What goes ‘moo’ and then explodes?

Since the rise of agriculture, humans have increased the mass of animal life on land fourfold, but wild animals now account for only four per cent of that biomass.
Job security during transition to low-carbon economy among top concerns in environment-heavy February for lobbying

Environment-related advocacy reclaimed its spot as the most popular subject matter discussed in federal lobbying in February, after two months lead by economic development discussions.
Grocery Code of Conduct to address transparency in agri-food industry set for April release

The federal government received a draft of the code in late 2022, following more than a year of negotiations between industry groups representing farmers, national retail chains, independent grocers and food processors.
Growing Canada’s agri-food sector requires a sustainable approach to meet consumer demand

Over the next five years, the new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership will drive $3.5-billion in federal-provincial-territorial investments.
Biting back against ‘greedflation’

About 5.8 million people across the country suffered food insecurity in 2021, and the situation has worsened since.
Digging into the Senate’s new soil study

Cultivating healthier soil in this country can reap benefits for farmers, the environment, and for all Canadians, writes CSG Senator Robert Black.
We know how to support healthy soil, so let’s help farmers adopt sustainable methods

Investing in agricultural innovation and adopting proven, sustainable farming practices is crucial to a thriving agriculture industry and to the long-term health of soil.
Challenges facing Nova Scotia agriculture industry

At a time when food security and food availability have never been more important, we are seeing our agriculture industry shrink.
Turning up the heat on climate protections for workers

As the planet warms, how will policymakers protect farm workers from scorching temperatures?
Agriculture sector experiencing labour shortages

Future generations of farmers and farm families will continue to struggle with worker availability unless the problems are addressed now, writes Conservative MP Lianne Rood.