Protests halt release of GM alfalfa Tuesday, August 5, 2014 The Gazette of Montreal reports that a strain of Roundup Ready alfalfa scheduled to be released in Canada this year is not coming after all. After widespread resistance from farmers and seed companies, and protests across the country, the launch will be delayed for "at least another year." Organic farmers, in particular, are worried that the GM alfalfa will contaminate their farms. The Canadian Seed Trade Association says cross-contamination can be avoided by following "best-management practices," such as cleaning machinery, but many farmers say nothing will stop the spread. In the United States, where GM alfalfa is already being grown, it has spread. The Gazette reports that last summer a farmer's alfalfa hay from Washington state was rejected for export because it was contaminated with GM alfalfa. Synagri, Growmark, Quality Seeds, Pride Seeds, DuPont Pioneer, and La Co-op fédérée were all expecting to sell GM alfalfa. BF SL virtual reality game . . . for chickens Kashi products are no longer 'natural'
CFIA Proposes Changes to Expand Interprovincial Meat Movement Friday, July 3, 2026 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is proposing temporary regulatory changes aimed at improving interprovincial trade of red meat while supporting food security and strengthening Canada's food system. The proposed amendments to the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations would... Read this article online
Cereals Canada 2025 Annual Report Highlights $12.8B Exports and Global Market Strength Thursday, July 2, 2026 Canada’s cereals sector continued to demonstrate resilience, innovation, and global competitiveness throughout 2025, according to the latest annual report released by Cereals Canada. The report highlights a year marked by robust export performance, expanded market reach, and... Read this article online
Mastronardi Produce Highlights Canadian Agriculture Innovation with Year-Round Produce, Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Mastronardi Produce is a Kingsville, Ontario-based greenhouse grower that has helped reshape how fruits and vegetables are produced and delivered year-round in Canada. Mastronardi Produce is widely recognized as a pioneer in commercial greenhouse farming in North America. The... Read this article online
Canada and Ontario Invest $12M in Farm Sustainability Program Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The governments of Canada and Ontario are providing an additional $12 million through the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative (ASI) to help farmers invest in technologies and management practices that improve efficiency, lower operating costs, and strengthen the long-term sustainability of... Read this article online
Rappa High-Speed Electric Fencing System Friday, June 12, 2026 Rappa has introduced its vehicle-mounted fencing solution, the Rappa Winder, to the U.S. market, offering a faster and more efficient way to install and retrieve electric fencing. The system reduces fencing time by up to 80 percent, allowing producers to deploy approximately 650... Read this article online