Feb. 4, 2010 -The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council met in Moncton, New Brunswick this week, with a chance to interact with experts in employment and skills development. The goal of the conference is to help farmers compete in today's global economy.     READ MORE

Jan 28, 2010 -Improved export development that emphasizes market access, a reformed regulatory structure and increased productivity are the keys to achieving success in expanding farm exports to Third World Countries, according to Dr. Larry Martin of the George Morris Centre.   READ MORE

Feb. 3, 2010 -A move by Belarussian Potash Co., to boost its spot price for Brazil and Asia by more than six percent, is certain to attract the attention of domestic exporters, including Potash Corp of Saskatchewan.           READ MORE

Jan. 30, 2010 -The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island announce a partnering to invest $9.9 million to support to projects to help farmers reduce their energy costs, generate new income through renewable fuels and improve environmental sustainability.   READ MORE 

Jan. 29, 2010 -More financial analysis, this time from Mike Duffy of Iowa State University, that indicates over the long-term, $1000 invested in farmland (in Iowa) has earned higher returns (2.8 to 7.9 percent) in the past 50 years than the same amount of money invested in the S&P index (1.2 to 5.4 percent).                          READ MORE