Another sign of bacon's popularity: clogged drains Wednesday, August 10, 2011 CBC News reported in April that city workers found that sewage pipes in the Ridgevale Drive subdivision in Bedford, N.S., were clogged with bacon grease after sewage backed up into area houses.According to CBC, Bedford Councillor Tim Outhit said grease buildup in sewers is common around restaurants, but not in residential areas.This takes us back to a survey that Maple Leaf Foods commissioned in 2010, connected to the launch of a new reclosable bacon package.The survey found that three out of four respondents said they loved bacon. One out of four respondents on the Prairies thought that maybe their partners loved bacon "more than me."In British Columbia, 50 per cent said they would give up sex before they would give up bacon. (Only 37 per cent agreed with that in Quebec.)Maple Leaf's survey didn't mention Nova Scotia, nor the Maritimes for that matter. BP Niche marketing: a way to beat the odds for hard-pressed producers A long ride is less stressful
Canadian Wheat & Canola - Global Leaders in Low Emissions Wednesday, August 13, 2025 A recent study posted on Nature.com has revealed that Canadian wheat and canola crops boast significantly lower carbon footprints compared to those produced in other countries. The carbon footprint analysis highlighted key factors such as soil carbon flux and nitrous oxide emissions that... Read this article online
Swine Health Snapshot – CWSHIN Q2 2025 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 The Canadian West Swine Health Intelligence Network (CWSHIN) plays a critical role in safeguarding swine health across Western Canada. By collecting, analyzing, and sharing real-time disease intelligence from veterinarians, producers, and laboratories, CWSHIN helps identify emerging threats... Read this article online
Alberta Premier Advances Trade Ties with Mexico Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Premier Danielle Smith has embarked on a crucial trade mission to Mexico, with a primary focus on expanding Alberta’s agricultural exports and fostering new investments in the agriculture sector. This visit marks the first time an Alberta Premier has visited Mexico since 2019,... Read this article online
Grain Growers of Canada Summer Tour 2025 for Policy Change Tuesday, August 12, 2025 The Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) is on a Summer Tour across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta to engage with grain producers and bring their concerns to Ottawa. From August 11 to 14, GGC Executive Director Kyle Larkin, along with local Members of Parliament (MPs), will visit key farms... Read this article online
Farmers React as Canola Prices Drop Amid China’s New Tariffs Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Producers across Western Canada weigh the impact of a 75.8% anti-dumping duty on canola imports and what it means for the season ahead. Canola markets took a sharp turn this week after China announced a provisional 75.8% anti-dumping duty on Canadian canola imports, effective August 14.... Read this article online