Seitz says Canadian farmers can be leaders in the global movement for agricultural sustainability. In a one-on one interview with Farmtario, he spoke about the company’s goals for sustainable agriculture in Canada. Why it matters: Private sector support can drive on-farm sustainability goals. Nutrien is the world’s largest provider of […] Read more
Snow and rain fall across the Prairies
Topsoil should have sufficient moisture for planting in next few weeks says analyst
Farmers took to social media to post pictures of snow and rain as the effects of a Colorado low splashed across the Prairies.
Indigenous entrepreneurs speak to issues in Canadian agriculture
They say access to funding one of the biggest barriers
Indigenous entrepreneurs spoke about the challenges they face in agricultural business, and the importance of community, at the recent Future of Food Conference in Ottawa. Wabanaki Maple CEO and founder Jolene Johnson, Manitoulin Brewing Company co-owner Nishin Meawasige and Kitasoo Development Corporation general manager Isaiah Robinson spoke on a panel moderated by National Circle for […] Read more
Prairie forecast: Effects of Colorado low to bring widespread precipitation
Forecast issued April 16, covering April 16 to 25, 2024
We are putting out this week’s forecast a day earlier than usual, as the weather models now have a good handle on the predicted Colorado low and how it will impact the Prairies starting Tuesday. Here is what the weather models are predicting.
Editorial: Provincial budget offers little for agriculture
While early spring signals the return of better weather and the start of a new planting season, it’s also budget time. Late March is when provincial governments release their yearly budgets, with the federal government following later in April. Ontario tabled it’s $214 billion ‘Building a Better Ontario’ budget on March 26. The budget projects […] Read more
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