We can’t turn a blind eye to abuse
Domestic violence and animal abuse do take place on farms in our province, and both must be reported

We no longer have the luxury of time in making changes
When consumers decide a livestock practice is wrong, they expect changes to be made immediately
Getting ready to deal with consumers’ expectations of the food system
New research shows the public expects farmers, food companies, grocery chains, and restaurants to work as partners
There is opportunity all around us and it’s there all the time
All sectors in agriculture have tremendous strengths and every farm operation can capitalize on them in some way

Celebrating food — and gaining a marketing edge
The story of an Australian oyster producer has lessons for any farmer who appreciates creative thinking

Empower your daughters to be great farmers
Understanding one’s abilities, becoming financially literate, and gaining experience outside the farm are all critical
Tech companies charting a new food trend
Amazon, Uber, and Google are hoping to make billions by becoming middlemen in the food business
The downside of farm subsidies
Government money is usually welcomed but those who take it soon learn it can come with a heavy price
Each year brings many gifts and each new one promises more
The simple things are truly wondrous and we should cherish all the precious moments of our lives
Wants, needs, and some advice for young farmers
When you ask beginning farmers about their priorities, a few key themes quickly emerge