Pension plan concerned about Saskatchewan's farmland rules Sunday, June 7, 2015 A government review of Saskatchewan's farmland sales leaves the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) concerned, according to the Globe and Mail. In mid-April, the province announced that, during the review of its farmland ownership rules, pension plans and other institutional investors will not be able to make purchases. Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart said in a news release: "Our goal is not to limit investment, but to ensure the long-term success of Saskatchewan's agriculture industry and economy."This restriction would include the CPPIB, which the Globe and Mail reports bought 115,000 acres in 2013 and had plans for further purchases. Canada's largest pension fund manager, the CPPIB says it had ensured it was a qualified buyer before it made its 2013 purchase."We trust that the government will ensure that the province remains open to Canadian investors," senior managing director Michel Leduc said in a statement made after the province's announcement. BF Madness seen in a cow's eyes 'Cow database' launched to prevent illegal slaughter
Farmland Demand Strong in Alberta, Not so for the Rest of Canada Friday, October 9, 2026 Canadian farmland values continued their upward trend during the first half of 2026, although growth has moderated compared to the rapid gains seen in recent years. According to Farm Credit Canada's (FCC) mid-year farmland values review, cultivated farmland increased by an average of... Read this article online
Small Plane Crashes Near Fergus Into a Corn Field Friday, October 9, 2026 A small aircraft crashed into a corn field north of Fergus on Friday morning, sparking a fire and prompting a major emergency response in rural Wellington County. Witnesses reported hearing unusual noises from the aircraft before the collision, while police and aviation authorities... Read this article online
Meat industry leaders honoured at MPO awards gala Friday, October 9, 2026 Leaders from Ontario’s meat and poultry sector were recognized during the 2026 Meat & Poultry Ontario Awards Gala, which brought together industry members to celebrate achievements, community involvement and long-term commitment to the sector. Held October 3, 2026, at The Westin Toronto... Read this article online
Crack a Canadian egg and celebrate farmers on World Egg Day Friday, October 9, 2026 Egg Farmers of Canada is celebrating—October 9—by recognizing the 1,290 egg farmers and farm families who produce eggs across the country. Observed annually on the second Friday of October, World Egg Day shines a spotlight on the nutritional value of eggs and the farmers responsible for... Read this article online
Ontario invests $6.1 million in northern agriculture projects Thursday, October 8, 2026 The Ontario government is investing more than $6.1 million in 14 agricultural projects across Northern Ontario in an effort to improve farm productivity, support rural communities, and strengthen the province’s food production capacity. The funding is being provided through the Northern... Read this article online