Organic 'watchdog' eggs on animal rightists Monday, December 3, 2012 Hens at certified organic Petaluma Farm, based in the California town of that name, don't roam outside. The owner, citing avian influenza as a concern, says he is doing the best thing for them by keeping them inside and allowing them access to screened-in porches. Organic Valley co-operative is being criticized for buying Petaluma eggs.Using satellite imagery and photographs, the Wisconsin-based Cornucopia Institute, a self-styled "watchdog" of the organic movement, confirmed that Petaluma's hens didn't go outside and is aiding The Animal Legal Defense Fund, an animal rights organization, in its class action lawsuit, which alleges that the packaging of Judy's Family Farm Eggs, a Petaluma brand, misleads consumers into thinking the eggs come from free-range hens.According to published reports, the co-op sells Judy's Family Farm Eggs for US$4.79 a dozen while eggs from pastured hens cost $7.29 to $8.29. BF Are urban farms too big? Reality TV for sheep in Senegal
Bonnefield joins Canadian Agriculture Investment Coalition Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Bonnefield Financial Inc. announced its participation in a new investment coalition focused on strengthening Canada’s agriculture and food industry. The coalition, brought together by Farm Credit Canada, includes more than 20 investment organizations. Together, they are prepared to invest... Read this article online
Looking for a heritage machine Tuesday, February 10, 2026 A Brantford, Ontario area heritage organization—the Canadian Industrial Heritage Centre (CIHC)—is putting out a call to the Canadian agricultural community in hopes of locating a rare piece of machinery that helped transform grain harvesting around the world. The CIHC is preparing... Read this article online
Why farmers built their own renewable energy association Tuesday, February 10, 2026 When renewable energy developers come knocking on rural doors, farmers often find themselves staring at 40-page leases, unfamiliar terminology, and long-term commitments that could shape their land for decades. For many, the opportunity is exciting and enticing—but also... Read this article online
Food Freedom Day 2026 - What Canada’s Grocery Costs Really Tell Us Monday, February 9, 2026 The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) has announced that Sunday, February 8th, 2026, marked Food Freedom Day—the date by which the average Canadian household has earned enough income to cover its entire annual grocery bill. Each year, CFA analyzes how much of Canadians’... Read this article online
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