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| Thursday, August 19, 2010 - Farm Leadership Council Delegates Endorse New Direction - - Full Story > |
| Friday, August 6, 2010 - Cattle and Pork Producers Have More Time to Repay Cash Advances - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, August 3, 2010 - Saskatchewan Premier Announces Improvements To Provincial Disaster Assistance Program - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, July 29, 2010 - Government of Canada Investing in Alberta Barley Farmers - - Full Story > |
| Monday, July 19, 2010 - AgriInvest Deposits Now Accepted At Financial Institutions - - Full Story > |
| Friday, July 16, 2010 - Government of Canada Working to Create New Opportunities for Mustard Seed Producers - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - Government of Canada invests to support Canadian pulse and special crops - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - Government of Canada Invests in Research on Winter Wheat - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, July 8, 2010 - Governments Act To Help Prairie Farmers Restore Cropland - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, July 8, 2010 - Agriculture Ministers Drive Growth through Innovation, Trade and Effective Programming - - Full Story > |
| Monday, July 5, 2010 - Minister Ritz Back in China Advancing Beef Access Deal and Boosting Sales for Wheat Farmers - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - Canada Secures Extension for Canola Exports to China - - Full Story > |
| Friday, June 11, 2010 - Governments of Canada and Manitoba Investing in Pulp & Paper Innovation - - Full Story > |
| Monday, May 31, 2010 - AgriRecovery aids livestock producers facing drought - - Full Story > |
| Monday, May 31, 2010 - A Website Section and a National Future Farmers Network: Government of Canada in Action for the Future of Farming - - Full Story > |
| Friday, May 28, 2010 - Government of Canada Invests in Leaders of Tomorrow - - Full Story > |
| Friday, May 21, 2010 - Major Flax Straw Processing Plant Expansion Supported by Federal and Provincial Governments - - Full Story > |
| Friday, May 14, 2010 - Government of Canada Invests to Give Canadian Pork a Competitive Edge - - Full Story > |
| Friday, May 14, 2010 - Government of Canada invests in Global Opportunities for Canadian crops - - Full Story > |
| Friday, April 30, 2010 - Canada's Economic Action Plan Investing in Manitoba Red Meat Industry - - Full Story > |
| Monday, April 19, 2010 - Minister Blackburn Meets with the Canadian Food Processing Industry to Secure Growth and Competitiveness - - Full Story > |
| Friday, April 16, 2010 - Canada's Economic Action Plan Invests in Manitoba's Hog Industry - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, April 15, 2010 - Canada Makes Historic Progress on Agriculture Partnerships in China - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, April 15, 2010 - AG Critic's GM Seed Bill Passes Second Reading - - Full Story > |
| Friday, April 9, 2010 - Canada's Economic Action Plan Improves Agricultural Research Facilities - - Full Story > |
| Friday, April 9, 2010 - Canada Welcomes Resumption of Cattle Exports to Colombia - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, April 8, 2010 - Government of Canada Investing in Traceability of Cervid Industry - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, April 8, 2010 - Government of Canada Helping to Grow Market Opportunities for Pulses - - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - Government of Canada Creates New Market Opportunities for Saskatchewan Mustard Producers - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, April 6, 2010 - Government of Canada and Province of Manitoba Announce Investment in the Agricultural Sector in Gilbert Plains - - Full Story > |
| Friday, April 2, 2010 - Government of Canada Invests in Food Safety for Food Banks - Prime Minister thanks Calgary food bank volunteers for their efforts over Easter Weekend - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - BUYER AWARE III: UNDERSTANDING AND ENGAGING CONSUMERS AND MARKETS IN AGRI-FOOD - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - The Government of Canada announces an important Investment for the Future of Agriculture - - Full Story > |
| Friday, February 12, 2010 - Government of Canada Invests in Flax Industry Innovation - - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - Government of Canada Promotes Canadian Food to the World at Olympic Breakfast - - Full Story > |
| Tuesday, May 5, 2009 - Secretary Vilsack and Minister Ritz Re-affirm Support for Pork Industry - - Full Story > |
| Monday, May 4, 2009 - Proposed Improvements to Loans Act will give Farmers better access to Credit - - Full Story > |
| Friday, May 1, 2009 - Manitoba Farmers in Flood-Affected Areas have more time for AgriStability - - Full Story > |
| Monday, April 6, 2009 - Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Launch Growing Forward programs for Producers - - Full Story > |
| Saturday, March 28, 2009 - Succession in Farming - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, March 19, 2009 - Government of Canada will Boost Bottom Line for Farmers by Investing in Pulse Industry - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, March 19, 2009 - Government of Canada help Farmers by Investing in Biodiesel Research - - Full Story > |
| Friday, March 13, 2009 - Farm Leadership Council holds Annual Meeting and Conference On March 12 and 13, 2009, the Farm Leadership Council (FLC) held its annual meeting and conference “Bridging Risk To Opportunity” in Regina, SK. The event, which brought over 200 producers from across the Prairies, explored the financial, environmental and human resource risks for western Canadian farmers. The conference was partially sponsored by the Advancing Canadian Agriculture and Agri-Food SK (ACAAFS) Program, through the Agriculture Council of Saskatchewan (ACS). “Given the volatility of the markets in 2008, this conference really focused on how we can best manage these risks,” said FLC chairman Wayne Truman. “All producers are looking for ways to manage risks for the coming crop year as they make production and marketing decisions, and integrate profitable innovations and long-term planning into their farm operations.” Keynote speakers included Jay Parsons and Jeffrey Tranel, Colorado State University, RightRisk Team, who gave an overview of whole farm risk management and tools that can be used to assess what level of risk is right for each producer. Mayo Schmidt, CEO Viterra touched on the challenges and opportunities the industry is facing and provided an overview of global fundamentals that are creating strong long-term demand for Western Canada’s agricultural commodities. Dave Reimann, Informa Economics, provided a grain marketing overview on cereals, oilseeds and specialty crops and Dr. Tim Ball, renowned environmental consultant outlined environmental issues that are influencing the agricultural industry and noted that farmers have done a good job of adapting. Dr. Ball stressed the importance of food production, “There are no farms in the cities, but no cities without farms.” Brent VanKoughnet, Agri Skills Inc; Kris Mayerle, 2008 Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmer; and Keith LePoudre, First Nations Agricultural Council of Saskatchewan discussed human resource issues, best practices and offered suggestions to the audience about training, finding and keeping employees. Mr. Maury Harvey also provided an over view of AAFC risk management suite of programs. Friday, Jay Parsons and Jeffrey Tranel led the group through a full day risk workshop, providing a number of practical tools that can use on their farms. The FLC Board of Directors re-elected Mr. Wayne Truman from Weyburn membership area as Chairman of the Board for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. The Board also elected Mr. Randy Penner from Winnipeg area as Vice-Chair and Mr. John Bumbac from Moose Jaw area as the Executive member. Other directors elected to the Board in the following areas are: Wayne Husak, Brandon; Earl Campbell, Kindersley; Harj Hari, Lethbridge; Cecil Opheim, Melfort; Terry Oleksyn, North Battleford; Wayne Anderson, Raymore; Gary Hanson, Saskatoon; Ted Sells, Swift Current; Dave Rainforth (acting), Trochu; Eric Gutsch, Vermilion; Trent Crow, Yorkton; Ed Gaudet, Edmonton and Gilbert Owens, Peace River. The Board of Directors will lead the organization to fulfill its vision of “Improving the Business of Farming.” FLC is a producer led organization whose focus is on providing educational training opportunities to help producers maximize the value of their operations. It supports producer innovation and leadership in prairie communities through professional development initiatives. Click here to view attachment < Hide Story |
| Monday, December 8, 2008 - Farmers make their voices heard in CWB director elections - - Full Story > |
| Friday, December 5, 2008 - APAS Representatives unite around policy and process - - Full Story > |
| Monday, November 10, 2008 - Leaders in Growth Delegate Workshop - Leaders In Growth workshop November 19th and 20th, 2008 available to all delegates and others by special invite. - Full Story > |
| Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Workshops help producers improve skills - DAILY ENEWS FROM AGRI-TRADEWorkshops help producers improve skills 11/6/2008 By Lee Hart (Grainews) - Full Story > |
| Thursday, October 30, 2008 - New Federal Cabinet - Prime Minister Stephen Harper today appointed a new federal Cabinet charged with protecting Canadians in a time of increasing global economic instability. - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, August 20, 2008 - GOVERNMENT OF CANADA INVESTS OVER $258K IN ORGANIC FARMING - The Government of Canada is providing organic farmers with the support they need to tap into new and locally-based markets. This Government continues to support the organic industry. . . - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, August 6, 2008 - Amendments to the Seeds Regulations - Amendments to the Seeds Regulations as published in the Canada Gazette, Part II on August 6, 2008... - Full Story > |
| Wednesday, May 21, 2008 - President Calls Bill a Tax Increase on Regular Americans - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, May 15, 2008 - House Passes Farm Bill by a Veto-Proof Margin - - Full Story > |
| Thursday, May 15, 2008 - Final Senate Vote on Farm Bill is Veto Proof - - Full Story > |
