Leasing land becomes a GMO question Sunday, March 4, 2012 Who should get to rent land from the County of Boulder, Colorado? Farmers who promise to grow only non-GMO crops, or . . . those other guys.It's turning into an election issue, with two county commissioners' seats coming up in November. In December, Boulder County's three commissioners voted unanimously to allow Roundup Ready sugar beets and genetically modified corn to be grown on about 16,000 acres of cropland the county's open space department leases to farmers, according to Boulder Colorado Business Report. The farmers pay $1.6 million in lease fees annually.Two commissioner spots will be coming open this fall and GMO-Free Boulder, a local organic and natural group, is selecting candidates it thinks will support its cause. A December study completed by the Business Research Division of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado says the local impact of natural and organic agriculture is considerable and amounts to as much as US$2.49 billion statewide. A survey by GMO-Free Boulder says 71 per cent of voters don't want genetically modified crops grown on the county's open space.Many farmers grow feed for Boulder-based Aurora Organic Dairy, a company which is often criticized for operating practices associated with conventional milk production, such as confining cows in large numbers rather than placing them on pasture. BF Are James Herriot's days over? Beef prices hit record January high
Documentary Sheds Light on Farmerettes who Helped Feed a Nation Saturday, August 2, 2025 During World War II, food shortages became a serious issue for Canada and its allies. With many men away at war, the government formed the Ontario Farm Service Force, sending 40,000 teenage girls from Ontario and Quebec —known as the Farmerettes—to help farms in Southwestern... Read this article online
Sowing the Seeds of the Future -- A Fresh Look at Farm Succession in Canada Friday, August 1, 2025 “You’ve worked the land for decades—through changing seasons, shifting markets, and long days that begin before sunrise," says Jason Castellan, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Skyline when he spoke with Farms.com. “You know every acre, every decision, every responsibility that... Read this article online
Do you have a grain bin that needs repair? Friday, August 1, 2025 Maintaining grain bins in optimal condition is a constant challenge for farmers. However, with the cool tools InstaGRIP Tile and GlassSTEEL, this task becomes significantly easier and more efficient. These cutting-edge solutions offer quick and durable repairs, ensuring your grain bins... Read this article online
CN’s 2025-26 Grain Plan is now available Friday, August 1, 2025 CN (Canadian National Railway) has released its . It’s a plan that demonstrates CN’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance service through disciplined planning, targeted infrastructure investments, and proactive supply chain collaboration. For this past crop year,... Read this article online
Ontario’s AALP Class 21 Leaders Announced for 2025 Friday, August 1, 2025 The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) is proud to announce the selection of 18 emerging leaders from across Ontario for Class 21 of the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP). Set to begin their leadership journey in August 2025, these participants represent diverse sectors of Ontario’s... Read this article online