Fork more pork, in Argentina Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Folks in Argentina are well known as the biggest consumers of beef in the world. They are also known for being somewhat . . . er . . . macho. So it's hard to say how effective President Cristina Fernandez's pitch for the country's pork industry will be.The news agency Reuters reports that Fernandez told pig farming leaders that eating pork was more effective than taking Viagra. Her experience was related to a previous weekend with her husband where barbecued pork was consumed. Her speech was televised.The beef industry in Argentina isn't what it used to be. The beef herd fell by seven per cent between 2006 and 2009 as drought conditions and government controls on exports forced producers out of the business. The export ban was imposed to lower domestic prices and tame overall inflation. In 2009, Argentines were expected to eat 154 pounds of beef per capita, up from 132 pounds in 2006. BF Eggs and raw milk aren't a good mix Hispanic Haggis?
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
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Ontario and Feds look to strengthen the provincial agri-food sector Monday, September 9, 2024 The governments of Canada and Ontario have announced they will be investing an additional $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors, and agribusinesses that will enhance... Read this article online
The Great Ontario Yield Tour predicts a record-breaking soybean crop Friday, September 6, 2024 The Great Ontario Yield Tour is predicting the 2024 Ontario soybean yield will be 54.12 bu/ac—a NEW RECORD high surpassing the previous record of 53 bu/ac set last year. If the prediction is correct, it will be the best soybean crop ever produced in Ontario!... Read this article online
IPM needs volunteers Thursday, September 5, 2024 The International Plowing Match & Rural Expo 2024 (IPM) could use a helping hand for volunteers. The IPM is being held this year in Lindsay, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, between October 1 and 5, 2024. While we are aware that the majority of the popular event is being held during... Read this article online