Author: Owen Roberts

A nation’s food security depends on profitable and sustainable food production. Agri-food research is the key to helping farmers achieve both those goals. A recent report by Global Food Security shows that despite healthy Canadian farm gate returns in 2021, we can’t afford to let research slide. Image: uoguelph.ca

Kudos to Lisa Thompson, Ontario minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs for her plans to meet with representatives from across the sector to discuss increasing Ontario’s ag competitiveness – at home and abroad. She’s zeroed-in on the hot topics including trade and export, women in agriculture, innovation, jobs and training – all issues that will benefit from bright ideas and collaborations. Photo: ofa.on.ca

Farmers aren’t happy about the continuing flurry of consolidations in the agricultural industry. They say that fewer companies with more influence throughout the supply chain limits their options and profits. Now they’re pushing back – with the Fairness for Farmers campaign. Image: nfu.org

Agriculture has an important role to play in Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery, and the Grain Farmers of Ontario have let Ottawa know how they can help. Three key priorities, they say, will translate into fiscal progress for the sector, and benefits for the environment. Image: grainfarmers.ca

According to recent University of Michigan research, the humble hot dog may rob you of 36 minutes of healthy life each time you eat one. Peanuts, however, could be redemptive because of their “good” fat quotient. So…peanut butter on a hot dog? Perhaps, a happy medium. Photo: delish.com