Agriculture

Ag conference returns to Ridgetown in January

The Southwest Agricultural Conference is coming to the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus in the new year.

Canadian Grain Commission freezing fees until 2028

The Canadian Grain Commission has announced that it'll continue to use its surplus to avoid increasing current fees for the next two and a half years.

Around $15M being invested to help protect Ontario farms

The federal and Ontario governments say they're doing this to help farmers stay competitive in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty.

Cultivating Conservation Tour rides again in September

The fifth annual bus tour begins at the Two Creeks Conservation Area on September 5.

NFU says farmers squeezed as grocery prices climb

The NFU’s data says farmers are producing more and earning less, while corporate profits rise and consumers pay more at the grocery store.

Independent grocers gaining ground as Canadians change food habits

While Canadian-grown products are gaining favour, a “non-American” sentiment appears to be growing even faster.

Proposed community pasture could be a first for the region

The cattlemen's association is interested in leasing approximately 130 to 200 acres of land for five years in the Wilkesport area.

Agriculture sector optimistic about Jones' appointment as Minister

Jones steps into the role amid increasing trade uncertainty due to tariff threats from the U.S. and China.