Persistent wildfire smoke is not only reducing visibility and air quality, but it’s also reshaping Western Canada’s summer weather outlook. Meteorologist Matt Makens, of Makens Weather, says sustained smoke and heat in the atmosphere create feedback loops that actively shape weather patterns. The presence of smoke in the atmosphere changes how rainfall develops, as water... Read More
Category: Livestock
On June 30, 2025, the Alberta Forage Industry Network (AFIN) will officially close up shop after 15 years, passing its mandate to the Agricultural Research & Extension Council of Alberta (ARECA). Alan Hall, executive director of ARECA, says in an interview with RealAgriculture's Amber Bell that this transition is “a good fit” as ARECA is... Read More
The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Foundation (SSGF) has marked a major milestone with the signing of its first-ever term conservation easement—a move that could reshape how grassland conservation fits into ranchers’ long-term plans. Unlike traditional, perpetual easements that stay on a land title forever, these new agreements allow for flexibility with term lengths starting at 25... Read More
In this week’s Beef Market Update, Shaun Haney is joined by Anne Wasko of Gateway Livestock Exchange to discuss the week’s explosive cattle markets and what’s on the horizon for Canadian producers. Southern U.S. markets were on fire, with Texas and Kansas live cattle prices jumping $5–$8 higher. Dressed trade in Nebraska saw gains of... Read More
Members of Parliament have granted unanimous approval to the Bloc Québécois' latest bill aimed at preventing concessions on Canada's supply management framework for dairy, eggs, and poultry in upcoming trade talks. A motion to adopt Bill C-202 at all stages in the House of Commons passed with a voice vote on Thursday afternoon, fast-tracking it... Read More
Legumes are often a welcome addition to pastures. They fix nitrogen, improve forage quality with higher protein and digestibility, and can extend the grazing season. Deep-rooted species such as alfalfa also help maintain productivity during dry spells. The balance, of course, is the risk and fear of bloat. In this episode of Ruminating with RealAg,... Read More
Increased horsepower, improved automation and more technology are three of the key features John Deere is touting with the launch of its new F8 and F9 Series self-propelled forage harvesters. “A higher-quality forage output with more power, more precision and more uptime, that’s the focus of the new forage harvesters for our customers,” says Bergen... Read More
Cleanfarms, in collaboration with the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD), is launching a five-year pilot program to support farmers in the Fraser Valley in recycling bale wrap and silage plastics. The project will start this year and run until 2029. Leveraging experience in preparation and collection of agricultural plastics for recycling, Cleanfarms is launching this... Read More
The introduction of Bill C-202 this week in the House of Commons has reignited discussions around supply management and Canada’s national trade negotiations. The legislation, with the same wording as previous efforts under different bill numbers, would prohibit Canadian trade negotiators from discussing supply-managed sectors during trade talks—a move that critics argue ties the hands... Read More
The leader of the Bloc Quebecois has introduced another private member's bill that aims to prevent any concessions on supply management in future trade negotiations. Bill C-202 is identical to Bill C-282, which was approved by the House of Commons in 2023, but died at the report stage in the Senate when Parliament was dissolved... Read More