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The Communicator

August 2023 Issue – See All

Canada dry—and not the good kind

A not-so-refreshing look at the drought conditions affecting most Canadian farming sectors.

Breeding better cows to reduce GHG emissions

A new project to breed low-methane burping cows will reduce GHG emissions without affecting milk production.

How green are rail customers?

Rail transport is quick and easy, but CN’s new tool tells you how to calculate its GHG emissions.

Bills, bills, bills

A look at recent Canadian bills and their effect on the ag industry.

Acting locally, thinking globally

The strike affecting BC ports could have global ramifications.

BC port strike. Does anyone truly benefit in the long run?

As of July 1, 2023, more than 7,000 port workers across British Columbia went on strike.

The Benefits of Flexible Work

Embracing flexibility in the agricultural retail industry will create a better work environment.

The pros and cons of transporting

A look at the four primary modes of transportation—their pluses and minuses.

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Western Canada fertilizer distributor Nexus Ag Business Inc. has been acquired by Univar Canada Ltd.

Farm at Hand has announced this week that co-founders Kim Keller and Himanshu Singh will be leaving the company.

Maclean's has posted an article exploring the importance of taking a fair-handed look at GMOs, and the reasons why agriculture relies on them.

Not all countries set import Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) at the same time or at all. This may pose a trade risk. That’s why it’s wise to take steps to address concerns in key export markets.

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) has officially launched. This year's theme is Keeping Kids Safe.

Ag More Than Ever has shared a new video that encourages everyone in the agriculture community to tell their story about how Canadian food is made.