Beef prices hit record January high Sunday, March 4, 2012 In January, rail grade prices for steers hit a record high for that month, topping out at just over $200, according to a report from the Ontario Cattlemen's Association. It was also the third highest monthly average price recorded in Ontario, with April 2001 coming in first at $207.78 and March 2001 second at $206.54. There was a difference on the cost side compared to 11 years ago, however. Corn prices in March and April 2001 averaged $3.61 per bushel. In January, 2012, corn averaged $6.34 per bushel. Replacement steers, 800-900 pounds, were worth more in 2001 than in 2011.Production of beef from fed cattle in the first three weeks of January in Canada totalled 47,549 tonnes, down 11.5 per cent from the same three weeks last year. Imports from the United States were down 5.4 per cent. BF Leasing land becomes a GMO question Butter shortage hits Scandinavia
Protect Lake Simcoe from Water Soldier Spread Monday, May 18, 2026 Residents and visitors in Ontario are being encouraged to protect Lake Simcoe from watersoldier, a fast-growing invasive aquatic plant. This plant spreads quickly in shallow water and along shorelines, making activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating difficult. It can also pose a... Read this article online
90 percent of agri-businesses are concerned about the future of Canadian agriculture Thursday, May 14, 2026 Canada’s agriculture sector is facing a prolonged period of low confidence and limited growth, raising concerns about its long-term resilience. According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), agri-business sentiment remains near the bottom across all industries, with... Read this article online
Grain Bin Emergencies Turn Deadly in Seconds, but Training Can Save Lives Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Would you know what to do if someone you loved was trapped in a grain bin? The reality is sobering. Compared to a flowing mass of grain, a person is only several bushels in volume. When grain begins moving, escape becomes nearly impossible. In most cases of full grain engulfment,... Read this article online
Free safety kits help Canadian farm families teach children safe farming habits Wednesday, May 13, 2026 BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada is celebrating five years of the BASF Safety Scouts program, an initiative designed to help farm families teach children about farm safety in a fun and engaging way. Since its launch in 2021, the program has supported safe learning by providing free... Read this article online
Tom Green bringing celebrities to his Ont. farm Tuesday, May 12, 2026 A Canadian known for his comedic chops in Hollywood is bringing some friends to his Ontario farm. THE TOM GREEN FARM, starring Tom Green, whose movie credits include Road Trip and Charlie’s Angels, begins airing on May 29 on Crave. The backdrop of the show is Green’s 150-acre farm in... Read this article online