Industry

FCC Survey Shows Producers Have More Than Weather On Their Minds

Canadian producers are thinking well beyond weather conditions, commodity prices and yields when it comes to weighing their risks, according to a recent Farm Credit Canada (FCC) survey While production-related…

Canadian pork in Japan: A success story

For over 25 years, the Japanese have considered Canadian pork to be a premium product, viewed almost as highly as their own domestic product. Their interest in Canadian pork was…

Maple Leaf Foods becomes First Major Food Company in the World to be Carbon Neutral

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. announced a massive step forward on its sustainability journey, as it becomes the first major food company in the world to be carbon neutral The Company’s…

truLOCAL to Launch 100% Blue Bin Approved Packaging

Canadian meat box service among first in online food subscription category to launch 100% blue bin approved packaging now available in three provinces TruLOCAL.ca, a Canadian subscription service that delivers…

Winter Feeding Cost Comparison – Hay Vs. Alternative Feeds

Fall has arrived and focus has shifted to winter feed supplies. Feed prices have dropped significantly from their June highs, but unfavorable weather conditions have left the question of available…

Subway Canada to Overhaul Locations with New Offerings and Retail Design

As part of the brand’s global transformation, Subway Canada is raising the bar for guest experience thanks to a multi-million dollar investment by the company which is seeing more than…

Increased Demand for Dark Chicken Meat Creating New Opportunities

Evolving U.S. demographics are shifting consumer preferences from white meat chicken to dark meat, presenting the chicken industry with an opportunity to diversify its profit centers Advances in mechanical deboning…

Farm Litigation Rates Are On The Rise

Litigation rates involving farms are on the rise according to agricultural law experts – and not just because of estate and succession conflicts by Matt McIntosh – Farm Credit Canada…

New USask Beef Industry Chair Aims to Improve Sustainability and Profitability

Gabriel Ribeiro, the new Saskatchewan Beef Industry Chair at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), will be developing nutritional strategies to improve health, performance and profitability, while lessening the environmental impact…

What Beef Producers Need To Know About Environmental Footprint

Those who live in rural areas and spend most of their time outdoors considering Mother Nature and managing their livestock and land as best they can understand that it’s common…

A Good Day Starts With a Good Breakfast

The world is a little more inclusive for people living with cognitive special needs, thanks to Nadia Hamilton. Nadia is the President and Founder of Magnusmode, a Canadian organization offering…

FCC Contributes $1.5 Million to 94 Community Projects Across Canada

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 94 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects “The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is another…

National Sheep Network Names New Chair

Ryan Greir, a sheep producer from Alberta, has been named as the chair for the National Sheep Network (NSN). Greir is currently the vice-chair of Alberta Lamb Producers, and farms…

Calgary-Based Sausage and Deli Brand Spolumbo’s Sees Success Amid Retail Expansion

Mention the word sausage in Calgary and inevitably Spolumbo’s Fine Foods and Deli comes to mind by By Mario Toneguzzi – Retail Insider You could say that entrepreneurs Tony Spoletini,…

Chinese Purchases of U.S. Pork Boost Live Hog Values in Canada

The Director of Risk Management with HAMS Marketing Services says the increased movement of U.S. pork into China is good news for American and Canadian pork producers by Bruce Cochrane…

Why Have There Been So Many Meat Recalls in Canada?

After a spate of food recalls across Canada, it’s easy to wonder: What is happening to the meat industry? Hundreds of beef and veal products have been recalled by the…

New Report Says Accelerating Global Agricultural Productivity Growth is Critical

The 2019 Global Agricultural Productivity Report, “Productivity Growth for Sustainable Diets, and More,” released today by Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, shows agricultural productivity growth – increasing…

Beyond Meat Drops Claims That Eating Meat Ups Risk of Heart Disease and Cancer

Beyond Meat has dropped the scary statistics about the health risks of eating meat that had been posted for months on it’s website, citing it dropped the details because it’s…

Celebrating Eggs and Egg Farmers on World Egg Day

The Coburn family of Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick. The Jennings family in Nova Scotia. The Krahn brothers in Abbotsford, British Columbia and the Hayes family in Tilsonburg, Ontario. What do…

Canada-EU Beef Trade Deal Not Working as Well as Hoped

A difference in food health standards between the European Union and Canada is being blamed for beef exports falling short of expectations, despite a promising modification to a trade agreement…

Our July 2025 Issue

In our July issue 2025 issue, Chicken Farmers of Canada launches a new campaign, FCC transition loans, Meat producers warn of trade concerns, Will Ottawa clear the path for domestic food trade, and much more!