Really local tries to dodge regulatory bullet Monday, August 5, 2013 A Blue Hill Maine "farmer" named Dan Brown is the darling of the "local" local food movement in that state. According to the salt, a website published by National Public Radio in the United States, Brown was fined more than US$1,000 for selling unpasteurized milk from his single cow, even though he claimed he was exempt from federal and state food safety rules under a local ordinance. There are now 10 municipalities in Maine that have passed laws claiming to overrule state and federal inspection laws for farmers who sell directly to "local" consumers. According to a local food advocate, the first such ordinance was passed in 2011 after Maine passed a law allowing small producers to slaughter birds worth $1,000 or less on their own farms instead of at a slaughterhouse. However, the scheme was going to cost an individual chicken producer $30,000 to $40,000 to implement. BF Anthrax not important, maybe 'Sheep-eating plant' blooms in Britain
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