Two separate farms submitted potatoes they suspected to be infected, which was confirmed in October by the CFIA. As a result, seed potato shipments to the U.S. have been temporarily suspended.» Read more...
The recent confirmation of potato wart in two P.E.I. fields resulted in the CFIA suspending seed potato exports to the U.S. The U.S. has decided to close their borders to fresh potato shipments from the Island, too.» Read more...
This event recognizes outstanding Canadian farm couples between 18 and 39 years of age who have exemplified excellence in their profession while fostering better urban-rural relations.» Read more...
Crystal Mackay is a communications guru with a long-spanning career in agriculture, beginning with the Ontario Farm Animal Council before founding Farm and Food Care and the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity. Mackay, together with Maggie Van Camp, launched Loft32 in 2019 as a means of creating more connections between producers, consumers and the greater ag industry.» Read more...