News - Agriculture

4-H Canada and Syngenta Canada are pleased to announce the national winners of the Proud to Bee a 4-H’er video contest.

The Manitoba government is supporting the long-term, sustainable growth of the agricultural sector by removing unnecessary regulatory requirements on the construction of farm buildings.

H@ms Marketing Services warns any disruption in U.S. pork exports to Mexico as a result of the planned renegotiation of NAFTA, will negatively affect North American live hog markets.

The Vice-Chair of Manitoba Pork is encouraging those who have concerns with NAFTA to look at the benefits the agreement has created for agriculture and follow that lead.

The Industry Development Specialist Swine with Manitoba Agriculture says the role of extension in swine production has changed in response to an increase in the ratio of employees to owners working in swine barns.

In the wake of the apparent demise of the Trans-Pacific Partnership the Canadian Meat Council is hopeful Canada will move ahead as quickly as possible on bilateral trade discussions already underway with Japan and open discussions with Vietnam and Malaysia.

Manitoba’s Agriculture Minister says the provincial government is committed to a “Made in Manitoba” solution for ensuring everyone in the province plays a role in addressing climate change.

The Manitoba government and Roquette announced a historic investment in the province’s food-processing industry, confirming the France-based company’s plans to build a new, $400-million pea-processing facility near Portage la Prairie.

Keystone Agricultural Producers applauds the provincial government’s recent announcement that an immediate review of KAP’s funding system will take place.

Premier Brian Pallister and Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler attended the 40th anniversary of Ag Days to celebrate the effects of agriculture on Manitoba’s economy.