Ottawa and Manitoba Launch Pilot Program to Reward Sustainable Farming
The federal and Manitoba governments have launched a new pilot program that encourages and rewards sustainable…
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FarmFair International a Family Affair
FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that…
Heading into Winter, Prairie Drought Worsens
With winter approaching, drought conditiions on the prairies have worsened, especially in Alberta and southern Saskatchewan.
RRC Podcast Ep. 14 – From Farmfair to Farm Safety
In the latest RRC Podcast, harvest’s done, but ag conference season’s on! We talk Farmfair, Advancing…
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…
RRC Podcast Ep. 13 – On Location at Agri-Trade
On this special edition of the RRC podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from the Agri-Trade…
BC Agriculture Council Launches New Farmer Forum
The BCAC is launching a new event that brings together farmers, government, and industry stakeholders to…
Avian Flu Confirmed in Small Poultry Flock in Bonnyville, Alberta
A highly pathogenic strain of avian flu was found in a domestic poultry flock in the…
Farmgate Milk Prices Set to Rise in 2026
The increase means the cost of milk used to make products like cheese, yogurt, and butter…
Funding Announced to Help New B.C. Farmers Grow Their Operations
A new round of funding will give new and early-stage farmers in British Columbia a leg…
RRC Podcast Ep. 12 – A Brief Conversation About the Weather
In the latest RRC Podcast, we have a conversation with Rural Roots Canada meteorologist David Spence…
2025 Crop Year Delivers Mixed Hail Storm Results Across Prairie Provinces
The 2025 crop year showed average hail damage claims, with overall claim numbers down from last…
U.S. Agriculture Groups Urge Full Renewal of CUSMA to Protect North American Trade
Dozens of American ag organizations are calling on the U.S. government to renew CUSMA saying the…
CropLife Canada Calls on Ottawa to Unlock $100B in Agricultural Growth
CropLife Canada is calling on Ottawa to make agriculture a top priority, urging the federal government…
Drought, Wildfires, and Evacuation Orders Test Newfoundland Beekeepers
As intense wildfires ravaged Newfoundland and Labrador this summer, beekeepers faced a unique challenge — how…
Crossroads Crop Conference Will Encourage Farmers to Grow Boldly
Alberta Farmers will gather in Edmonton for the Crossroads Crop Conference, where they'll be encourged to…
CleanFarms and Peace River Regional District Renew Agricultural Recycling Program
The agriculture stewardship organizations CleanFarms and the Peace River Regional District are renewing a successful agricultural…
Federal Agriculture Minister Visits China to Raise Canadian Ag Priorities
Federal agriculture minister Heath MacDonald is visiting China this week to strengthen agricultural ties with one…
Nuffield Canada Announces Its 2026 Scholars
Nuffield Canada has announced its 2026 Scholars, with four standout leaders from Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec…
RRC Podcast Ep. 11 – Agricultural Dispatches from Kenya
In our latest Rural Roots Canada podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from Kenya, where the…