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Animal Health Canada Receives Funding Through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

Animal Health Canada has been awarded 13 million dollars to further its efforts to improve the health and welfare of farmed animals in Canada   by Bruce Cochrane – Farmscape.ca…

U.S. port strike suspended until January to allow time for contract talks

The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports says it has reached a deal to suspend their strike until January to provide time to negotiate…

Two California dairy workers were infected with bird flu, latest human cases in US

Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected this year in an ongoing outbreak affecting the nation’s dairy cows, health officials…

CFIA Notice: Update to Policy on Import Return of Meat Products from Canada

CFIA has updated the Policy on import (return) to Canada of meat products that were exported from Canada to include import requirements of exported meat products shipments for all countries…

Manitoba Pork Urges Ottawa to Defend Canadian Agricultural Trade

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on the Government of Canada to do more to ensure international trade agreements, like the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement,…

Canada Says System to Protect Dairy, Other Agrifood Sectors Off Limits in Trade Talks

Canada Trade Minister Mary Ng said Tuesday the country’s system of tariffs and quotas aimed at protecting its dairy, egg and chicken producers – known as supply management – is…

Ontario farmers raise concerns of dwindling farmland at rural expo

Several Ontario farmers raised concerns on Tuesday about dwindling farmland across the province as politicians of all stripes gather at an annual rural and agricultural expo   by Liam Casey…

US farmers call for vaccine option to fight bird flu as wildfowl migration begins

U.S. farmers are increasing pressure on the Biden administration to allow vaccinations for chickens, turkeys and cows to protect them from bird flu infections that have devastated flocks for three…

Agriculture groups urge White House action ahead of possible ports strike

Nearly 200 agriculture organizations on Friday morning urged the White House to address key U.S. agricultural supply chain issues in the face of a potential port strike on the East…

Manitoba Pork Calls on Ottawa to Cushion Agriculture From Impact of Canada-China Trade War

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on Ottawa to be prepared to provide assistance for Canadian farmers caught in the crossfire of a trade war between Canada and…

Cattle producers in P.E.I. exploring ways to buck beef herd decline

Statistics Canada figures show the number of cattle nationally dropping, but P.E.I. numbers up slightly    by Nancy Russell – CBC News Canada’s cattle herd is shrinking, according to the latest numbers…

FCC report: Improved water efficiency can make a splash in Canadian agriculture

Rain makes grain. Adequate rainfall during the growing season is essential for good yields. This highlights the crucial role water plays in Canadian agriculture and the food we eat  …

Manitoba Pork Calls on Government to Prioritise Canadian Agricultural Trade

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on the federal government to stand up for Canadian agriculture in the face of a growing trend toward protectionism in trade  …

Proposed Changes to Packers & Stockyards Act Rules  Remain Flawed

The Meat Institute today submitted comments documenting the many flaws and costs of the latest proposed rules change to the Packers and Stockyards Act (PSA) by the Biden Administration  …

Animal Health Canada to Host Animal Health Canada Forum 2024 October 8th and 9th

The Executive Director of Animal Health Canada suggests the main strength of the organization is its ability to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders to address complex issues related…

Think Turkey Launches the Join Thanksgiving Student Fund

This fall, Think Turkey is proud to introduce the Join Thanksgiving fund, a new initiative to bring the joy of Canadian Thanksgiving to more post-secondary students       Thanksgiving…

Canada’s cattle herd is the smallest in decades. Here’s what that means for Alberta ranchers

It’s been a rough stretch for many Canadian ranchers, with drought, pandemic-rattled supply chains and soaring feed and fuel prices taking a toll on those who raise their herds on the Prairies   by…

Why Are Cattle Prices Under Pressure?

Cattle prices have been trending lower since late July, and the bearish price action could continue over the coming weeks and months.   by Andrew Hecht – Barchart   In…

Western College of Veterinary Medicine Pharmhouse Summer Student Swine Experience Program Earns Positive Reviews

A swine practitioner with Demeter Quebec says the Western College of Veterinary Medicine Pharmhouse Summer Student Swine Experience Program provides an opportunity for swine practices to interact directly with veterinary…

Cargill, Hormel latest to settle US workers’ wage-fixing lawsuit

Meat industry giants Cargill, National Beef Packing and Hormel Foods have agreed to pay a combined $57.4 million to exit a proposed class action accusing them of suppressing workers’ pay…

Our October 2025 Issue

In our October 2025 issue, No deal on U.S. tariffs yet, Canadian livestock ahead, Trade disruptions, Ontario investing in Ag research, the future of agriculture, World steak challenge 2025, and much more!