Idaho 'ag gag' law overturned Sunday, October 4, 2015 The ruling by a U.S. federal judge allowing the secret filming of animal abuse at agricultural facilities is causing shock waves around the globe.Judge B. Lynn Winmill found Idaho's so-called "ag gag" law violated the First Amendment of the American Constitution. so it will likely apply to other state laws as well. It was aimed at spying on Idaho's US$2.5 billion dairy industry after farmers complained a 2012 Mercy For Animals video unfairly hurt their business.A similar law has been introduced into Australia's federal Parliament, according to the Sydney Herald newspaper. The Aussie attorney-general's office was reviewing the ruling. Australian animal rights groups claim "spying" is necessary. One example they cite is a story about a whistleblower who told The Daily Advertiser that 500 pigs died when a cooling system failed at a piggery in Grong Grong on a hot February weekend. BF Hydro supplements Welsh farm incomes An action plan for Lyme disease
Grain Farmers of Ontario invests in future leaders with 2025 Legacy Scholarships Monday, November 24, 2025 Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO), the province’s largest commodity organization representing 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers, has announced the nine recipients of its . Each student will receive $5,000 to support their studies at accredited post-secondary... Read this article online
Kubota BX23S - Your Farm’s MVP Monday, November 24, 2025 The Kubota BX23S stands out as a powerful and efficient compact tractor designed to meet the needs of farmers. As part of Kubota’s trusted BX Series, this model serves as a dedicated tractor loader backhoe, offering superior strength and versatility for a wide range of... Read this article online
Titan XC marks 100 million acres treated, driving fertilizer efficiency for farmers Friday, November 21, 2025 Loveland Products, Inc. has announced that , its leading fertilizer biocatalyst, has now been applied to more than 100 million acres across North America since its introduction in 2013. The achievement underscores ’s long-standing role in helping farmers improve nutrient efficiency... Read this article online
Winter Farm Meeting with Keynote and Networking Friday, November 21, 2025 The Grey Soil & Crop AGM and Winter Meeting , as well as Social Tradeshow will take place on December 18, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Bognor Community Centre in Bognor, Ontario. The evening format is new this year, offering participants a warm and welcoming environment to connect... Read this article online
Buying a horse? How to protect yourself from fraud and hidden health issues Thursday, November 20, 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