Gluten threat refuted Saturday, August 8, 2015 Speaking of gluten, some critics claim that wheat breeding has increased our health problems. Now, the Star Phoenix reports that Saskatchewan researchers have proven that wheat is as nutritious as ever.According to the Star Phoenix, researchers at the University of Saskatchewan – led by Dr. Ravindra Chibbar and Dr. Pierre Hucl – began a study 19 years ago to catalogue yield and harvest time changes in 37 North American wheat varieties planted since the 1860s. As people began claiming that modified gluten in wheat was causing an increase in health problems, the researchers expanded their focus to look for evidence of that.The results, published in May, show otherwise. In a press release Dr. Chibbar said: "There is no evidence to suggest that the increased incidences of obesity, diabetes or other health conditions in today's society are related to the wheat varieties developed during the recent decades, as claimed by some critics." BF B.C.'s loss is Ontario's gain Peas not immune to gluten phobia
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