Agriculture Roundup for Thursday September 1, 2022

Sep 01, 2022

MELFORT, Sask. – Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) has three recommendations to improve Canada’s fertilizer emission reduction targets.

GGC Chair Andre Harpe said the ag sector knows nitrogen fertilizer is essential to the success of individual farm operations and the Canadian economy

The group recommended targeting reductions in intensity relative to production, rather than an absolute reduction.

It also wants to see more discussion on data gaps to ensure the baseline reflects usage patterns and accurately measures emissions.

GGC also said it wants existing best management practices like 4R Nutrient Stewardship, incorporated into the National Inventory Report.

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Video: CEOs of the Industry, A Conversation with Daniel Rivest, President & CEO, Olymel

Swine Web’s CEOs of the Industry series welcomes Daniel Rivest, President & CEO of Olymel, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, the future of Canadian pork, and the opportunities ahead for one of North America’s largest pork and poultry processors.

Rivest discusses his journey to the CEO role, his leadership philosophy, and his early priorities at Olymel. The conversation explores the company’s strategic direction, its relationships with producers, and how Olymel is positioning itself for long-term growth and competitiveness.

The discussion also tackles some of the biggest issues facing Canadian pork production today, including labor availability, global competition, animal health, trade and export markets, automation, and the growing potential of artificial intelligence throughout the food production system.

Topics include:

• Daniel Rivest’s path to becoming President & CEO of Olymel

• Olymel’s current position and strategic direction

• The outlook for Canadian pork production

• Building stronger relationships with producers

• Global trade and key export markets

• Automation, innovation and artificial intelligence

• Leadership lessons and opportunities for the next generation

The conversation concludes with a Fast Five, giving viewers a more personal look at Rivest’s leadership approach and his vision for Olymel’s future.