Clock changes end, simplifying schedules for the Prairies
Seasonal time changes are no more, meaning producers and agricultural businesses will no longer have to…
British Columbia
Nuffield Canada announces its 2027 scholars
Four recipients will each receive a $30,000 scholarship to expand their agricultural horizons through international travel,…
Financial pressures threaten long-term viability of BC farms: report
Growing costs and rising debt are threatening the long-term competitiveness of British Columbia’s commercial farms, according…
Alberta, BC cattle groups team up to help producers affected by wildfires
The two cattle organizations are teaming up to help producers hit by wildfires and feed shortages.
Support farmers affected by wildfires by buying B.C. products: Popham
After devastating wildfires ravaged several communities in the Okanagan, B.C.'s Minister of Agriculture and Food is…
Wildfires in B.C.’s Okanagan region impacting tens of thousands of farm animals
The wildfires burning in B.C. are impacting tens of thousands of farm animals, as government and…
B.C. lifts irrigation suspension for the Salmon River watershed as wildfires burn
The B.C. government has rescinded the temporary protection order for the Salmon River watershed, as farmers…
Livestock, 4-H and Draft Horses Highlight Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede
The 104th Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede is now underway. It runs through Sunday, bringing people…
Federal funding backs research into antibiotic alternatives for poultry
The federal government is investing nearly $900,000 in a Vancouver biotechnology company developing alternatives to antibiotics…
New emergency access tool aims to get B.C. producers back on the land faster
Producers forced to leave their operations during an emergency could soon face fewer hurdles to get…
BC Cattlemen’s Association raises the alarm over drought
Drought is once again becoming a growing concern in British Columbia, and cattle producers are already…
Wildfire Schools to Offer Hands-On Training for Producers in the B.C. Peace
The Peace River Forage Association of British Columbia is helping producers prepare for wildfire season with…
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…
BC Agriculture Council launches new scholarship for young farmers
The BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) has launched a new scholarship aimed at helping young people pursue…
BC Agriculture Minister Raises Concerns Over Federal Agricultural Research Cuts
British Columbia’s agriculture minister Lana Popham says any cuts to agricultural science are a “huge concern,”…
RRC Podcast – S2E4 – BC Agriculture and Food Minister Lana Popham
In this episode, we chat with BC Agriculture & Food Minister Lana Popham about AAFC job…
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…
B.C. Expands Support for Farm Water Storage as Drought Threats Persist
Farmers and communities across British Columbia are getting more help to secure their water supplies as…
BC Agriculture Council Launches New Farmer Forum
The BCAC is launching a new event that brings together farmers, government, and industry stakeholders to…
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…