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$5-million climate program to help B.C.'s tree fruit growers in extreme weather
VICTORIA — Tree fruit growers in British Columbia are now able to access a $5-million climate resiliency program to help their crops weather extreme heat and cold. The funding comes after many B.C.
Jan 30, 2025 10:39 AM
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A look at Green Party of Ontario Leader Mike Schreiner
TORONTO — Mike Schreiner has led the Green Party of Ontario since 2009. Born: June 9, 1969. Early years: Schreiner was born in Kansas and raised on his family's grain and cattle farm.
Jan 28, 2025 11:52 AM
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Farm goods store Peavey Mart to close all Canadian locations
TORONTO — Peavey Industries LP says it is closing its stores across Canada.
Jan 27, 2025 8:26 PM
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Trump's sweeping pardon of rioters highlights differences in U.S., Canadian systems
OTTAWA — In one of his first acts upon taking office Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump pardoned or moved to dismiss the cases of some 1,500 people charged in the Capitol riots of Jan. 6, 2021.
Jan 25, 2025 3:00 AM
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University of Guelph to lead national network focused on agri-food innovation
The University of Guelph is leading the creation of a network meant to spur investment in Canadian agri-food innovation, including developing new technologies to address pressing issues like climate change. The university received an almost $16.
Jan 22, 2025 1:00 AM
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Rail competition pilot may not be renewed amid parliamentary break
MONTREAL — An obscure but hard-fought — and hard-lobbied — battle over railway competition has steamed back to the surface.
Jan 20, 2025 12:39 PM
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B.C. farmers challenge government order to cull ostrich herd over avian flu outbreak
British Columbia ostrich farmers ordered to cull a herd of 400 due to an avian flu outbreak are holding onto hope that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency will change its mind before their kill date in just over two weeks.
Jan 15, 2025 12:16 PM
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As fruit buds swell, B.C. farmers hit by 2024 deep freeze hope for better harvest
Peter Simonsen says buds on the peach trees at his farm in Naramata, B.C., are already starting to swell early. But that makes him nervous.
Jan 15, 2025 1:00 AM
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Canadian government approves Bunge's US$8.2-billion acquisition of Viterra
The Canadian government has approved Bunge Ltd.'s US$8.2-billion acquisition of Viterra Ltd. in a decision that includes terms and conditions meant to allay concerns about competition.
Jan 14, 2025 6:25 PM
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P.E.I. oyster farmers fear without government help, MSX parasite will kill industry
CHARLOTTETOWN — Prince Edward Island's oyster industry is calling for more research and government action as a parasite spreads in the province's waters, threatening the world-renowned export.
Jan 10, 2025 12:54 PM
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