High-fructose sugar the latest 'bad food' target Monday, October 4, 2010 Move over fat. The newest "bad food" target is high fructose sugar made from corn syrup.In May, ketchup maker Hunt's, owned by food giant ConAgra, announced it was ditching corn syrup from its formula because it has been targeted as a cause of obesity. Competitor Heinz is offering ketchup that is free of high-fructose sugar. Energy drink maker Gatorade chose more expensive processed cane or beet sugar.Corn sweeteners get a bad rap, says the Center for Consumer Freedom, a coalition "promoting personal responsibility and consumer choice." Corn syrup is no better or worse than fructose made from sugar cane, the Center charges.According to an op-ed piece written by the Center's senior research analyst, J. Justin Wilson, published in the Charlotte Observer in June: "The corn-based sweetener has been demonized by a small cadre of food activists and blamed for obesity to the point where the false image has stuck in the minds of consumers." BF And flavoured milk also takes a hit Blame traders, not eaters, for commodity price spike
Case IH FieldOps Brings Smart Connectivity to Modern Farming Friday, October 31, 2025 that FieldOps operates on desktops through a web interface and on mobile devices through an app compatible with iPhone, Android, or iPad. This flexibility allows farmers to access critical machine and field information anytime, anywhere. One of the most significant upgrades to... Read this article online
Check Grain Quality Fast with this Shaker Box Friday, October 31, 2025 The Bushel Plus Grain Shaker Box is a quick and reliable tool for checking the quality of grain and detecting cracked kernels within seconds. Whether you’re inside the combine cab or working near the grain dryer, this portable device makes it easy to test grain samples on the spot.... Read this article online
CLAAS Expands with New Ontario Dealership Wednesday, October 29, 2025 CLAAS is expanding its reach across Canada with HJV’s new dealership in Winchester, Ontario. The regional dealer, already known for its strong service network, celebrated its grand opening on September 24, 2025, drawing more than 400 local farmers. The new Winchester dealership offers... Read this article online
Updates to Case IH RB566 Round Baler Wednesday, October 29, 2025 The Case IH RB566 round baler has been redesigned with a strong focus on serviceability, dependability, and efficiency, offering farmers a more advanced and reliable baling experience. According to Brian Williams, livestock product specialist with Case IH, the latest improvements... Read this article online
22 young leaders graduate from Rural Ontario Institute’s Change Makers Program Tuesday, October 28, 2025 The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) has marked a milestone in rural leadership development with the graduation of 22 participants from its Rural Change Makers (RCM) program. The private ceremony, held this October, celebrated a year of learning, collaboration, and community impact. “We are... Read this article online