The most important plant breeding achievement ever Wednesday, June 1, 2011 Did you know that it takes 25 corn plants per person per day to support the American way of life? That's one of the stories that the Indiana State Museum will tell in its exhibit "Amazing maize, the science history and culture of corn," opening in September of this year and running through 2012.According to a museum press release, the exhibit highlights corn as the most important plant breeding achievement of all time. According to the museum, corn began as a "small-eared bushy plant called teosinte" spread by Christopher Columbus through his travels and it had a social impact in both Europe and Africa.The Indiana museum display is 5,000 square feet. Visitors can "drive" a simulated Case IH combine through a corn field. If it's successful, a smaller version of the show will go on the road. BF Calling all combines 'Cold trains' match trucks for delivery speed
Bonnefield joins Canadian Agriculture Investment Coalition Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Bonnefield Financial Inc. announced its participation in a new investment coalition focused on strengthening Canada’s agriculture and food industry. The coalition, brought together by Farm Credit Canada, includes more than 20 investment organizations. Together, they are prepared to invest... Read this article online
Wilson Farms Sponsors Ontario Four 2026 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Wilson Farms Grain has been announced as the Supreme Champion Sponsor of the Ontario Four Horse Hitch Series for the 2026 season. This partnership connects one of Eastern Ontario’s leading grainlogisticsenterprises with one of the province’s most respected draft horse competitions. Known... Read this article online
Hog Markets Strengthen Heading Into Late February Monday, February 23, 2026 As hog producers head into the final stretch of February, North American markets showed modest but broad-based strength according to the latest OMAFA report for the week ending February 20, 2026. The data highlights firmer hog prices, stronger futures, and mixed feed costs, offering... Read this article online
New leadership elected as Beef Farmers of Ontario charts priorities for 2026 Monday, February 23, 2026 The Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) has announced new leadership following its 64th Annual General Meeting, with directors electing Jason Leblond of Chisholm as president and Don Badour of Perth as vice president. The election marks the conclusion of Past President Craig McLaughlin’s... Read this article online
Why farmers built their own renewable energy association Friday, February 20, 2026 When renewable energy developers come knocking on rural doors, farmers often find themselves staring at 40-page leases, unfamiliar terminology, and long-term commitments that could shape their land for decades. For many, the opportunity is exciting and enticing—but also... Read this article online