'This program is no ASRA' Monday, October 3, 2011 Kevin Grier, a senior analyst at the George Morris Centre, says the new Business Risk Management program is a poor substitute for Ontario's dream of a support program like Quebec has in Assurance stabilisation des revenus agricoles (ASRA). It's not even "ASRA-lite." "Ontario farm organizations have spread lavish praise over the program. They have a stake in making it look as good as possible, given the time and effort they put lobbying for it," Grier wrote in the July 15 issue of Canadian Pork Market Review. "Unlike a real insurance program, however, Premiums are waived for the program's 2011 transition year. Even better, there is going to be a payout to livestock producers this fall, just in time for the provincial election. "For example, the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario posted a blog on July 8 saying that the 'announcement of a Risk Management Program is arguably one of the most significant accomplishments for Ontario's agricultural groups in a long time,' Grier writes. "The next step is to see whether the average farmer agrees with this assessment and chooses to support the new program by enrolling in it." BP CFIA slow off the mark Pork belly futures a thing of the past
Strong global demand pushes U.S. ethanol exports to new heights Friday, January 30, 2026 The U.S. ethanol industry is on track to close out 2025 with historic momentum, according to new Census Bureau data released today. Shipments through November reached 1.96 billion gallons, already exceeding the full-year 2024 record of 1.94 billion gallons. The Renewables Fuels... Read this article online
Monette Farms Puts 16 Saskatchewan Farm Packages Up for Sale in Major Land Offering Friday, January 30, 2026 Monette Farms, one of Saskatchewan’s most prominent large scale agricultural operations, is making 16 of its farm packages available for sale, according to an online posting that has sparked widespread discussion across Prairie agriculture forums. The listing describes the farms as... Read this article online
Custom-Branded Mechanical Touchscreen Work Gloves That Support a Good Cause Friday, January 30, 2026 Something innovative in the fundraising area. The Gloves That Save Lives is a new fundraising initiative designed to support STARS Air Ambulance across the Prairie provinces. Facilitated by MOTIF, this program allows agri-business and producers to contribute to life-saving emergency care while... Read this article online
Grey County Ag Services launches 2026 winter course lineup for farmers and rural residents Friday, January 30, 2026 Grey County Agricultural Services has released its 2026 Winter Course List, offering one of the most diverse and community‑focused educational lineups the organization has ever assembled. Running from February through early April, this year’s program includes hands‑on livestock training,... Read this article online
DIY Spark Plug Test - Keep Engines Running Smoothly Friday, January 30, 2026 From chainsaws to snow blowers, you can keep your small engine equipment in great shape with some preventative maintenance and knowledge. Help keep your machines running smoothly. If you use other small-engine tools on the farm, like chainsaws and other power equipment, spark plugs... Read this article online