Ontario looks like two different worlds this growing season
Parts of my son-in-law and daughter’s farm in southwestern Ontario have been underwater this growing season. Spring rains…
The best stops for food have lots more to offer
So you set up a roadside stand on a well-travelled highway. You have produce that rivals anyone else’s…
Farm equipment group links technology, sustainability and bandwidth
Farmers like technology that makes their operation more sustainable and profitable, such as fuel-efficient engines, automation and their…
It’s packers versus farmers in this meat war
The livestock industry’s eyes are focussed squarely on the U.S. this week as the country considers anti-competition legislation…
Is science finally winning over food buyers?
What constitutes “natural” food is always a little fuzzy. It’s typically defined by what isn’t in it, rather…
New minister has huge opportunity to promote change
The agriculture industry has started to take a look at how it relates to society on a granular…
Peter Rabbit gets a jump on World Food Day
World Food Day is one of the United Nations’ (UN) most celebrated calendar events. This year it takes…
Farmers reach new milestone in sustainability drive
I suspect most people think farmers should avoid using crop protection products such as pesticides. However, pests persist,…
Agriculture’s standing takes a blow in poll
The agriculture and food sector is proud of its many accomplishments; most lately, its track record of keeping…
Skin colour stirs controversy – but it’s white
You don’t have to know much about U.S. history to understand that minority farmers have not been treated…