The federal government, alongside the Saskatchewan government has announced new measures by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) to support producers facing this year’s challenging dry conditions. SCIC will implement the double low yield appraisal process, encouraging acres of low-yielding eligible crops to be diverted for grazing, baling, or silage to make additional feed available….
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has announced an investment of $19.9 million over the next three years in a core breeding agreement (CBA) with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). This funding aims to develop field-ready wheat varieties, ensuring Prairie farmers have continued access to high quality wheat genetics. The new agreement is intended to…
On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Carney announced his new cabinet, which features a mix of returning and new faces. This cabinet differs from previous ones, featuring fewer ministers and the return of Secretaries of State, who have specific roles, but are not officially part of the cabinet. The new government plans to encourage investment…
In response to the ongoing challenges in the agricultural sector, the federal, provincial, and territorial governments have decided to extend the AgriStability enrolment deadline for the 2025 program year from April 30 to July 31, 2025. AgriStability, a margin-based program, aims to assist producers in managing significant income declines. This extension provides farmers with additional…
The On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is open for applications. This program aims to provide financial support to producers, helping them adopt and implement Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, enhance production efficiency, and improve sustainability and resiliency on their farms. Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR), selected by Agriculture and Agri-Food…
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…
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…
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…
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), has announced the members of the third cohort of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council (CAYC). This new cohort includes nine fresh faces and 13 returning members from the second cohort, all set to serve 18-month terms. The CAYC, established in 2020, serves as a…
The Canadian cattle industry has received a significant federal investment aimed at enhancing genetic evaluation tools for beef and dairy cattle. Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lawrence MacAulay, announced a grant of up to $1.6 million to the Canadian Angus Association (CAA) through the AgriScience Program – Projects Component. This funding will allow CAA…
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has announced that it will deliver the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) through to March 31, 2025. The 2024 program will begin receiving online applications on March 1, 2024. OFCAF supports adopting beneficial management practices (BMPs) that reduce greenhouse gas emissions while fostering economic and environmental sustainability. Agriculture and Agri-Food…
We couldn’t be happier about the response to this program to date. A huge thank you to our producer participants, our partners and supporters, the AALL contract staff, Canfax Research Services, Nu Nenne Advisian Environmental, and our research leads and their teams from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the University of Alberta for getting us…