Farmers

• EU farmers are protesting climate change regulations. Could Canadians join them?

  European farmers have protested higher costs, lower profits and climate change regulations for months. Could Canadian producers also blockade ports?

  Canada

  Feb 19
  
• Buying directly from the farmer: How Manitobans are looking to cut back on expenses

  In a bid to save on expenses, customers across Manitoba are looking to creative means to get their meat and groceries heading into the holidays.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2023
  
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• Farmers Holiday Market in Regina biggest since inception

  The holiday farmers market is the biggest rendition of the market, with over 50 vendors this holiday season.

  Canada

  Dec 3, 2023
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• House votes down motion demanding Senate pass farmers’ carbon tax exemption

  The motion Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre brought forward on Tuesday got NDP support, but it was defeated on Wednesday afternoon when the Bloc and Liberals voted against it.

  Politics

  Nov 29, 2023
• Manitoba farmers concerned about effects of St. Lawrence Seaway strike

  The St. Lawrence Seaway strike has led to various industry groups calling for a swift resolution. In Manitoba, farmers are left worrying about the fate of their grain and exports.

  Environment

  Oct 23, 2023
• Mental health struggles on the rise among farmers, report says, but proactive steps can be taken

  A new report says Canadian farmers have a higher rate of stress, depression and anxiety than the general public — something that comes as no surprise to mental health advocates.

  Health

  Oct 16, 2023
• VP of Manitoban agricultural producer association says harvest on track

  Just under 25 per cent remains before Manitoba's harvest season comes to a close. One farmer says it might've taken longer, but the harvest continues as normal.

  Environment

  Sep 28, 2023
• Saskatchewan-based tech company develops A.I. grain grading app

  The Grain Grading app tests for frost and heat damage in addition to providing accurate sample counts in wheat, canola, peas and lentils.

  Tech

  Sep 23, 2023
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• Manitoba harvest numbers beat multi-year average, says expert

  Manitoba's harvest season is going strong as numbers suggest that over 60 per cent of the harvest has been completed - higher than the five-year average.

  Environment

  Sep 22, 2023
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• Record-breaking payments handed out to Saskatchewan producers battling drought

  Over 90 per cent of insured acres insured by the Forage Rainfall Insurance Program have received payment, totalling $60.4 million across the province.

  Canada

  Sep 5, 2023