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Products removed from high-risk agrochemical list

Keep it Clean drops two products from its list of market risks

By Don Norman May 7, 2024

A 2024 product advisory from Keep it Clean is missing two names previously featured on a list of high-risk crop protection products. Keep it Clean is a joint initiative of the Canola Council of Canada, Cereals Canada, Pulse Canada and the Prairie Oat Growers Association. The group releases an annual product advisory with information on

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Tyson Foods shares sink on worries over consumer demand, third quarter

By Granth Vanaik, Tom Polansek May 6, 2024

Reuters – Tyson Foods TSN.N shares were on track for their worst one-day decline in a year on Monday after the U.S. meatpacker warned that consumers are under pressure from persistent inflation and high commodity costs could weigh on upcoming results. The Arkansas-based meatpacker reported second-quarter sales that fell short of analysts’ estimates, though profits

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France revamps pesticide reduction plan in wake of farmer unrest

By Gus Trompiz, Sybille De La Hamaide May 6, 2024

Paris | Reuters – France unveiled on Monday a revised plan to halve pesticide use in the European Union’s biggest agricultural producer, pledging to adopt an EU indicator and boost research into alternatives in a nod to grievances voiced in farmer protests this year. Why it’s important Environmental regulation was one of the main factors

Health Canada had previously decided that gene edited crops are safe, so, in most cases they will be treated the same as crops developed through traditional plant breeding methods. Photo: File

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CFIA declares gene editing safe for livestock feed

By Robert Arnason May 3, 2024

Glacier FarmMedia – Leaders in Canada’s grain industry are praising the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for confirming gene edited crops are safe to use as livestock feed. Today, the Canola Council of Canada, the Canada Grains Council and Cereals Canada “applauded” the CFIA for its new guidance on gene editing. “This is a ground-breaking day

The Senate Chamber within the Canadian Parliament buildings.

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Ag lending in crossfire of Bill S-243: industry

Banking sector says act would kneecap current climate efforts, add to crowded reporting environment

By Geralyn Wichers May 3, 2024

A coalition of 17 major farm groups is opposing a bill that would tie the decisions of lending institutions to Canada’s climate goals. The Agriculture Carbon Alliance, which pushes for recognition of farm sustainability, argues that Bill S-243 could lead to higher borrowing costs and more red tape for farmers. Why it matters: The push for farm sustainability, and the red tape needed to prove

“It’s a significant thing for producers that have a permanently higher export basis.” – Richard Gray, University of Saskatchewan.

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Reports raise alarm over Bunge-Viterra merger

Competition Bureau, ag economists warn of significantly reduced competition, more costs to farmers

By Karen Briere May 3, 2024

Glacier FarmMedia – Bunge and Viterra said in late April that they still expect to proceed with their proposed merger, even after a Competition Bureau review identified major concerns about reduced competition. A report from three University of Saskatchewan agricultural economists, prepared on behalf of four Saskatchewan and Alberta farm groups, reached the same conclusion. It was released April 29. The Agricultural Producers of Saskatchewan was among those groups. “We are particularly concerned

The Canadian Grain Commission building in downtown Winnipeg.

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Ottawa appoints new grain commission head

David Hunt takes over from Doug Chorney

By Robert Arnason May 3, 2024

The new chief commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission will begin his four-year term this month. David Hunt, who formerly worked for Richardson International, Puratone and the Manitoba government, will start in his new role May 13. Hunt’s appointment was made in late April by federal agriculture minister Lawrence MacAulay. “The CGC plays a vitally important

Mud and fallen motorcycles are seen following a Sept. 24, 2022, crash near Steinbach.

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Mud slick sparks lawsuit against Manitoba dairy

MPI suing eastern Manitoba farm following motorcycle crash

By Don Norman May 3, 2024

Keystone Agricultural Producers says it’s closely following a lawsuit filed against a Steinbach-area dairy farm. The lawsuit centres around a local highway mudslick believed to have caused a deadly motorcycle accident in 2022. The Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation, which filed the suit, says it was left behind by the farmer or farm staff. MPI has

CF Industries is one of the world’s biggest nitrogen fertilizer producers and competes against Russian imports. Photo: Thinkstock

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U.S. fertilizer imports helping fund Russian war effort, CF Industries says

By Rod Nickel May 3, 2024

Reuters – U.S. agriculture companies have been brisk importers of Russian fertilizer since the 2022 Ukraine invasion, a practice that is unwittingly helping fund Russia’s war against Ukraine, U.S. producer CF Industries CF.N said on Thursday. The U.S. does not impose sanctions directly on Russian fertilizer, which is important to global food supplies and prices.

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U.S. health officials warn dairy workers are at risk from bird flu

By Julie Steenhuysen May 3, 2024

Chicago | Reuters – U.S. health officials on Friday warned that dairy workers remain at risk from the H5N1 bird flu virus that is infecting dairy herds, and urged them to wear protective gear to avoid infection. The U.S. CDC urged farmers, workers, and emergency responders to wear appropriate protective gear when in direct or

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News & Opinion

Products removed from high-risk agrochemical list

Tyson Foods shares sink on worries over consumer demand, third quarter

France revamps pesticide reduction plan in wake of farmer unrest

CFIA declares gene editing safe for livestock feed

Ag lending in crossfire of Bill S-243: industry

Reports raise alarm over Bunge-Viterra merger

Ottawa appoints new grain commission head

Mud slick sparks lawsuit against Manitoba dairy

U.S. fertilizer imports helping fund Russian war effort, CF Industries says

U.S. health officials warn dairy workers are at risk from bird flu

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