Lactalis Canada is the first supplier member. Empire Company Limited is the first retailer member.
- The updated edition reflects current regulatory requirements and latest science on best management practices, includes links to new tools and new areas of focus such as biodiversity and farming in a changing climate.
- The Western Agriculture Labour Initiative reports that the Government of Canada will require employers to provide proof of advertising when submitting a Labour Market Impact Assessment application starting January 1, 2026.
- Thanks to the Do More Agriculture Foundation, mental health supports are available to growers across the country. Events are scheduled on an ongoing basis.
- Due to shifting global trade and rising import demand, the USDA now forecasts the fiscal year 2025 deficit in agricultural trade to rise to approximately $49.5 billion. Fruit exports are down $12.09 billion (14%). Vegetable exports are down $4.79…