Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Regardless of the topic be it food security, water access, or animal welfare communicating using language that resonates with consumers is key to getting a message through. Food insecurity is on the rise in Canada, as grocery prices have been rising for the last five years. According to Food Banks Canada, as of Read More

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

On Tuesday, I headed to downtown Ottawa, just a stones throw from our Parliament buildings to take in Farm Credit Canadas Future of Food event. Held in conjunction with Canadas Ag Day, the conference is one I always look forward to. Held in conjunction with Canadas Ag Day, the conference is one I always look forward to.

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NASDA

MARCH 19, 2025

Today, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, alongside 20+ state agriculture departments , celebrates National Agriculture Trade Day. agriculture competitive. agriculture with new global marketplaces, we create long-term growthand greater opportunities for farmers and ranchers across the country.”

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 30, 2024

Canada’s Auditor General blasted Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture in an independent report released on Tuesday.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

AGT Food and Ingredients Inc. The sale includes MobilGrain and its operating subsidiaries: Last Mountain Rail, with 140 kms (87 miles) running from the Regina Plains to… Read More AGT Food and Ingredients Inc. has announced the sale of all shares of its shortline rail and bulk handling infrastructure in Mobil Grain Ltd.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 22, 2025

Dr. Tim McAllister, principal research scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, has spent nearly a decade studying microbiomes, referring to them as the one health microbiome or Read More

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

State agriculture officials expressed the need for farm technical assistance resources to support farmers in business management and farm transitions during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference. Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. territories.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Leaping off of the second day of the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute’s event focused on ag policy and sustainability, RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney tackles benchmarking; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) pressure; and driving change on this episode of the Ag Policy Connection podcast!

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Food Politics

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Heres the announcement: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) today launched its 2024 Statistical Yearbook , offering an in-depth overview of the most significant trends shaping global agrifood systems. One example: A few highlights: The value of global agriculture: $3.8 Its got great graphics.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Diversification is the key to the resilience of our food systems. By diversifying food systems, we can build a more resilient and sustainable system capable of adapting to climate and market fluctuations while also providing more nutritious food for local consumers. I have also learned about, and advocate for, opportunities.

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 3, 2025

The Manitoba government has announced provincial funding for a top-up to the AgriStability program that was proposed by federal Agriculture Minister Kody Blois prior to the federal election campaign. million to match federal AgriStability funding during a visit to the Maple Leaf Foods hog processing plant at Brandon, Man.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Photo credit: USDA The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has promoted the sale of foods locally for over two decades via business and community investments made by Value-Added Producer Grants , Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Grants , and most recently Regional Food System Partnership grants.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Today at the National Association of State Department of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference , NASDA members voted to support federal programs and policies that expand “food as medicine” initiatives and strengthen their connection to local and regional food systems. territories. territories.

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Real Agriculture

MARCH 14, 2025

Submitted by Penny Eaton, stakeholder relations for Canadian Food Focus Dorothy Long, managing director of Canadian Food Focus, says we need to remember that food is the part of agriculture that consumers care most about.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

House Agriculture Committee Chairman G. Thompson and Ranking Member Angie Craig will discuss the committees policy priorities with state department of agriculture leaders during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference. Media Advisory WHO : U.S. territories.

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Real Agriculture

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Hunter brings more than 20 years of experience in the agriculture food sector, holding positions with Maple Leaf Foods, the Canola Council of Canada, and CropLife International. Throughout his career, Hunter has been a passionate advocate for agriculture Read More

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School, Ontario Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Agribusiness pathologist Albert… Read More Genetics and fungicides are the two pillars of disease defence when it comes to yield robbers like tar spot.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Premier David Eby is bringing back a familiar face to represent agriculture in his new cabinet. s Minister of Agriculture and Food as Eby unveiled his cabinet on Monday following the narrow win for his incumbent NDP in the provincial election last month. Lana Popham was sworn in as B.C.’s Popham served as B.C.’s

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Real Agriculture

MARCH 19, 2025

Agriculture is forever evolving and so is the business of fertilizer and crop nutrition. The companys mission is to help the world grow the food it needs, says director of new product Read More Agriculture is forever evolving and so is the business of fertilizer and crop nutrition.

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NASDA

APRIL 18, 2025

The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets is seeking a motivated veterinarian to join our team of passionate professionals as the Vermont Assistant State Veterinarian and Animal Health Section Chief. Apply by April 27, 2025.

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Real Agriculture

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In spring 2021, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) announced funding to expand its Living Labs initiative to every province. One such organization is Food Water Wellness Foundation in Alberta. One such organization is Food Water Wellness Foundation in Alberta. Kim Read More

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Exports remain critical for food security and maximizing the value of surplus ag production in the U.S., Exports remain critical for food security and maximizing the value of surplus ag production in the U.S., The demise of global trade as politicians push protectionist policies is overstated, says the head of the U.S. Read More

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As first reported here on RealAgriculture, Lawrence MacAulay, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, spent last week in Beijing, China, where he met with Chinese industry leaders, importers, and Canadian stakeholders. A news release issued by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada on Nov.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Media Advisory WHO : Canadian Minister of Agriculture Lawrence MacAulay will address U.S. state agriculture officials during the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2025 Winter Policy Conference. His remarks will cover key topics on the U.S.-Canada territories.

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Real Agriculture

MARCH 17, 2025

To this end, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is emphasizing the importance of accurate Product of Canada and Made in Canada labels on food products. To this end, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is emphasizing the importance of accurate Product of Canada and Made in Canada labels on food products.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

This is the first part of an articles series based on based on conversations held during COP16 (Cali) and COP29 (Baku) side events by leading food system actors, who explored solutions provided by agroecology. And efforts to make food systems more nature positive, including through agroecology, must be integral to each.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The Mystery of Black Rice: Food, Medicinal, and Spiritual Uses of Oryza glaberrima by Maroon Communities in Suriname and French Guiana. Trees, terraces and llamas: Resilient watershed management and sustainable agriculture the Inca way. The Invisible Tropical Tuber Crop: Edible Aroids (Araceae) Sold as Tajer in the Netherlands.

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Real Agriculture

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness weed management specialist Mike Cowbrough says he hates to sound like a broken record but best… Read More

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Food Tank

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Over the last several years, agriculture has stormed onto the climate agenda. Strengthening local economic markets and smallholders access to them creates a mutually generative cycle of food and ecological resilienceessential to strong local incomes and livelihoods. And its about time.

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Food Tank

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

America has a food problem, and it’s not just about what we’re eating—it’s about how we think about food altogether. Our relationship with food is broken, leading to an uptick in preventable diseases, soaring healthcare costs , and widening divides between those who can afford healthy food and those who can’t.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

on Tuesday by Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, Rob Flack. on Tuesday by Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, Rob Flack. on Tuesday by Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, Rob Flack.

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Food Politics

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

At a glance across the country: Meatpacking plants closed at an unprecedented rate this year, accelerated by a number of factors such as rising livestock costs, workforce shortages, food safety violations and foodborne illnesses, and ongoing industry consolidation. Pretty certain: food prices will rise.

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Real Agriculture

MARCH 19, 2025

Canadas new agriculture minister has instructed the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to reduce red tape and harmonize certain regulations with trading partners.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 28, 2025

While the dollar amount was previously known, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay formally announced the funding for the OFCAF initiative through 2027-28 on Tuesday. While the dollar amount was previously known, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay formally announced the funding for the OFCAF initiative through 2027-28 on Tuesday.

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Real Agriculture

JANUARY 21, 2025

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) is getting ready to update its soil management recommendations for farmers in the province.

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Food Politics

AUGUST 9, 2024

But distinguishing between monopoly and monopsony is useful because food businesses can potentially exercise both at the same time. Their potential market power is ‘two-sided’, similar to online platforms for food delivery that could potentially become the only intermediary between restaurants and customers. In the U.S.

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NASDA

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Letter Dear Speaker Johnson, Minority Leader Jeffries, Majority Leader Schumer and Minority Leader McConnell: The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture supported the draft of H.R. Americas farmers and ranchers are facing an increasingly perilous agricultural economy.

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