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June 7, 2026

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North American agri-food groups urge renewal of CUSMA ahead of 2026 review

Tim Parent June 3, 2026

Nearly 160 ag groups in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico are urging a renewal of CUSMA,…

  • News
  • politics

Canadian mushroom growers warn U.S. duties could threaten jobs, raise food costs

Tim Parent May 28, 2026

Canadian mushroom growers warn new U.S. duties could raise food prices, threaten jobs and create wider…

  • News
  • politics

Tara Sawyer tapped to take over as Alberta’s Minister for Agriculture and Irrigation

Tim Parent May 24, 2026

Tara Sawyer, who represents the riding of Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, has been sworn in as Alberta's new…

  • News
  • politics

The 2026 Census of Agriculture is underway

Tim Parent May 5, 2026

Statistics Canada says collection for the 2026 Census of Agriculture and the 2026 Census of Population…

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RRC Podcast Ep. 4 – Aug 4 – Alberta Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson

Craig Lester August 4, 2025

Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on some…

  • News
  • politics
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

Agricultural Groups Urge Action from Re-Elected Liberal Minority Government

Craig Lester May 4, 2025

With the federal election in the rearview mirror, agricultural groups across the country are letting the…

  • Canola
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  • politics
canola

China Slaps Retaliatory Tariffs on Canadian Canola, Other Products

Tim Parent March 10, 2025

China has slapped retaliatory tariffs on Canadian canola and other agricultural products in response to trade…

  • Crops
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  • politics
  • Radio
  • RRC Podcast

“Future Proof Your Farm” at Crossroads Crop Conference 2025

Craig Lester December 15, 2024

The Crossroads Crop Conference, a premier event for Western Canada’s agricultural community, returns January 28-29, 2025…

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canola

Alberta Canola Celebrates Policy Wins in Land Use and Transportation for 2024

Craig Lester December 15, 2024

Alberta Canola is highlighting two significant policy and lobbying successes that promise long-term benefits for the…

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  • RRC Podcast

Trump Tariff Threat has Canada’s Agriculture Industry on Edge

Tim Parent December 1, 2024

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canada has the…

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  • Water
water

Historic Water-Sharing Agreements Spearhead Alberta Drought Response

Tim Parent April 19, 2024

The largest water-sharing agreements in Alberta's 118-year history are now in place ahead of a potentially severe drought this…

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Alberta Establishes New Agriculture Research Organization in Lacombe

Tim Parent March 23, 2024

The Western Crop Innovations will carry on the legacy of the Field Crop Development Centre as…

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Canadian Farm Income Hits Record High in 2023, Forecasts Dip for 2024

Tim Parent February 17, 2024

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has released its farm income forecast for 2023 and 2024, revealing a record-breaking…

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Alberta Assembles a Water Advisory Committee to Prepare for Dry Season

Tim Parent February 8, 2024

Following several consecutive dry years in the province, the Alberta government is preparing for drought by…

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The Sustainable Agriculture Strategy forges ahead

Tim Parent January 28, 2023

A group of sustainable agriculture groups from across the country are set to start advising the…

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  • RRC Podcast

Saskatchewan farmer named Entrepreneur of the Year

Tim Parent January 11, 2023

A Saskatchewan farmer has been named the recipient of a prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year award.

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PODCAST: Kristjan Hebert talks ag policy, entrepreneurial success and the need for farmers to tell their story

Craig Lester December 21, 2022

In this podcast, we speak with Kristjan Hebert from Fairlight, Saskatchewan, about a range of topics…

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Fireside Chats with Erin – Episode 19: Trevor Heck

Guest Author September 11, 2021

In this episode of Fireside Chats with Erin, Erin is joined by Syngenta Canada president Trevor…

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Fireside Chats with Erin – Episode 18: Robynne Anderson

Guest Author August 21, 2021

Robynne Anderson brings her unique perspective, based on her work with the United Nations, to Canadian…

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Fireside Chats with Erin – Episode 17: All three Canadian Grain Commission’s Commissioners

Guest Author June 5, 2021

The Canadian Grain Commission's commissioners talk about the Canada Grain Act review, the integrity of grain…

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Latest from Newsline Powered by Cole's Ag

  • Grain Growers of Canada signs trilateral industry letter calling for CUSMA renewal and strengthening
  • North American agricultural coalition calls for CUSMA/USMCA renewal as Canadian delegation heads to Capitol Hill
  • Swine Innovation Porc to Host Webinar on Disease Risk and Antimicrobial Use in Swine Production
  • Canada’s Meat Processors Join CAFTA, Strengthening Agri-Food Voice Ahead of Key Trade Negotiations 
  • “Too Much on the Line” campaign launched as new study reveals the cost of supply chain disruptions
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