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Source: NSDNR
Telling neighbours when major work will be starting next door is common courtesy. That is the rationale behind new guidelines released today, Nov. 13, to help prospectors and mineral exploration companies be good neighbours in the communities where they operate. "It's important that prospectors and exploration companies... (read more)
Source: NSFA
With three short weeks left until the 118th Annual General Meeting and Trade Show for NSFA, we are finalizing details and the meeting agenda. Please be reminded that any resolutions and reports need to be into the NSFA office by November 15 in order to be a part of the Annual Meeting book. This past week, you should... (read more)
Source: The Chronicle Herald
A revamped apple business has a new shine thanks to new features added in its first year. J. W. Mason and Sons (2013) Ltd. offered a weekend U-pick retail outlet at its Windsor Back Road location. Farm manager Bryon Wells was pleased with the roughly $40,000 in revenue that resulted. “We went into it quickly... (read more)
Source: NPR
For food producers who sell directly to consumers, credit cards are both a blessing and a curse. They're a way to do business with cashless customers, but three percent of every credit card sale is usually charged to the farmer as a transaction fee. That adds up in a high-volume, low-profit business like agriculture. The extra... (read more)
Source: ThinkFarm
The Bethany Garden Apprenticeship Program is a unique opportunity for someone to have access to land, resources, and experienced mentors as they start small-scale gardening. This program offers a garden with tools; a hoop house; a walking tractor and implements; water for irrigation and produce washing; and... (read more)
Source: 4-H Canada
The Chrysler Foundation has teamed up with 4-H Canada to sponsor 100 scholarships valued at $1,000 each for 4-H members across Canada. 4-H scholarships provide opportunities for Canadian youth to further their education and expand their knowledge in support of the agriculture industry. Members also have... (read more)
Source: NPR
In a barn outside Manhattan, Kan., researchers from Kansas State University are trying to solve the riddle of bovine respiratory disease. They're sticking plastic rods down the noses of 6-month old calves, collecting samples of bacteria. "This bacteria, Mannheima hoemolytica, lives in most cattle," explains one of the research... (read more)
Source: Select Nova Scotia
Nova Scotians can enjoy locally grown and produced food right from the... truck. Select Nova Scotia is sponsoring a food truck rally in Wolfville on Thursday, Nov. 14. The Food Wolf, Tin Pan Alley and Nomad Gourmet will all participate in the rally taking place 6 pm to 9 pm in the town centre parking lot. The rally is a part... (read more)
Source: New York Times
The Food and Drug Administration proposed measures on Thursday that would all but eliminate artery-clogging, artificial trans fats from the food supply, the culmination of three decades of effort by public health advocates to get the government to take action against them. Artificial trans fats — a major contributor to heart... (read more)
Source: BBC
The world is facing a wine shortage, with global consumer demand already significantly outstripping supply, a report has warned. The research by America's Morgan Stanley financial services firm says demand for wine "exceeded supply by 300m cases in 2012." It describes this as "the deepest shortfall in over 40 years of (read more...)
Source: AgWeb
There is nothing preventing a northwest Missouri horse slaughter plant from opening, a lawyer for the facility's operator said Monday, despite a host of legal challenges and a question about the facility's wastewater disposal permits. A federal judge in New Mexico last week cleared the way for equine slaughterhouses to resume (read more...)
Source: Ontario Farmer
First it was Tyson, then JBS USA and National Beef Packing and now Cargill has announced it’s going to stop feeding Zilmax on its feedlots and buying from farmers who feed the growth-promoting additive. “Cargill will not use it until we are 100 percent confident the animal welfare issues are resolved, plus we will (read more...)
Source: Rodale News
In a major move announced in September, Walmart will soon start kicking toxic chemicals to the curb. At the company's annual Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting, Walmart officials announced that the chain is launching a chemicals reform policy that will require manufacturers of household cleaners, cosmetics, and personal care (read more...)
Source: NSFA
Today, Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil, announced his new cabinet. As the Federation of Agriculture waited for the announcement of a new Minister of Agriculture, we reflected on the Liberals promise to make agriculture a viable and sustainable industry. With the announcement of Keith Colwell as the Minister of Agriculture, it shows commitment of the government to (Read more...)
Source: The Gourmet Retailer
Consumer interest in gluten-free foods continues to rise, and according to recent research from Mintel, it’s not just those who suffer from a gluten allergy who stock their pantries with these wheat-free products. The gluten-free food and beverage industry is forecasted to reach $10.5 billion this year, after surging 44 percent from 2011-2013. While the incidence of celiac disease (Read more...)
Source: ACORN
Thinking about attending the ACORN conference? ACORN has set aside a number of rooms at The Delta Beausejour (downtown Moncton). The discounted rate of $119/night available to ACORN Conference attendees will expire Oct. 24! We encourage all of you who require accommodation at the conference to take advantage of this great opportunity (a great rate for (Read more...)
Source: Trust.org
Sacred forests, which have mainly been protected by indigenous communities following traditional beliefs, are among the few remaining forest ecosystems that have been spared by loggers, but they are increasingly under threat, scientists warn. “Evidence has shown that many people, including loggers, have for years respected, or have been afraid of going against some (Read more...)
Source: The Salt
Chicken nuggets: Call 'em tasty, call 'em crunchy, call 'em quick and convenient. But maybe you shouldn't call them "chicken." So says Dr. Richard deShazo, a professor of pediatrics and medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In a research note published in The American Journal of Medicine, deShazo and his colleagues report on a small test they conducted to find out just what's inside that finger food particularly beloved by children. Their conclusion? "Our sampling shows that some commercially (Read more...)
Source: CBC
Two premiers on the East Coast say they're pleased with a new trade deal between Canada and the European Union that should open the door to unrestricted trade with one of the world's largest economies. New Brunswick Premier David Alward said the agreement could benefit the seafood and forestry industries in his province, but he has concerns about the possible impact on the pharmaceutical and prescription drug sectors. "Overall, we feel positive if you look at the opportunities for Canadian companies and (Read more...)
Source: NSFA
Following the announcement confirming Canada's agreement with the European Union under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) notes the market opportunities for Canadian agricultural exporters, but is disappointed the Government did not respect its balanced trade position and reach an agreement without seriously impacting Canada's cheese industry. "We have always supported trade agreements that provide real market access increases, but never at the (Read more...)
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