Protests halt release of GM alfalfa Tuesday, August 5, 2014 The Gazette of Montreal reports that a strain of Roundup Ready alfalfa scheduled to be released in Canada this year is not coming after all. After widespread resistance from farmers and seed companies, and protests across the country, the launch will be delayed for "at least another year." Organic farmers, in particular, are worried that the GM alfalfa will contaminate their farms. The Canadian Seed Trade Association says cross-contamination can be avoided by following "best-management practices," such as cleaning machinery, but many farmers say nothing will stop the spread. In the United States, where GM alfalfa is already being grown, it has spread. The Gazette reports that last summer a farmer's alfalfa hay from Washington state was rejected for export because it was contaminated with GM alfalfa. Synagri, Growmark, Quality Seeds, Pride Seeds, DuPont Pioneer, and La Co-op fédérée were all expecting to sell GM alfalfa. BF SL virtual reality game . . . for chickens Kashi products are no longer 'natural'
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