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• DFC Statement on Farmgate Milk Pricing

  17-10-2023 14:37 via farms.com
  Each year, the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) reviews the cost of production data using an established formula to assess whether there is a need for a price adjustment of milk at farmgate, the price allocated to dairy farmers.
  
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• AED Announces 2026 Board Chairman and Leadership Appointments

  22-01-2026 19:11 via farms.com
  Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) announced its 2026 leadership appointments during the 2026 AED Summit, taking place January 19–21 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas. The announcements include new chairs for both the AED Board of Directors and the AED Foundation, along with several new members joining each board.Marshall Anderson, Executive Vice President at RDO Equipment Co., was sworn in as AED’s 2026 Chairman of the Board, serving a one-year term. Anderson brings extens
  
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• Precision Planting Reveals 3 New Products at PTx Winter Conference

  22-01-2026 19:08 via farms.com
  AGCO announced that it’s Precision Planting brand revealed new products for both planting and spraying at the PTx Winter Conference at the company’s headquarters in Tremont.The 2026 PTx Winter conference, which runs through Friday, January 23, will showcase the latest in agronomy, technology, and economic research from PTx, the parent company of the Precision Planting and PTx Trimble brands. “Providing farmers with new trial results, the latest in technology research, and
  
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• INEDA Past Chairman Jay Funke Testifies Before Senate on Ag Dealers and Rural Economy

  22-01-2026 19:07 via farms.com
  Jay Funke, Past Chairman of the Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association (INEDA) and co-owner of Del-Clay Farm Equipment, testified before the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, sharing firsthand insight into the challenges facing agricultural businesses, equipment dealers, and rural communities.Funke’s testimony drew on more than four decades of experience as an ag equipment dealer, farmer, and rural business leader. He addressed declining farm income, reduced equ
  
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• AAFC cutting 665 positions

  22-01-2026 15:29 via farms.com
  The cuts are part of the prime minister’s promise to reduce the public service
  
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• Man. John Deere dealerships merging

  22-01-2026 15:27 via farms.com
  Greenvalley Equipment and Enns Brothers will merge this April
  
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• Made in America: FCC decision sparks scramble to localize ag spray drone production

  22-01-2026 13:54 via farms.com
  On December 22, the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) sent shockwaves through the US drone market, adding not just market leader DJI, but all new foreign made drones and critical components to the covered list of communications equipment and services “deemed to pose an unacceptable risk” to national security.In an instant, this cut off FCC authorization for any new drone models—or essential components such as motors, flight controllers, navigation systems, and batterie
  
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• US fleets ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2026 but in no rush to order equipment

  22-01-2026 13:51 via farms.com
  If the mood among fleets at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue the past two years was “uncertainty,” this year it has shifted to “cautious optimism.”“Last year, we had one outstanding week in all of 2025,” said James Burg, president and CEO of Michigan-based flatdeck hauler James Burg Trucking. “We have had two of those weeks so far in January, so I think the momentum is there.”James Burg Trucking still has trucks parked against the fence, and Burg sa
  
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• Canada And Ontario Investing $20 Million To Protect Local Farmers And Agribusinesses

  22-01-2026 13:48 via farms.com
  The governments of Canada and Ontario announced they are investing up to $20 million through the new Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative to help farmers, food processors and agribusinesses sell more Ontario grown products around the world.Officials say the Initiative will fund a variety of projects to increase competitiveness for farmers and agribusinesses and support their expansion into new and international markets as part of the provincial government’s plan to protec
  
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• Northern BC canola farmers remain cautious as Chinese tariffs set to ease

  22-01-2026 13:47 via farms.com
  Canola farmers and business leaders in northeast B.C. are welcoming the expected relief from easing Chinese tariffs, but say the industry still faces uncertainty going into this year’s growing season.“A deal doesn’t mean a sale,” said Les Willms, who grows between 1,300 and 1,500 acres of canola each year at his family farm in Rose Prairie, north of Fort St. John, B.C.Like many farmers in the Peace region, Willms is watching closely to see whether a new deal announced las
  
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• Carney's Canada-China deals are the product of months of diplomatic hustle

  22-01-2026 13:43 via farms.com
  The agreements Prime Minister Mark Carney brokered over the two days of his Beijing visit are the result of months of diplomatic work and cultural knowledge, international relations experts say.Carleton University international affairs professor Fen Osler Hampson said Carney "would have not gotten on the plane" without knowing first he had "something big, some big bacon to bring back home.""The team supporting the ambassador would have definitely been working overtime on this one."On Friday, Car
  
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• Province celebrates evolution of agriculture at 49th annual Ag Days

  22-01-2026 13:39 via farms.com
  The Manitoba government is welcoming thousands of producers, manufacturers, processors and retailers from across Canada, the United States and internationally to celebrate the evolution of agriculture at the 49th Annual Manitoba Ag Days, taking place this week at the Keystone Centre in Brandon.“Manitoba farmers and agri-businesses are innovators who continue to adapt to challenges such as climate variability and market fluctuations,” said Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn. “Ag
  
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• Did India’s 30% pulses tariff hit America where it hurts? US farmers may lose millions - here’s why

  22-01-2026 13:38 via farms.com
  In a move that underscores the escalating trade tensions, India imposed a 30% import duty on pulses from the United States starting November 1, 2025. This tariff, announced quietly in late October 2025, targets key American exports such as yellow peas, lentils, chickpeas, and dried beans. As the world's largest consumer of pulses—accounting for approximately 27% of global demand—India represents a critical market for US producers.The decision is widely interpreted as retaliation agai
  
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• North America Agricultural Machinery Market Report 2026-2031: Robust Farm-Income Outlook and Subsidy Programs

  22-01-2026 13:37 via farms.com
  The "North America Agricultural Machinery - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2026-2031)" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The North America agricultural machinery market is projected to expand from USD 54.3 billion in 2025 to USD 57.5 billion in 2026, estimated to reach USD 76.57 billion by 2031, reflecting a 5.9% CAGR over 2026-2031. This growth trajectory highlights the ongoing demand for mechanization despite financial challenges li
  
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• Ontario Supports Farmers Through 4R Nutrient Program

  22-01-2026 12:53 via farms.com
  Ontario farm organizations and government renew the 4R Nutrient Stewardship agreement to expand sustainable nutrient practices that protect soil and water while supporting profitable and resilient farms.
  
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• Ammonia Levels in Poultry Houses - Why Monitoring Matters

  22-01-2026 12:38 via farms.com
  Strong ammonia odors signal unsafe poultry house conditions, as high levels harm bird health, reduce growth, and require careful monitoring, litter control, and ventilation.
  
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• SVG Ventures Invests in Smart Potato Storage

  22-01-2026 11:09 via farms.com
  SVG Ventures invested in Cellar Insights to scale smart potato storage monitoring technology that helps growers reduce losses, protect quality and improve storage decisions across North America.
  
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• Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announce satellite-based insurance available under the 2026 Crop Insurance Program

  22-01-2026 10:56 via farms.com
  Today, Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced enhanced business risk management support for the livestock sector.For 2026, Satellite Forage Insurance is replacing the Forage Rainfall Insurance Program (FRIP). FRIP is no longer available and all existing FRIP customers will be automatically enrolled in Satellite Forage Insurance.Satellite Forage Insurance provides coverage when there is a shortage of soil moisture. It
  
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• Manitoba Government Celebrates Evolution of Agriculture at the 49th Annual Ag Days in Brandon

  22-01-2026 10:52 via farms.com
  The Manitoba government is welcoming thousands of producers, manufacturers, processors and retailers from across Canada, the United States and internationally to celebrate the evolution of agriculture at the 49th Annual Manitoba Ag Days, taking place this week at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.“Manitoba farmers and agri-businesses are innovators who continue to adapt to challenges such as climate variability and market fluctuations,&rdquo
  
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• On One-Year Anniversary of President Trump’s Second Term, Secretary Rollins Signs Commissions for Senate-Confirmed USDA Leadership

  22-01-2026 10:45 via farms.com
  U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today signed the official commissions of all Senate-confirmed officials serving at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), marking one year since the start of President Trump’s historic second term in office.“One year into President Trump’s second term, we have assembled a results-driven team that is fully committed to putting farmers and ranchers first, strengthening our national security through agriculture, restoring common
  
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• CBP ag specialists intercept khapra beetle remains

  21-01-2026 15:20 via farms.com
  This insect is considered one of the world’s most destructive grain pests
  
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• New animal welfare agency in Saskatchewan

  21-01-2026 14:19 via farms.com
  Saskatchewanians with concerns about pets and animals will have a new point of contact beginning April 1
  
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• Corteva bringing Telbek PRO fungicide to Canadian wheat growers

  21-01-2026 14:15 via farms.com
  The product is the first Group 21 fungicide in cereals
  
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• ODA accepting 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer nominations

  21-01-2026 13:24 via farms.com
  The Oregon Department of Agriculture is joining partners at all levels in celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, according to a recent news release.. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, the IYWF highlights a global commitment to empowering and recognizing women in agriculture.“Help us celebrate Oregon women in agriculture,” said ODA Director Lisa Charpilloz Hanson in the release. “Share stories about their inspiration, the challenge
  
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• Advancing small business in rural Eastern Ontario

  21-01-2026 13:21 via farms.com
  Eastern Ontario is fortunate to have not-for-profit organizations that are dedicated to helping small, rural businesses grow through financial support, guidance and strategic planning. Assistance can be found through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) for funding support for job creation and investment, as well as through the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to support skilled trades advancement, training, apprenticeships and provincial empl
  
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• Farmers provide ‘on the job training’ for Ontario agriculture minister

  21-01-2026 13:20 via farms.com
  Trevor Jones is coming up on his first year as Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and says the job has been a humbling learning experience.Since taking on the portfolio in March, Jones said he’s visited people on farms in communities across Ontario, at dinner tables, in stables and barns.Beginning his career with the Ontario Provincial Police, Jones later took on an executive role in the fresh food industry.Although he didn’t grow up on a farm, Jones said farmers
  
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• Funds meant as hand-up to farming, agriculture

  21-01-2026 13:18 via farms.com
  Ontario farmers and agriculture-based businesses looking to bite into a chunk of $20 million in provincial and federal funds can start submitting applications at the end of next month.The funds, for enhancing or expanding existing operations, intend to give qualified recipients a hand-up "in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty," a provincial news release said on Tuesday.Applications to the Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative can be made between Feb. 17 and March 17."T
  
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• Canada-China Trade Developments Bring Cautious Optimism for Alberta Farmers

  21-01-2026 11:55 via farms.com
  Renewed engagement between Canada and China is being welcomed by farm groups and exporters, with Alberta farmers watching closely for signs that long-running trade disruptions may finally ease — particularly for canola seed and meal.The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) says recent progress marks an important first step toward restoring stability and predictability in the Canada-China trading relationship, after years of uncertainty that have complicated marketing decisions and add
  
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• Government Funding to Help Expand Global Sales of Ontario Products

  21-01-2026 11:51 via farms.com
  The federal and Ontario governments are investing up to $20 million in a new initiative aimed at helping farmers, food processors and agribusinesses expand sales of Ontario-grown products in global markets. Announced Tuesday, the funding will be delivered through the newly launched Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative, designed to strengthen competitiveness across Ontario’s agri-food sector and reduce exposure to trade disruptions, tariffs and ongoing economic uncertainty
  
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• Canadian Beef Headed Back to China after Near Five-Year Hiatus

  21-01-2026 11:50 via farms.com
  It appears Canadian beef is headed back to China after years of being shut out, following a new trade agreement between Ottawa and Beijing aimed at easing tariffs and restoring market access for several key agricultural products. According to Canadian Press report Tuesday. Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald said he’s aware of a Canadian company shipping its first load of beef to China next week under the new agreement. China has also reportedly purchased a cargo of Canadian canol
  
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