Ontario corn stocks hit record high at end of 2007 Monday, February 4, 2008 by BETTER FARMING STAFFThe stocks surpassed records set in 2006 for Ontario and 2005 in Quebec and in total rose nearly 15 per cent over the same time in the previous year to 9.6 million tonnes, StatsCan said in a report issued today. On-farm stocks in Ontario totaled 4.2 million tonnes and in Quebec 3.1 million tonnes.In contrast, total soybean stocks fell to 1.7 million tonnes, a drop of nearly 35 per cent over the amounts available at the same time in the previous year. On-farm stocks were lower as well.The report says stocks of grains and oilseeds in the Prairie provinces were also down as of Dec. 31, 2007, compared with the same date in 2006. In partiuclar, total stocks of wheat decreased nearly 30 per cent or 6.4 million tonnes from the year before. BF Canadian company gets go-ahead to market cattle vaccine in the United States Gas well owners form association
Canadian Grain and Pork Sectors Join Others in Sound Alarm Over AAFC Research Cuts Friday, February 6, 2026 The Grain Growers of Canada (CGC), the Canadian Pork Council (CPC), and Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) are expressing serious concern following recently announced staff reductions and facility closures or consolidations within Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada (AAFC). The groups warn that... Read this article online
Red Tape Pushes 70% of Agri Businesses to Deter Next Generation from Farming Thursday, February 5, 2026 Canada’s food production system is under mounting pressure as agri-businesses warn that regulatory overload is discouraging the next generation from entering the industry. A new snapshot from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) reveals that almost 70% of agri... Read this article online
Ontario maple producers to kick off 2026 syrup season with First Tapping Ceremony Thursday, February 5, 2026 The start of Ontario’s maple syrup season will be officially welcomed next month as the Grey Bruce and District Maple Syrup Producers prepare to host their annual in Grey Highlands on February 8, 2026. The event marks the symbolic launch of the new maple season, when producers,... Read this article online
Canada’s Ag Day Is Coming Soon – Here is why it matters! Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Canada’s Ag Day is a national moment to recognize the people who grow, raise, make, and move our food. Ag Day will be on February 10th and it will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. But beneath the celebration lies something even more essential: our food system depends on... Read this article online
Growing Home with BASF Opens 2026 Nominations Wednesday, February 4, 2026 After strong community engagement in 2025, BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada is inviting Canadians to take part once again as nominations open for the 2026 Growing Home with BASF program. Now entering its fourth year, the initiative continues to support organizations that play an... Read this article online