Cameras spot campylobacter in live chickens Friday, April 8, 2016 There's a growing body of scientific evidence that campylobacter, a major food safety issue and a cause for concern worldwide, isn't just a harmless bacterium in the guts of the chickens that carry it; instead it makes them sick. And sick birds don't move as much as healthy birds, says research published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.Scientists are testing so-called optical flow information – videos from cameras watching the birds in 31 commercial flocks, at various ages, looking for signs of the disease. Chickens that carry campylobacter aren't healthy themselves, the Food Standards Agency in Britain has found. Researchers tested 31 commercial flocks at various ages for the disease.Contaminated chicken meat is considered to be the source of about four-fifths of campylobacter infections in Britain. Scientists say that 60 billion chickens are consumed annually in the world, more than any other form of livestock or poultry. BF 'Food shock' seen as result of climate change Anti-GMO speaker sparks aggie student reaction
Getting your swine barns ready for the cold weather Saturday, October 5, 2024 As the cold weather approaches, swine producers can perform barn maintenance checks now to help ensure a healthy environment for the fall and winter seasons. Mark Oberreuter, a System Design Engineer for AP (Automated Products, an AGCO company), recommended the following checklist... Read this article online
Meristem unveils new liquid BIO-CAPSULE technology Friday, October 4, 2024 Byline: Denise Faguy Meristem Crop Performance has unveiled its new patent-pending LIQUID BIO-CAPSULE TECHNOLOGY, promising significant advantages for crops and farmers alike. This innovative delivery system aims to enhance the effectiveness of microbial products while ensuring they... Read this article online
FeedFlo makes it easier Thursday, October 3, 2024 FeedFlo is a Winnipeg, Manitoba-headquartered company that offers what it says is the world’s only on-pipe feed sensor. The same-named on-pipe feed sensor, , tells operators exactly how much feed is being delivered to the animals so one can be sure that every pig in the barn is well... Read this article online
Who’s ready for advanced ag leadership? Thursday, October 3, 2024 The () is now accepting applications for , which begins in September 2025. During the executive leadership program, up to 30 individuals will embark on a personal journey to realize their potential while exploring agriculture, food, and rural economic development from the local to... Read this article online
Ontario Farms Fill Your Thanksgiving Table Thursday, October 3, 2024 Fresh Local Produce Stars in Ontario’s Fall Festivities Ontario’s farms are bustling with activity, providing an abundance of fresh produce just in time for Thanksgiving. This season, take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local flavour and tradition that define Ontario’s... Read this article online