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The Canadian Cattle Association completed its 2025 Annual General Meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025 in Ottawa with a number of events, meetings and election of a new Board of Directors. Tyler Fulton of Birtle, Manitoba moves into the president position taking over from Nathan Phinney of Sackville, New Brunswick who remains on the Board…

The agriculture sector is currently facing multiple challenges, including the newly imposed tariffs by China, trade uncertainties with the United States, and risks like animal diseases. In response, the Honourable Kody Blois, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Rural Economic Development Canada, has announced new supports for the agricultural sector through the AgriStability program. The…

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has announced the launch of the new $3-million Producer Mental Wellbeing Initiative (PMWI). This 3-year initiative, delivered in partnership with the Privy Council Office’s Impact Canada, aims to bring forward collaborative solutions that use creative, data-based approaches to improve the wellbeing of producers, reduce the stigma around mental health in…

Every year, during the third week of March, Canada celebrates the Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW). This annual campaign is dedicated to spreading awareness and providing resources to ensure farming operations remain safe, healthy, sustainable, and successful. In 2025, CASW is observed from March 16-22. This week-long event encourages everyone involved in agriculture to participate…

Alberta’s government has introduced new legislation aimed at expanding and diversifying the agriculture sector while fostering the growth of the biogas industry. The proposed updates to the Bill 44: Agricultural Operation Practices Act are designed to reduce waste, enable farmers to use organic materials as fertilizer supplements, and attract investment that creates jobs. The act…

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)’s Women in Ag Awards celebrate the remarkable women shaping the future of agriculture in Alberta. Their leadership drives change, their resilience strengthens communities, and their dedication inspires the next generation. This year’s award recipients are breaking barriers, setting new standards, and introducing innovative ideas and practices to the agriculture industry….

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) announced that the Government of Canada will increase the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program to $250,000 for the 2025 program year. This means the government will cover the interest on this portion of the advances for producers. The Advance Payments Program (APP) provides producers with access to low-cost…

In a ceremony held at Rideau Hall and presided over by Governor General Mary Simon, Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, was sworn in alongside members of the 30th Canadian Ministry. This new Cabinet, described as leaner and more focused, includes a mix of returning ministers, seasoned leaders, and fresh voices, all aimed at addressing…

In response to the United States’ recent imposition of 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum products, the Canadian government has announced a series of retaliatory measures. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, and Innovation Minister François-Phillipe Champaign outlined the country’s strategy to counter these tariffs, which they described as…

The Canadian government is taking significant steps to protect rural communities and the pork industry from the threat of African Swine Fever (ASF). Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Lawrence MacAulay, revealed a funding commitment of up to $567.16 million to support hog producers if key export markets for Canadian pork and live pigs…