Wheat single desk supported on Prairies Sunday, February 6, 2011 Single-desk selling of pigs died a controversial death by government decree in Ontario last year. But, on the Prairies, where the debate over grain marketing has been equally, if not more . . . . er . . . . vigorous, grain farmers voted last fall for directors known to support the status quo. Three directors were re-elected and two of three new faces support the board as it is. One of them is former National Farmers Union president Stewart Wells, conservatively described as "left leaning" by the Globe and Mail.Producers elect 10 of the representatives on the 15-member board. The rest are government appointees. All elected terms are four years with elections alternating between odd and even numbered districts every two years. An accounting firm tallied the votes.Prime Minister Stephen Harper, who campaigned in the last federal election by promising to weaken the marketing board, will have to wait another two years or find a new strategy. BF Smart Phones: The farmer's new best friend No consumer backlash expected on GM foods
New Canadian Swine Research Targets Piglet Disease Monday, March 23, 2026 Swine InnovationPorc(SIP) is investing in new research to address Streptococcus suis, a harmful bacterial disease affecting post-weaned piglets led byDongyanXu Niu at the University of Calgary. This disease can cause serious health problems such as respiratory illness, meningitis, and sudden... Read this article online
Canada Packers Posts Strong Volume Growth and Profitability in First Year as Standalone Company Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Canada Packers Inc., recently split off from Maple Leaf Foods, reported its financial results earlier this month for the fiscal year ended December 27, 2025, highlighting increased hog volumes, steady sales growth and disciplined financial execution. In the fourth quarter of 2025,... Read this article online
Canada’s Real Seasons (According to Farmers Who Actually Live Here) Monday, March 16, 2026 According to a chart that’s been making the rounds on social media, courtesy of The Weather Network—the Canadian calendar has officially been updated. Apparently, we no longer live by the simple rhythm of winter, spring, summer, and fall. Instead, we now rotate through such crowd... Read this article online
Ontario Equine Industry Drives Rural Economy Monday, March 16, 2026 A new economic study has revealed the major contribution of Ontario’s equine agricultural sector to the province’s economy and rural communities. The Ontario Equine Agricultural Economic Impact Study Report provides the first comprehensive evaluation of the industry since 2010 and offers... Read this article online
Julia Montgomery Named OVC Dean Monday, March 16, 2026 The University of Guelph has announced the appointment of Dr. Julia Montgomery as the new dean of the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC).She will begin her five-year leadership term on June 15, 2026.The appointment marksan important stepfor one of Canada’s most respected veterinary... Read this article online