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…
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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…
Ontario Farmers to Receive $20M for Market Expansion
Ontario farmers and food processors are getting $20 million in new funding to help them expand…
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,…
Prairie Weather This Week – Jan 19
A bit of snow, and a lot of cold. Alberta's warmer and drier. Saskatchewan and Manitoba,…
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…
December Snow Eases Prairie Drought
Significant snowfall in December has resulted in modest improvement to drought on the Canadian Prairies, and…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Jan 15
Colder and snowier weather returns to the Eastern prairies, while Alberta temperatures stay above average...until Sunday.
Prairie Weather This Week – Jan 12
Agricultural regions on the Canadian prairies will continue to be starved for moisture this week, with…
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…
CFIA hits the pause button on publication of amendments to traceability regulations
The CFIA says publication of proposed amendments to livestock traceability regulations are being put on hold…
Andrea Brocklebank Named CEO of Canadian Cattle Association
The Canadian Cattle Association has announced Andrea Brocklebank as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the…
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…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Jan 8
The January thaw arrives early this year, and temperatures across the prairies will climb above average…
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’…
Prairie Weather This Week – Jan 5
This week, dry areas stay dry, and wet areas get more snow. It's not promising for…
Stats Canada reports potato production dips after four record years as drought hits eastern farms
After four consecutive record harvests, Canadian potato production fell slightly in 2025 as drought conditions affected…
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…