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Research work at Quebec's Laval University's Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, carried out in partnership with 14 vegetable farms, offers hope for ensuring the sustainability of their soils.
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COMMENT: Fertile land for growing vegetables is at risk — but a scientific discovery could turn the tide
Unifor’s Canadian Pacific Kansas City members vote to authorize strike
Unifor said on Tuesday its members at railroad operator Canadian Pacific Kansas City have voted in favor of a strike action if the parties fail to reach an agreement by Jan. 29.
Pace of soy harvest in Brazil’s biggest farm state is slowest in 7 years, AgRural says
Rains are disrupting the start of Brazil's 2024/25 soybean harvest in Mato Grosso, agribusiness consultancy AgRural said on Monday, adding that the pace of work in the country's biggest farm state is the slowest in seven years.
US chicken, pork plant workers face higher health risks, USDA studies confirm
Workers in U.S. chicken and pork plants face higher risks than other manufacturing workers for musculoskeletal disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome, according to two studies the U.S. Department of Agriculture issued on Friday.
Agriculture braces for Trump inauguration
Tariff threats levied by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has Canadian agriculture looks for ways to prepare against the potential financial shock
Tariff threats levied by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has Canadian agriculture looks for ways to prepare against the fallout of a trade dispute with Canada’s largest trading partner.
Canadian election could short agriculture in 2025
Farmers will go to the polls during the 2025 Canadian federal election this year, but its not clear how signficantly the issues driving agriculture will feature in party platforms.
US issues partial guidance on clean fuel subsidies, chafing ethanol makers
U.S. biofuels groups are eager for clarity on the tax credits for fuels that combat climate change, which they hope will ultimately provide a pathway for corn-based ethanol to expand its market as a feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel.
U.S. Treasury releases guidance on clean fuels tax credits
The United States Department of the Treasury together with the Internal Revenue Service released much-anticipated short-term guidance on tax credits for biofuels on Jan. 10, giving the soyoil market a boost to end the week.
New Richardson CEO steps in
Succession takes effect today in the corner office at Richardson International, one of Canada's biggest grain handlers and processors.
Federal liberals to choose new leader on March 9
Outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party said late on Thursday it will choose a new leader on March 9 ahead of the 2025 elections for which polls show the party in a very weak position.