Not as perfectly situated Paid Members Public
Have you ever wondered what would happen if we had true worldwide free trade in agricultural commodities?
Microwaveable bacon Paid Members Public
While I would not suggest anyone trust a post on social media as fact without delving into the statement further with some research, there are times something gets posted that is at least worth a moment’s pause to consider.
Problems we know exist Paid Members Public
Monday, (April 22) was Earth Day. Sadly, I suspect very few were aware, and fewer still gave the significance of the day much serious thought.
Simply testament Paid Members Public
Certain topics in agriculture have tended to dominate farm media – this column included – over the years.
Weirdly interesting Paid Members Public
Sometimes when you are reading a news story, you still find yourself practically laughing out loud
Utilize fringe land acres Paid Members Public
If you are in the agriculture sector, you have no doubt heard or read about cows being an environmental villain because they pass gas – a significant amount, admittedly.
An unanswerable question Paid Members Public
In the world of technology, five years can be enough time for huge leaps forward
Ignored until very recently Paid Members Public
When you farm in east central Saskatchewan any news regarding the Port of Churchill has to be of interest.
Perhaps the only wilder card Paid Members Public
International tensions are nothing new, but at present we do seem to be inching ever closer to crossing a line we may not be able to edge away from that could tumble the world back into a widespread war.
What they will retire on Paid Members Public
Farmland is an interesting commodity to be sure. On one hand the farm community sees land as almost a sacred resource for the production of crops and livestock.
Impediments to what should be free Paid Members Public
When you are an agricultural producer in Canada, you will generally be reliant on export sales.
Requisite skills Paid Members Public
There are a number of visions for the future of farming, none likely to be completely right, but one aspect that will be part of that future is autonomous technology. One increasing barrier to farming is finding staff.
No overarching policy Paid Members Public
When you have been writing in the agriculture field for well over three decades, you are rather aware that the issue of wetlands and whether farmers should be able to drain them is a long-standing issue that is often rather divisive as well.
Raising Earthworms: from protein-rich snacks to soil super-food Paid Members Public
If you are in the mood to stir the pot on social media, post about the idea of turning to bugs and insects for human food. Now, I'm not suggesting a plate of deep-fried crickets would top my snack list – but some dried grasshoppers in chili powder were certainly not the worst thing I've eaten.
Pure convenience Paid Members Public
In the past, I have written about the importance of wetlands, acknowledging that farmers probably should not be expected to carry the cost of preserving such areas.
Interesting dichotomy Paid Members Public
Last week, I wrote about the positives of public investment in agriculture research.