Animal protein feeding examined in Europe Monday, October 3, 2011 The European Union (EU) is considering revising its ban on feeding animal byproducts to livestock and poultry. But don't expect to see ruminant byproducts being fed to cattle and sheep again, at least not for now. The issue has come up for consideration because of concerns about how the world will feed itself. Vegetable-based protein meal that isn't fed to livestock can be used to feed people. Even the notoriously reactionary French are seriously considering it. France's National Food Council says the aquaculture industry may be the first to benefit from the lifting of the ban.A working group established under the EU last year found that the health situation is now under control and the reasons behind the ban in the 1990s are outdated. The conservation of fishery resources is a top priority. The food council says it aims to study the issue "from other angles, including that of social responsibility."In Britain, farmers aren't as enthusiastic, according to the online Independent News in England. A debate at an annual pig and poultry show revealed that many farmers were horrified by the proposal. The poultry industry is worried that its reputation will be sullied. Food industry consultants were quoted as saying that consumers wouldn't stomach the change.The newspaper says far fewer people succumbed to variant Creutzfeldt- Jacob Disease than was initially feared – 171 in two decades with four remaining alive. BF 2011: A tough year for organic farmers Ethanol corn use surpasses feed for first time in U.S.
BASF introduces Surtain herbicide for field corn growers Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Field corn growers in eastern Canada have a new crop protection product available to them. After about 10 years of research and trials, BASF has introduced Surtain, a residual herbicide for corn that combines PPO inhibitor saflufenacil (Group 14) and pyroxasulfone (Group 15) in a premix... Read this article online
We Didn’t Start the Fire! Impacts of Wildfire Smoke on Corn Monday, September 16, 2024 Assistant Professor of Corn Production at Purdue University’s College of Agriculture, Daniel Quinn, PhD. recently provided fascinating insights into the impacts of fire on major corn producing areas, many of which have been impacted by smoke from wildfires. Quinn was the keynote... Read this article online
New home for the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario Saturday, September 14, 2024 The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) has announced it has moved into its new office building in Ingersoll. Located at 274620 27th Line in Ingersoll, the new office will serve as the hub for CFFO’s ongoing efforts to advocate for and support Ontario’s Christian farmers.... Read this article online
Canadian Ag Youth Council Welcomes new Members Saturday, September 14, 2024 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has announced the latest members to join the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council (CAYC). This update introduces nine fresh members alongside thirteen returning youths, marking a significant step towards involving young voices in agricultural... Read this article online
New CEO for Livestock Research Innovation Corporation Friday, September 13, 2024 Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC) is promoting from within with the appointment of the organization’s newest Chief Executive Officer. Industry Services Manager Kelly Somerville has been tapped to assume the role as of September 3, replacing retiring CEO Mike McMorris.... Read this article online