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February 2024 Issue – See All

Views, Considerations & Unknowns for 2024

With 2024 upon us, the agriculture trade show and seminar season is now in full swing.

The world is not enough

Wanting to do their part in reducing global GHG emissions, Canadian farmers still can’t catch a break from federal tax fees. But what’s going on around the world?

CN expands its central US reach

Canadian National has agreed to purchase the agricultural Iowa Northern Railway.

5 agricultural technology trends to watch in 2024

As more Canadian farmers are accepting of new technologies over ye olde tried and true, look at some ways more AgTech can improve the sector’s lot.

Show your mature workforce the love they deserve

Learn how the top employers support the ever-evolving needs of their employees through their changing career phases.

The world of seed technology: things to know for 2024

With science changing along with the seasons, we look at the world of seed technology, offering a forecast.

Increasing your company’s brand reputation

A well-thought-out brand marketing campaign will help you grow and promote your brand.

The current state of global agricultural testing

Using just-in-time technology to thwart the spread of pathogenic disease in ag.

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CAAR welcomes Nikeisha to the team!

CAAR is delighted to welcome Nikeisha Paul-Hunnighan to the Marketing, Communications & Event Management role with the association. Nikeisha has a variety of experiences centered on creative strategy, content creation, editing, brand messaging, and event management. Most recently she worked as a content marketing strategist with Globe Property Management. Nikeisha has a Bachelor of Arts in English and Gender Studies from the University of Manitoba, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations and Communications from Humber College. Please join us in welcoming Nikeisha.

U of Manitoba CAAR Agronomy Award Winner Announced

CAAR annually presents an Agronomy Award of $1,000 to a deserving agriculture student at the University of Manitoba. Congratulations to Kevin Jungbluth on winning this award. Jungbluth was also awarded the Governor General’s Bronze Medal for Highest Standing in the Two-Year Diploma Program.

2023 CAAR Conference and Tradeshow

The 2023 CAAR Conference and Tradeshow will be hosted at the Westin Edmonton in Alberta February 7 to 9, 2023. It will be great to meet in person and see one another again. Join us to stay up to date on what’s important, and to help you develop strategies to support the health of your business, the ag retail industry, and the agriculture industry overall. We invite all ag retailers from across Canada to join us.

The 2023 CAAR Conference presentations will include a look at the state of Canadian Retail Businesses, Fertilizer Outlook, Carbon Market Opportunities to name just a few. Attendees can earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through registering and attending our event, more details will be released about how to sign up and claim your credits. Exhibitor and sponsor opportunities are also available. Contact Lady Gabilo at 204-989-9304 for more information.

2023 CAAR Retailer Hall of Fame Awards

Do you know someone who stood out and has made the extra effort for the ag retail industry? Someone who should be nominated for the Retailer Hall of Fame award? The Retailer Hall of Fame award recognizes an individual who has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance over time in serving his or her customers, industry, and association. Your nominations can be made on the CAAR website. If anyone has any questions about the CAAR award nomination process, please contact Lady Gabilo at 204-989-9304.

Agronomist of the Year Award

Do you know an Agronomist who consistently exceeds expectations through dedication to their field and their agronomic knowledge? Nominate your Agronomist for the Agronomist of the Year Award. In addition to being recognized as a leader in the ag retail industry, the winning individual receives an award plaque to display at their office, $1,000 prize, a one-page article featured in the CAAR Communicator and CAAR Network, and is also inducted into the CAAR Awards honour roll. Nominations can be made on the CAAR website. If you have any questions about the CAAR award nomination process, please contact Lady Gabilo at 204-989-9304.

Support CAAR Pro-Ag Investments Auction

The CAAR Pro-Ag Investments Auction will be held during the 2023 CAAR conference and online. The Pro-Ag Investment’s Auction is CAAR’s only fundraiser, contributing up to 10 per cent of the association’s annual revenue. Proceeds from the auction directly support CAAR’s advocacy activities, support of industry initiatives, agricultural scholarships, upgrades to existing programs and services and the development of new ones. Show your support by donating an item for the auction.

If you are interested in donating product to the CAAR Pro-Ag Investments Auction, please contact Mitch Rezansoff at 204-989-9303.

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