Canada makes Rural Immigration Program permanent to address labour shortages

Permanent pathway will help smaller communities recruit and retain workers when local positions cannot be filled.

Canada targets new agriculture trade opportunities in China

Market access discussions include canola, peas and a potentially $530-million pet food market.

Ag organizations call for immediate pause to Alto project

Three groups requested an independent review about the rail project’s impacts on ag and rural communities.

James A. McSloy

Lives Lived: 1855-1926

He was most well-known for founding the Canadian Hair Cloth Co., a company which thrived under his leadership, and operating the Martindale dairy farm, which was famous for its Guernsey stock.

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Jembrook 10,500 Gallon Spreader

Jembrook Welding Inc.

West Montrose, ON

Type: Bare Land

Acres: 121

Location: Brant, Ont.

During the Second World War, over 40,000 young women volunteered to be Farmerettes.

They planted crops, harvested fruits and vegetables, and filled vital farm jobs. During Remembrance Week, we honour and reflect on their contributions.

Just eight more rows

Over in Port Albert, Dan is just about finished with his corn harvest.