Bayer Invests $45M to Build Canola Research Facility in Manitoba
Bayer Crop Science has announced a $45-million investment to build a Canola Research and Development facility…
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Consultations Underway for Next Agricultural Policy Framework
Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald has launched consultations to help shape Canada’s Next Policy Framework for…
RRC Podcast – S2E3 – Iris Meck and the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference
This week, we chat with Iris Meck about 13 years of Advancing Women in Agriculture, leadership,…
Agriculture Research Facilities Shut Down, Jobs Slashed Following AAFC Cuts
Several agricultural research facilities have been shut down, and hundreds of jobs have been slashed following…
Smart-farming project, drought-resilient training aim to strengthen B.C. agriculture
New technology and training programs will strengthen B.C.’s agriculture sector through smarter farming and drought-resilient crop…
Trade Agreement with China a Boost for Saskatchewan Producers: Moe
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says Canada's new trade agreement with China will provide relief for producers…
New Rules to Boost Water Storage and Conservation in Alberta
The Alberta government is expanding Water Act exemptions to boost water access, improve conservation, and strengthen…
Canadian Cattle Association Welcomes China’s Decision to Lift Beef Ban
The Canadian Cattle Association is welcoming news that China has restored market access for Canadian beef,…
Canada’s Canola Industry, Pulse Growers Welcome New Trade Deal with China
Canada's canola industry and pulse growers are welcoming the news of a new agri-trade deal with…
Canada, China Reach ‘Landmark’ Agri-Trade Agreement
After months of trade tensions, Canada and China have reached a 'landmark' agri-trade deal that will…
RRC Podcast – S2E2 – An Ag Research Update from Lethbridge Polytechnic
This week, RRC’s Craig Lester talks with Senior Research Chair at Lethbridge Polytechnic, Willemijn Appels, discussing…
Survey Asks Albertans to Weigh In on Access to Local Food
How easy is it to find local food in Alberta? That's what a new survey by Alberta's…
RRC Podcast – S2E1 – Conferences, China, Canola, and Cattle
On this RRC podcast, Tim Parent & Craig Lester talk upcoming conferences, the PM's upcoming China…
Prime Minister Mark Carney Heading to China to Talk Agriculture, Trade
Agriculture expected to be key topic of discussion as Carney travels to China, the first visit…
UK Researcher and Nuffield Scholar Explores How to Better Support Farmers’ Mental Health
UK researcher Sharon May, both farmer and therapist, is exploring how to better support farming families’…
RRC Podcast Ep. 21 – Looking Back on RRC’s Year in Agriculture
On this RRC podcast, we recap our year in agriculture, from Yukon farmers and global farming…
Canada’s 2025 CWRS Wheat Crop Maintains High Quality Across the Prairies
The 2025 harvest of Canada Western Red Spring wheat lived up to its reputation, delivering another…
Record-Setting Year for Alberta Open Farm Days in 2025
Alberta Open Farm Days continues to grow both in size and impact as the 2025 edition…
RRC Podcast Ep. 20 – A 2025 Prairie Weather Review
On this RRC podcast, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester look back at another wild weather…
Destructive Summer Storm Caused Almost a Quarter of a Billion Dollars in Insured Damage: IBC
The August storm brought large hail, strong winds, torrential rains, and tornadoes across three provinces, devastating…