Fork more pork, in Argentina Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Folks in Argentina are well known as the biggest consumers of beef in the world. They are also known for being somewhat . . . er . . . macho. So it's hard to say how effective President Cristina Fernandez's pitch for the country's pork industry will be.The news agency Reuters reports that Fernandez told pig farming leaders that eating pork was more effective than taking Viagra. Her experience was related to a previous weekend with her husband where barbecued pork was consumed. Her speech was televised.The beef industry in Argentina isn't what it used to be. The beef herd fell by seven per cent between 2006 and 2009 as drought conditions and government controls on exports forced producers out of the business. The export ban was imposed to lower domestic prices and tame overall inflation. In 2009, Argentines were expected to eat 154 pounds of beef per capita, up from 132 pounds in 2006. BF Eggs and raw milk aren't a good mix Hispanic Haggis?
New marketing board possible for Ont. agriculture Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Ontario’s dairy goat industry could have its own marketing board. If approved, the marketing board would focus on four pillars, said Lindsay Dykeman, general manager of the Ontario Dairy Goat Co-operative. “Those pillars are advocacy, business risk management, research and education,... Read this article online
Compassionate Online Support Hub for Coping with Pet Loss Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Losing a pet is an emotional experience for many families, and having access to supportive information can make the healing process easier. To help caregivers during these challenging moments, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph has launched a new online resource... Read this article online
Ontario harvest outlook: 2025 challenges and maybe a 2026 recovery Tuesday, December 2, 2025 It’s December 2025, and Ontario farmers are wrapping up one of the most challenging harvest seasons in recent memory. Extended drought conditions through August and September left a mark on corn yields, while soybeans and winter wheat fared better thanks to timely rains and favourable... Read this article online
Ontario and Quebec farmers named Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers for 2025 Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Two farming families from Ontario and Québec have been named Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers (OYF) for 2025. The announcement came during the national event held in Toronto from November 27–30, where six regional finalists were honoured for their contributions to Canadian... Read this article online
Help Guide Climate Ready Farm Practices Monday, December 1, 2025 A new intake for the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) will open in 2026for Ontario farmers, focusing on cost-share opportunities that support the adoption of innovative best management practices. Program organizers are requesting feedback from producers to better understand interest,... Read this article online