Dude was too much for the fox Tuesday, June 8, 2010 There's a new pecking order in a henhouse in Basildon, England, and a fox was at the bottom of it recently.According to Sky News Online, Michelle Cordell went to the hen pen at the bottom of her garden in April and found a partially grown and very dead fox, covered in blood marks from its legs to its head.The mistress of the hens surmises that they kicked over the table on which they roosted onto the fox, knocking it out, and then pecked it to death. There had been fox attacks before, with the fox always winning.Cordell credits Dude, the cockerel for leading the attack, but allows that Izzy, one of the four hens, is a big bird, too. BF Cow poop isn't the villain after all U.S. poultry is profitable but not growing
Titan XC marks 100 million acres treated, driving fertilizer efficiency for farmers Thursday, November 13, 2025 Loveland Products, Inc. has announced that , its leading fertilizer biocatalyst, has now been applied to more than 100 million acres across North America since its introduction in 2013. The achievement underscores ’s long-standing role in helping farmers improve nutrient efficiency... Read this article online
10 Days to Go -- Why You Can’t Miss the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference Wednesday, November 12, 2025 “It’s been a tough year, but don’t miss the opportunity to elevate the discussion of and by women in agriculture,” says Iris Meck, founder of the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference (AWC). In just 10 days, hundreds of women and men will gather to share knowledge, build connections,... Read this article online
Buying a horse? How to protect yourself from fraud and hidden health issues Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Buying a horse is a major investment for farmers and equine enthusiasts alike. Whether for work, breeding, or recreation, the process often involves trust between buyer and seller. Unfortunately, that trust can sometimes be misplaced. Cases of horses sold with undisclosed... Read this article online
Top Ontario Farms Win 2025 Excellence Awards Tuesday, November 11, 2025 The Ontario government celebrated the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, recognizing 12 outstanding winners and seven honourable mentions whose work strengthens the province’s $51 billion agri-food industry. These awards highlight leadership, innovation, and sustainability across... Read this article online
AgCareers hosts Ontario summit on hiring retention and rewards Tuesday, November 11, 2025 AgCareers is set to host the new AgTalent Summit on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in Mississauga, Ontario. This one-day event will unite agricultural managers, HR professionals, business owners, associations, government representatives, and thought leaders to explore the future of workforce... Read this article online