Ontario’s plan to amalgamate Conservation Authorities into large regional jurisdictions raises concerns that political influences will replace science-based decision-making, impacting flood management and community support.
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Conservation authorities to be amalgamated
Conservation sector reps fear job loss, less effective local delivery
Little yield impact from excess phosphorus: study
Ohio State researchers emphasize opportunity for cost savings amidst high input prices
Applying extra phosphorus to drive crop yields can work — unless the field in question already contains the nutrient at 20 parts per million or higher.
Bean research breeds community giving
University of Guelph breeding program transforms surplus research beans from waste into resources
University of Guelph dry bean researcher Dr. Mohsen Yoosefzadeh Najafabadi champions sustainability by donating surplus breeding program beans to support food security and community art initiatives.
Prolonged drought causes unprecedented productivity loss: Study
Colorado State University — Extreme, prolonged drought conditions in grasslands and shrublands would greatly limit the long-term health of crucial ecosystems that cover nearly half the planet, says new research […] Read more
Research meets reality: Farmers and scientists find solutions together
University and industry experts emphasize that trust, relationships, and farmer input ensure science translates into real-world impact
Livestock Research and Innovation Corporations’ GRIP roundtable in Elora, saw researchers and farmers explore how collaboration drives animal welfare, poultry housing, and feed innovation.
Ontario 4-H canoe raffle raises funds and awareness
Handmade canoe a labour of love and recognition for 4-H founder
Ontario 4-H Foundations raised $14,580 for the Stanley Knapp Resource Development Endowment Fund with a handmade cedar canoe raffle, which was drawn at the Ilderton Fair.
OMAFA research funding includes boost for poultry centre
The province is spending $41 million to upgrade agriculture research instrastructure
OMAFA announced $41 million in funding for Agriculture Research and Innovation Ontario’s infrastructure on Oct. 7, including new funds for the Poultry Research Centre at the Elora Research Station.
New alfalfa varieties under development
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada researchers breeding alfalfa tolerant to acidic soils, drought and flooding
A new alfalfa variety from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada addresses the crop’s preference for ideal conditions by expanding the pH range in which it can be effectively grown, while bringing yield benefits.
Expanding strawberry varieties suitable for eastern Canada
Federal breeding programs considering agronomic and production system characteristics, as well as consumer preferences
Scientists at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada are developing new berry varieties for eastern Canadian growers to meet new climate challenges and consumer preferences.
Review coming for Canadian wheat breeding
Canadian Wheat Research Coalition says review of the wheat breeding innovation system will make sure research meets farmer needs.