The spectre of InVigor Gold loomed large over mustard industry meetings in Saskatoon this month as farmers and processors addressed the threat of the new canola hybrid.
Mustard industry works to stop InVigorGold
Growers and processors say the threat of GMO contamination from BASF’s proposed canola hybrid variety is real
Canadian Food Inspection Agency hit by job cuts
The union representing most of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency staff warned of potential food safety concerns after workers learned of coming job cuts.
SaskOilseeds welcomes massive cut to Chinese canola tariffs
SaskOilseeds calls the announcement after the prime minister’s visit to Beijing positive
SaskOilseeds says farmers are relieved tariff reductions on canola seed are coming by March 1.
Saskatchewan rural municipalities cautiously optimistic on China deal
Saskatchewan rural municipalities say the Canada-China tariff progress is an important step toward restoring predictable market access.
Progress in China pleases Saskatchewan premier
Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe says prime minister Mark Carney’s engagement with China has alleviated some of the challenges the province’s agriculture sector faces.
APAS applauds China progress; wants action on canola oil, pork
Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan applauds agreement between Canada and China to reduce tariffs and trade barriers.
Grain Growers urge government to keep agriculture at the fore following China deal
Grain Growers of Canada says restoring predictability and market access in Canada’s second largest grain market is welcome news.
Resignation of Saskatchewan wheat breeder draws concern
Stakeholders say they hope the government will replace wheat breeder Richard Cuthbert, who has resigned effective the end of this month.
Cattle traceability regulations on hold, for now
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it will hold off on posting new traceability regulations for now.
No new traceability regulations implemented says Canadian Cattle Association
The national and provincial cattle organizations recently took to social media to reassure producers concerned about proposed traceability regulations.
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