FarmFair International a Family Affair
FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that…
livestock
NL Farmers Face Winter Feed Crisis After Summer Drought
Farmers across Newfoundland and Labrador are facing a feed crisis after burning through their hay because…
Drought, Wildfires, and Evacuation Orders Test Newfoundland Beekeepers
As intense wildfires ravaged Newfoundland and Labrador this summer, beekeepers faced a unique challenge — how…
University of Calgary Expands Veterinary Program to Address Rural Vet Shortage
A new facility at the the U of C Faculty of Veterinary Medicine will expand capacity…
Late August Storms Obliterate Crops, Kill Livestock in Alberta, Saskatchewan
Several powerful storms swept across Alberta and Saskatchewan, leaving behind a trail of destruction that wiped…
Showcasing the Ancient Tradition of Sheep Shearing
Sheep shearing is an ancient tradition dating back to the earliest days of agriculture and in…
Farmers in Ontario, Quebec Invited to Join Research Study on Bird Flu
Farmers in Ontario and Quebec are being invited to take part in a research study aimed…
Alberta Hits Pause on Changes to On-Farm Slaughter Program Amid Producer Concerns
The Alberta government is hitting pause on recent changes to its On-Farm Slaughter Program following concerns…
Canada Beefs Up Its Defence Against Foot and Mouth Disease
The federal government has announced the creation of Canada's first dedicated foot-and-mouth disease vaccine bank to…
Alberta Goat Industry Pushes for the Removal of Interprovincial Trade Barriers
Interprovincial restrictions, rising abattoir costs, and competition from cheaper, international imports are putting pressure on Canadian…
Alberta and Saskatchewan Goat Producers Unite for Border City Goat Show
Alberta and Saskatchewan goat producers are teaming up for the Border City Goat Show, happening in…
Tele-Medicine Changing the Way Producers Connect With Vets
Tele-medicine is gaining ground as a practical tool, allowing producers to consult with their vets remotely…
Foot and Mouth Disease Still Poses Threat to Canada’s Agriculture Sector
Canada hasn't seen a case of foot and mouth disease since 1952, but outbreaks in Europe…
Innovation on the Farm: Jessica Carlyon Brings Back a Game-Changing Tool
Jessica Carlyon builds and sells a slick tool that cuts, pulls and wraps bale string or…
Alberta Introduces Legislation to Boost Agriculture and Biogas Industries
The Alberta government is rolling out new legislation to boost the province's agriculture sector while growing…
Canadian Mycotoxin Trends: Insights from Alltech’s 2024 Harvest Analysis
The latest findings from the Alltech 2024 Canadian Harvest Analysis reveal a mixed outlook for mycotoxin…
New Documentary Examines A World Without Cows
The documentary "World Without Cows", which was filmed in 40 global locations over three years, explores…
BCRC: The Best Offense is Defence: 15 Plays to Keep Your Beef Herd Safe
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is sharing ways to implement some simple barriers against disease…
New Tech Aims to Improve On-Site Animal Care Diagnostics
Dr. Brenna Brown, Dr. Adina Bujold and Bridget Brown created Cohlab, focusing on improving animal health testing…
