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CFIA Seeking Help With Fighting Foot-And-Mouth Disease

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is challenging small businesses to develop a computer model that will help determine which vaccination strain would be most successful at preventing and controlling foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks in livestock.
 
Through the Innovative Solutions Canada program, government departments are inviting small businesses to propose a new innovative solution that addresses a specific challenge they face.
 
Successful small businesses may receive up to $150,000 to refine their research and development and could, if accepted into phase 2, receive up to $1 million to develop a working prototype.
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Georgia Farm Bureau Unites County Leaders to Strengthen Agriculture Advocacy

Video: Georgia Farm Bureau Unites County Leaders to Strengthen Agriculture Advocacy

The Georgia Farm Bureau recently gathered over 150 county presidents for an event focused on grassroots leadership, advocacy, and collaboration. With agriculture policies starting at the local level, this meeting provided a platform for leaders to share ideas, engage in advocacy training, and ensure a unified voice for Georgia’s farming community. Experts like Tom McCall, Amelia Junod, and Austin Large emphasize the importance of political engagement, consistent messaging, and strengthening connections with legislators. Watch to learn how these leaders are shaping the future of agriculture in Georgia!