B.C. cities join in anti-GMO battle Sunday, November 3, 2013 Municipalities in British Columbia have joined the anti-GMO fray. In September, the Union of British Columbia Municipalities passed a resolution asking the provincial government "to legislate the prohibition on importing, exporting and growing plants and seeds containing genetically engineered DNA, and raising GE (genetically enhanced) animals within BC (sic), and to declare, through legislation, that BC is a GE Free area in respect to all plant and animal species." Particularly delighted is Alex Atamanenko, NDP MP for British Columbia Southern Interior, a retired school teacher, according to his constituency office's press release. "Those grassroots organizers, passionate citizens and dedicated public officials are all to be applauded for bringing about such a momentous result," stated Atamanenko. "I have found that when people are armed with accurate information about GE crops and the industry behind it they are outraged and want to put an end to it." BF Chesapeake Bay load limits alarm growers Rooftop greenhouse growing isn't easy
Early Career Research Award supports two Guelph research initiatives Friday, July 4, 2025 The was presented to two University of Guelph researchers at the recently held Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC) symposium. Dr. Kelsey Spence received $40,000 towards her work in on-farm biosecurity research, and Dr. Sam Workenhe was awarded $60,000 to further his... Read this article online
Grape Growers 40th Annual Celebrity Luncheon has Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser Friday, July 4, 2025 The Grape Growers of Ontario’s marks the opening of the by showcasing Canadian personalities and celebrating the annual grape harvest. This year, in partnership with Meridian Credit Union, Ontario’s largest credit union and the third largest in Canada, the Grape Growers of Ontario... Read this article online
Ontario crops respond to summer heat Wednesday, July 2, 2025 According to the OMAFA Field Crop News team, Ontario field crops are showing rapid development as summer-like temperatures have dominated late June early July. The warm spell has accelerated growth and helped reduce the heat unit deficit from a cool spring. Corn fields have seen a burst... Read this article online
Canada’s Place in Global Food System Resilience Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Canada’s food system is facing serious pressure due to global supply chain issues, climate change, and rising food prices. According to a KPMG report, bold and united action is needed now to make Canada’s agriculture sector more resilient and self-reliant. With the global population... Read this article online
Calf Auction Raises Funds for Youth Monday, June 30, 2025 Wyatt Westman-Frijters from Milverton won a heifer calf named Ingrid through a World Milk Day promotion by Maplevue Farms and a local Perth, Ontario radio station. Instead of keeping the calf, 22-year-old Westman-Frijters chose to give back to the community. The calf was sent to the... Read this article online