Backyard flocks not healthy for the birds Thursday, January 3, 2013 A study conducted last year in Britain says backyard chicken operators aren't doing their birds any health care favours.It found that, while birds are generally kept in good welfare conditions (a place to scratch, stretch their wings and so on), owners rarely vaccinate the birds to prevent diseases such as Marek's disease, laryngotracheitis and infectious bronchitis, which have all been found in backyard flocks.It also noted that there is little biosecurity – rodents, wild birds and humans all had access – and most operators don't comply with national regulations banning the feeding of catering waste. Then there's Newcastle disease, caused by feeding chicken meat and eggs back to the birds.The Royal Veterinary College conducted the study by sending surveys to 65 operations in the city of London. About 30 surveys were returned and policies on dealing with all backyard operations in Britain may be developed on those replies. BF Report release resurrects 'Skippy burger' jokes Brazil subsidizes its agriculture
Feds say Provinces Need to Act on Interprovincial Alcohol Sales Friday, June 5, 2026 Canada’s federal government is intensifying pressure on provinces and territories to complete negotiations and implement direct-to-consumer alcohol sales, a move expected to benefit agricultural producers, small businesses, and consumers across the country. The statement comes out... Read this article online
: Ontario Crops Show Strong Start Despite Weather Challenges Friday, June 5, 2026 Acorrding to the OMAFA fieldcropnews.com, crop conditions across Ontario indicate a generally positive start to the growing season, although dry weather and cool soil temperatures have created uneven growth and management challenges. Corn planting is nearly complete across most... Read this article online
Rural Canada Is Critical to Trade, Food Security and Economic Recovery Friday, June 5, 2026 Canada is facing global instability, affordability pressures and growing urgency to rebuild its economic foundations. Rural Canada is one of the country’s most important economic assets. Although only about 16% to 18% of Canadians live in rural communities, leaders say those regions... Read this article online
Kudrinkos Store Shines with Farm Focused Award Thursday, June 4, 2026 A grocery store in Ontario,Kudrinkoin Westporthas been recognized for its strong commitment to promoting locally grown food and supporting farmers. The recognition was presented as part of a well-known provincial awards program that highlights retailers who actively encourage the sale of... Read this article online
Transforming Brewers’ Spent Grain into High-Value Ingredients Wednesday, June 3, 2026 A new Canadian agri-food innovation project is set to turn brewery waste into high-value ingredients. Protein Industries Canada has announced a $1.1 million investment to support a collaboration between Terra Bioindustries and Great Western Brewing Company (GWBC). The initiative... Read this article online