Purple Tomatoes to Hit Canadian Stores Next Year
Genetically modified purple tomatoes, rich in antioxidants, are set to appear on Canadian grocery shelves in 2025. Discover the science and potential health benefits behind this colorful innovation.
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Wheat Rally Hits Longest Streak Since April on War, Weather
Chicago wheat futures extend rally amid Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports and concerning warm weather in U.S. Plains. Prices climb 1.5%, marking the longest gain since April.
Wheat Rally Hits Longest Streak Since April on War, Weather
Chicago wheat futures extend rally as Russian attacks threaten Black Sea exports and record warmth in U.S. Plains creates crop risks. Sugar prices also climb.
Maritime Farmers Short on Hay After Drought
Farmers across the Maritimes are grappling with critical shortages of hay and animal feed following a severe summer drought, threatening livestock health and farm viability.
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Migrant farm workers face exploitation in Canada
An investigation reveals how Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, vital for agriculture, can lead to the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Read the full story.
Lobster theft under investigation in Lunenburg County
Nova Scotia RCMP are investigating a significant theft of lobster in Lunenburg County. Get the latest details on this coastal crime.
Dairy Supply Management Hurts Canada's Trade Future
A small group of wealthy dairy farmers wields disproportionate power, sabotaging Canada's trade negotiations and economic potential, according to a recent analysis. Discover the impact on consumers and businesses.
Nova Scotia Christmas tree sales up, exports down
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
Nova Scotia Christmas Tree Sales Up This Year
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
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Regina Farmers' Market hits yearly high to end 50th season
The Regina Farmers' Market celebrated the close of its landmark 50th season with its highest attendance of the year, marking a successful milestone for the local institution. Discover the market's impact.
Mass Turkey Cull Ordered After Bird Flu Hits Perth County Farm
A devastating avian influenza outbreak at a Perth County, Ontario, turkey farm forces the euthanasia of 56,000 birds. Officials are working to contain the highly pathogenic virus.
New P.E.I. programs support oyster industry
Prince Edward Island announces new initiatives to bolster its oyster aquaculture sector, providing crucial support for local growers and processors. Learn about the latest provincial investment.
Lobster Drops to $11 a Pound in Canada
Canadian consumers see lobster prices fall sharply to $11 per pound, offering rare relief as overall food costs climbed 4.2% last month. Discover the factors behind this seasonal drop.
Flooding kills 175,000 birds in B.C., compounding avian flu crisis
Abbotsford poultry farmers confront a devastating cleanup after flooding kills an estimated 175,000 birds, a severe blow to an industry already battling a multi-year avian influenza outbreak. Learn about the impact and the fight to save family farms.
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Fire levels lobster facility in Stonehaven, N.B.
A major fire has destroyed the Stonehaven Lobster Co. facility near Bathurst. The blaze on Thursday caused significant damage to the live lobster storage operation.
Low lobster prices drive high sales in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia's lobster industry is experiencing a sales boom as low market prices attract consumers. Discover how this trend is impacting local fishermen and the economy.
B.C. poultry farmers face awful cleanup after flooding
British Columbia poultry farmers are bracing for a massive cleanup after severe flooding in Abbotsford. Premier David Eby describes the daunting task ahead for the agricultural sector.
Professor: End Food Tax to Lower Grocery Bills
A food policy expert argues eliminating GST/HST on all food is a simple, fair way to fight inflation. Learn how shrinkflation quietly makes more groceries taxable.
B.C. mink farmers drop legal challenge of provincial ban
Mink farmers in British Columbia have abandoned their four-year legal battle against the province's farming ban, citing prohibitive costs. The decision marks a pivotal end to the contentious fight.
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Nova Scotia Updates Aquaculture Regulations
Nova Scotia has announced updated aquaculture regulations designed to support sustainable industry growth. Learn about the key changes and their expected impact.
High Beef Prices Persist in Canada as Experts Cite 'Waiting Game'
Canadians continue to face high beef prices even as cattle numbers grow. A University of Guelph expert explains the complex factors behind the delay in grocery store relief.
High Beef Prices Persist as Canadian Cattle Numbers Regrow
Canadians face a 'waiting game' for lower beef prices as cattle herds slowly recover from drought. A University of Guelph expert explains the market factors keeping costs elevated.
Alberta's New Wetland Policy: Farmers Win, Conservationists Worry
Alberta's updated wetland policy exempts low-impact farming on temporary wetlands, welcomed by agricultural groups but criticized by the Alberta Wilderness Association. New rules take effect in 2025.
Plant Forward on the Prairies coming to Saskatoon in 2026
Canada's flagship plant-based food innovation conference, Plant Forward, is coming to Saskatoon in September 2026. The event will highlight the Prairies' role as a global leader in sustainable agriculture and ingredient production.
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Calgary's Sultech Goes Global with Fertilizer Tech
Crossfield-based Sultech Global Innovation is taking its patented micronized sulphur fertilizer worldwide, signing deals from Canada to the UAE. Discover how this Alberta-born technology is boosting crop yields.
B.C. Farmer Pleads for Federal Aid as Floods Kill Tens of Thousands of Birds
Fraser Valley farmer Corry Spitter narrowly avoided poultry loss as floods inundate Sumas Prairie. Six B.C. farms report livestock deaths, with tens of thousands of birds lost. Read the urgent call for federal support.
Canada's Food Inflation Climbs to 4.7% in November
Food inflation in Canada surged to 4.7% in November, the highest in nearly two years. Expert analysis points to structural problems, not greedflation, as the root cause. Learn what's driving the cost-of-living crisis.
Barn destroyed by fire in Middle Musquodoboit
A barn in Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia, was completely destroyed in a fire on December 15, 2025. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Cargill Regina canola plant opening delayed to 2026
Cargill's major canola processing plant in West Regina is now slated for a 2026 opening, despite construction passing the halfway mark. Get the latest details on the project's progress and timeline.
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Regina's Major Biofuel Project Paused Indefinitely by FCL
Federated Co-operatives Ltd. has paused its planned canola crush plant and renewable diesel facility in Regina, impacting billions in expected economic activity. Learn the details and implications.
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