Branding comes to agriculture Tuesday, August 5, 2014 Taking a page from Silicon Valley, the major players in central Iowa's agriculture and bioscience fields have branded the region between Des Moines and Ames. Agriculture.com reports that, after three years of market research, they have settled on a name: the Cultivation Corridor. The brand celebrates the healthy agricultural industry in the region, the ag and bioscience research done at Iowa State University, and the companies such as DuPont Pioneer and John Deere that are active there. "Place branding" is a new umbrella term for the branding of a city or region to make it stand out from the competition in the fight for tourist dollars or business investments. Leamington is (or was) the "Tomato Capital of Canada." Maybe London could be the "Milk Mecca," Niagara could be the "Fruit Chute" and Simcoe could be "Tobacco Town." Suggestions welcome. BF High prices and continued market strength augur well for the cattle industry Should climate change deniers be found liable?
Buying a horse? How to protect yourself from fraud and hidden health issues Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Buying a horse is a major investment for farmers and equine enthusiasts alike. Whether for work, breeding, or recreation, the process often involves trust between buyer and seller. Unfortunately, that trust can sometimes be misplaced. Cases of horses sold with undisclosed... Read this article online
Top Ontario Farms Win 2025 Excellence Awards Tuesday, November 11, 2025 The Ontario government celebrated the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, recognizing 12 outstanding winners and seven honourable mentions whose work strengthens the province’s $51 billion agri-food industry. These awards highlight leadership, innovation, and sustainability across... Read this article online
AgCareers hosts Ontario summit on hiring retention and rewards Tuesday, November 11, 2025 AgCareers is set to host the new AgTalent Summit on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in Mississauga, Ontario. This one-day event will unite agricultural managers, HR professionals, business owners, associations, government representatives, and thought leaders to explore the future of workforce... Read this article online
Philippines and Ontario Foster Pork Ties Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Ontario Pork recently welcomed a delegation from the Philippines Department of Agriculture, marking an important step in promoting global collaboration in the livestock sector. The visit aimed to exchange insights about pork production, animal health, and the ongoing innovations within... Read this article online
Updates to Case IH RB566 Round Baler Friday, November 7, 2025 The Case IH RB566 round baler has been redesigned with a strong focus on serviceability, dependability, and efficiency, offering farmers a more advanced and reliable baling experience. According to Brian Williams, livestock product specialist with Case IH, the latest improvements... Read this article online