Essex noise bylaw debate pits farmland against residential areas
A debate over Essex's noise bylaw highlights unequal rules for 'hooting and hollering' on agricultural vs. residential land. Residents demand consistent protection.
A debate over Essex's noise bylaw highlights unequal rules for 'hooting and hollering' on agricultural vs. residential land. Residents demand consistent protection.
Alberta farmers can win cash for charity by recycling baler twine. The 2026 contest offers $12,000 in prizes, building on last year's success of recycling over 16,000 kg.
A Chinese importer has purchased its first cargo of Canadian canola in months, following a visit by former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney. This signals a potential thaw in trade relations for a key Canadian agricultural export.
A B.C. ostrich farm's $10,000 fine for failing to promptly report an avian flu outbreak has been upheld by a tribunal. The outbreak led to the cull of the entire flock.
The B.C. Civil Resolution Tribunal clarifies that the entity or person who hires a plumber is legally responsible for payment, a key ruling for contractors and clients. Learn more about this important decision.
Manitoba canola producers welcome the new trade agreement with China, viewing it as a step forward for market stability and future exports. Get the full story.
An Ottawa pizza shop wins nearly $400,000 in legal costs after the Ontario Land Tribunal rules against the city's expropriation tactics. Read the full story.
A British Columbia agricultural tribunal has upheld a $10,000 fine against Universal Ostrich Farms for not reporting sick birds. Learn the details of this biosecurity failure.
The Manitoba Canola Growers Association calls a new Canada-China trade agreement 'good news,' but questions remain about long-term market stability. Learn what this means for farmers.
Southern Alberta farmers welcome a deal with China that drastically reduces tariffs on canola and peas, bringing hope for better prices and stability to the agricultural sector. Read the full story.
Canadian canola growers can finally exhale as China agrees to lift crushing tariffs, dropping seed duties to 15% by March. This landmark trade deal ends an 18-month blockade.
Cleanfarms strengthens its governance with the appointment of Bob Lepischak, a Manitoba grain producer and agricultural leader, to its Board of Directors. Discover how his expertise will shape national recycling programs.
University of Calgary scientists discover a key gene regulating lignin 'cement' in canola pods, paving the way for stronger crops and reducing massive harvest losses for Canadian farmers.
As Mark Carney meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Canadian canola producers are urging for a breakthrough on punitive tariffs that have crippled a key export market. Read the latest.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency halts proposed livestock tracking regulations following industry pressure. Saskatchewan cattle producers welcome the temporary reprieve. Read the latest.
A labour tribunal has dismissed a complaint from Hydro-Quebec's union regarding the utility's 'priority behaviours' policy for employees. Get the full details on the ruling.
New research reveals draining Prairie wetlands releases 2.1M tonnes of GHGs yearly, valued at $171M. Scientists urge factoring this cost into land-use decisions.
Hundreds of French farmers protested at Parliament with tractors, demanding better incomes and opposing the EU-Mercosur trade deal. Get the latest details on the demonstration.
A new Hawaii law, effective January 1, 2026, requires clear origin labeling for macadamia nuts. Local growers champion the change to protect their unique product and consumer trust.
Canadian canola and pea farmers, facing full bins and low prices due to Chinese tariffs, are looking to Mark Carney's upcoming diplomatic mission for market access relief. Learn about the stakes for Prairie agriculture.
Dalhousie University researchers in Truro are studying agricultural drones for pesticide application, navigating Canada's stringent federal regulations on unmanned aerial vehicles.
Nova Scotia introduces a 10% discount on Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions to boost local food access and support farmers. Learn how this initiative strengthens food security.
CNH's Case IH brand earns three spots on ASABE's 2026 AE50 list for groundbreaking agricultural technologies that enhance seeding, planting, and crop protection. Discover the innovations shaping Canadian farming.
A Canadian beauty writer with lifelong dark circles puts the cult-favourite Cle de Peau Beauté concealer to the test. Is the $77 price tag justified by its performance? Find out in this detailed review.
Deloitte Canada revises its 2026 economic growth outlook downward, predicting a sluggish first half before a potential rebound. Read the full analysis and implications for interest rates.
China has significantly increased its purchases of U.S. soybeans, with total acquisitions approaching 10 million tonnes in early 2026. This major trade development impacts global agricultural markets.
Chicago wheat, corn, and soybean futures fell to start 2026, pressured by favourable South American weather. New U.S. farm aid details provided little market support. Read the full analysis.
Dalhousie University researchers in Nova Scotia are using recorders and AI to analyze cow moos, aiming to decode their communication for better animal welfare. Learn about this fascinating agricultural science breakthrough.
China announces significant 55% additional tariffs on certain beef imports, a move with potential repercussions for global agricultural trade and export markets.
From turbulent Canada-U.S. relations to political changes in Calgary and global headlines, we revisit the key moments that shaped 2025. Read our comprehensive year-end review.