U.K. dairy farmers caught in a supermarket price war Sunday, April 3, 2011 British dairy farmers say they are on the front line of a price war they didn't start with the Asda chain promising to sell its groceries 10 per cent cheaper than rivals Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons.According to published reports in Britain, milk was often sold for less than water in supermarkets. National Farmers Union leaders say confidence among dairy producers is at an all-time low. They fear low prices will come at the expense of farmers, and are calling for the introduction of a retail watchdog. The idea of an ombudsman is opposed by the British Retail Consortium, which cites lack of evidence that suppliers are bearing the brunt of intense competition between retailers.Before the price war began, British shoppers were facing food inflation of about four per cent. BF Goat milk: Dairy's fastest growing sub-sector Report of subsidies to dead farmers debunked
Why Pork Producers Should Care About Canada’s Pig Code Update Tuesday, August 26, 2025 As many farmers will know, as part of the normal process for review, the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) has launched a comprehensive review of Canada’s Pig Code of Practice, last updated in 2014. The review was announced in May. The process, expected to span three years,... Read this article online
Markets Connect Dots Toward US China Trade Deal Monday, August 25, 2025 On the weekly hosted by Farms.com Risk Management Chief Commodity Strategist Moe Agostino and Commodity Strategist Abhinesh Gopal, the focus for the week of August 18 to 22, 2025 was connecting market signals with on-the-ground realities. The discussion centered on trade negotiations and... Read this article online
Hensall Co-op Invests in Rural Growth Monday, August 25, 2025 Hensall Co-op has announced the recipients of its fifth annual Strong Communities Initiative, a program dedicated to strengthening rural communities by supporting projects that deliver long-term positive impact. This year, the co-op and its employees awarded $20,000 in grants to two main... Read this article online
Sunflower farming in Ontario Tuesday, August 19, 2025 While Manitoba dominates sunflower production in Canada—accounting for about 90 percent of the national output (https://oggardenonline.com/where-in-canada-are-sunflowers-grown.html)—Ontario is home to a growing number of sunflower farms. These farms are often smaller in scale and... Read this article online
Winter wheat in Ontario: A resilient crop for a sustainable future Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Winter wheat has long been a staple in Ontario’s agricultural landscape, offering both economic and environmental benefits to farmers across the province. Grown primarily in southwestern Ontario, this crop plays a vital role in crop rotation systems, soil health, and food... Read this article online