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'Old MacDonald went broke': Technology helps grain farmers confront weather woes
British Columbia grain farmer Malcolm Odermatt says all he can do is pray for rain this spring after repeated droughts sabotaged his harvest last year. Odermatt, who is also the president of the BC Gr...
The Canadian Press
Mar 13, 2024
Snowfall brightens runoff forecast in some parts of Sask., but more moisture needed
The recent storm that dropped more than a foot of snow on parts of Saskatchewan has improved the spring runoff forecast in some areas. But despite the increased optimism in the forecast, the Water Sec...
CKOM News
Mar 12, 2024
A young man shovels snow after a storm in Saskatoon. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
This B.C. farm can grow softball-sized peaches. This year they'll rely on vegetables
One of the first indicators of how bountiful a fruit harvest will be in British Columbia comes months before any peaches, apricots or nectarines start fattening on trees. Like many other farmers, Jenn...
The Canadian Press
Mar 12, 2024
Canada concerned as final rule for 'Product of USA' meat labels announced
Canada's federal government as well as organizations representing some the nation's beef producers warn a decision south of the border about "Product of USA" labels on meat, poultry and eggs could dis...
The Canadian Press
Mar 11, 2024
Province commits $15 million to U of S Global Institute for Food Security
A big funding boost is coming to the University of Saskatchewan's Global Institute for Food Security. The provincial government committed to provide the institute $15 million over five years to help w...
CKOM News
Mar 11, 2024
A $15-million funding boost is coming to the University of Saskatchewan’s Global Institute for Food Security. (650 CKOM file photo)
'Clean slate' to reshape B.C. wine industry, after climate-related catastrophes
The heart of British Columbia's wine industry is reeling after suffering a litany of climate-related hits, resulting in two years of crop losses in the southern Interior. Record-breaking heat. Wildfir...
The Canadian Press
Mar 11, 2024
Sask. touts significant growth in agri-food exports to India
Saskatchewan's agri-food exports to India grew by more than 71 per cent in 2023. That's according to Saskatchewan's Ministry of Agriculture. The ministry said the province's agri-food exports to India...
CKOM News
Mar 06, 2024
Saskatchewan’s agri-food exports increased by 26 per cent in 2023 over the previous year, the Ministry of Agriculture noted. (650 CKOM file photo)
Alberta outlines five-year, $125M plan to protect communities from drought, floods
CALGARY - The Alberta government is promising $125 million over five years to protect communities against flood and drought. The money was included in last week's provincial budget and, if approved, c...
The Canadian Press
Mar 04, 2024
B.C.'s 2024 vintage faces wipeout, as wine report predicts up to 99% loss due to cold
KELOWNA, B.C. - Winery owner Rolf de Bruin was well aware of the stakes as temperatures plunged to -24 C in Lillooet, B.C., in mid-January. "It's really painful because there's nothing that you can do...
The Canadian Press
Feb 15, 2024
B.C. cherry growers 'reeling' after January cold snap that damaged buds
KELOWNA, B.C. - This season will likely be the most challenging cherry growers have ever experienced in British Columbia, a farmer and industry leader says, after a widespread cold snap damaged trees ...
The Canadian Press
Feb 14, 2024
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