University of Calgary researchers target cattle parasites as drug resistance grows
Parasitic worms are weakening cattle and costing the industry big money. With drug resistance on the…
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Strychnine use expanded in Saskatchewan in fight against gophers
Saskatchewan is expanding access to liquid strychnine for producers dealing with Richardson's ground squirrels, covering more…
B.C. Peace officials push for improved rail service
Regional officials in northeastern B.C. are pushing for better freight rail service, years after part of…
RRC Podcast – S2E11 – Nortera closes its doors in Lethbridge & the agronomy student valedictorian
In this RRC podcast, we discuss the Nortera closure in Lethbridge, and speak with the Lethbridge…
Alberta’s new chief veterinarian targets gaps in rural care
Alberta's new Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Hussein Keshwani, is bringing rural insight as he tackles vet shortages…
Ottawa boosts Advance Payments Program, giving farmers up to $250K interest-free in 2026
Farmers will get up to $250K interest-free in 2026 - more than double the usual -…
Producers welcome emergency approval of strychnine for ground squirrel control
Agricultural groups welcome the temporary use of strychnine to deal with gophers but stress it's a…
Canadian Cattle Association won’t support new federal livestock traceability rules
In a statement, the CCA says it does not support moving forward with proposed traceability amendments…
Feds allow emergency use of strychnine in Alberta and Saskatchewan to deal with Richardson Ground Squirrel
The federal government has allowed the temporary use of strychnine in Alberta and Saskatchewan to help…
Alberta pulse researcher wins women in ag innovation award
Robyne Davidson, a pulse research scientist whose work focuses on practical solutions for producers has been…
BASF puts $27M into Saskatoon canola breeding facility
BASF Agricultural Solutions is spending $27 million to expand its canola breeding centre in Saskatoon with…
University of Calgary discovery could curb canola shattering losses
Research from the University of Calgary could help farmers reduce costly canola losses by improving pod…
FCC expands support program as fertilizer costs climb
FCC is broadening a financial assistance program to help those in the ag sector cope with…
RRC Podcast – S2E8 – In Conversation with CCA CEO Andrea Brocklebank
In this RRC podcast, host Tim Parent chats with CAA CEO Andrea Brocklebank on industry priorities…
Feds investing $27 million to help young Canadians gain experience in agriculture
The federal government is investing up to $27 million to help young Canadians get hands-on experience…
Record 50 students sponsored at Advancing Women in Agriculture West Conference
Fifty students made their way to Calgary for the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, the most…
Pilot program aims to lure veterinary students to rural Alberta communities
The goal of the Veterinary Student Recruitment and Retention Pilot Grant Program is to encourage veterinary…
RRC Podcast – S2E7 – Global Agriculture and Kubota Innovation
In this RRC Podcast, Craig Lester previews his Brazil farm tour with the IFAJ, and explores…
Census of Agriculture set for May 2026
Farm operators across Canada will soon be asked to take part in the 2026 Census of…
‘Fluid Situation’: Fertilizer Canada monitoring costs as conflict in Iran rages on
As the conflict in Iran continues, Fertilizer Canada says it's monitoring the evolving situation and its…