The Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) has introduced the National Farmer Wellness Network (NFWN) Crisis Line to address the mental health challenges faced by farmers, farm families, and agricultural workers in Canada. This initiative, supported by a $1.5 million investment from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) over three years, offers specialized mental health support from…

The Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) is offering livestock grazing opportunities on select Conservation Sites to mimic natural disturbances and encourage robust forage growth. These opportunities are available to producers through a tendering process. Key details include: This initiative provides an opportunity for producers to contribute to conservation efforts while benefiting from healthy forage growth. For…

Constructing without a permit is a serious offence The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) continues to see increased cases of unauthorized construction of pens, barns, catch basins, and earthen manure storage facilities at a number of confined feeding operations (CFOs). The Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) prohibits construction of a CFO, a manure storage facility,…

In an unprecedented move, all 13 of Canada’s Premiers are set to visit Washington, D.C., on February 12, 2025. This joint mission aims to bolster Canada-U.S. relations. Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, who chairs the Council of Federation, will lead the delegation through a series of meetings and events in the U.S. capital. The Council…

February 10th marks World Pulses Day, a global event designed by the United Nations to highlight the importance of pulses like chickpeas, dry beans, lentils, dry peas, and lupins. Since its proclamation in 2019, this day has recognized the vital role pulses play in achieving the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Pulse crops…