Canada’s dairy cattle herd is so far spared from avian flu, and work continues to contain its spread in the U.S., but the disease is far from gone.
Researchers stay on trail of bovine bird flu’s origin
A new discovery in the Netherlands, the first such finding outside the U.S., highlights the need for ongoing vigilance and risk assessment
Farm Credit Canada forecasts higher farm costs for 2026
Canada’s farmers should brace for higher costs in 2026, FCC warns, although there’s some bright financial news for cattle
Canadian farmers should brace for higher costs in 2026, Farm Credit Canada warns, although there’s some bright financial news for cattle
Manitoba farmers wary of research hit after AAFC cuts
The AAFC research farm at Portage la Prairie one of seven Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada sites on chopping block
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada cuts claim Portage la Prairie research farm; Manitoba farms groups wrestle with potential impact.
Canadian GDP growth slow down expected in 2026, FCC says
Farm Credit Canada expects continued trade woes and mortgage renewals to weigh on Canada’s economic growth in 2026
Air, land and sea join forces as Manitoba launches Arctic trade corridor plans
Port of Churchill, CentrePort Canada, Winnipeg airport all central to plans to make Manitoba a major conduit for northern global trade
Manitoba wants to take its Arctic trade routes to the big leagues. The Port of Churchill, CentrePort Canada and Winnipeg airport have all raised their hands to help it happen.
Beekeepers call foul on fake honey
Canada’s beekeepers say the stubborn flow of adulterated honey hasn’t gone away, and it risks compromising both domestic honey producers and crop pollination
Canada’s beekeepers say the stubborn flow of adulterated honey hasn’t gone away, and it risks compromising both domestic honey producers and crop pollination.
FMC Canada unveils 2026 crop protection roster
FMC Canada’s crop protection lineup for 2026 will include four products marketed for control of kochia.
New Syngenta fungicide targets anthracnose, white mould, Ascochyta blight
Lentil growers in Canada have a new option for controlling three major disease threats to the crop.
CFIA looks for feedback on proposed seed potato rule changes
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is looking for public and industry input on proposed amendments to regulations around seed potatoes.
Beekeepers want financial protection against tropi mite
Tropilaelaps (tropi) mites haven’t landed in Canada; beekeepers want to know they’ll get financial help from the federal government if the deadly bee parasite ever does
What happens to beekeepers if the deadly tropi mite reaches Canada? Discover why farmers want robust compensation to protect pollination.
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