Reading Time: 6 minutes How one Ontario flower farm learned hard — and quick — lessons in adaptability and resilience.
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Ontario flower farm keeps growing even through uncertainty
They quickly realized how true the old adage “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” is — especially on a farm
The changing landscape of Canadian food demand
Changing eating habits are creating both risks and new opportunities for farmers and processors
Reading Time: 5 minutes Changing eating habits are creating both risks and new opportunities for Canadian farmers and processors.
Trust, teamwork and lessons in resilience
When a string of misfortunes hit this Ontario farm, it was more character than crisis mode that helped them pull through
Reading Time: 5 minutes When a string of misfortunes hit this Ontario farm, trust, teamwork and quick lessons in resilience got them through.
Celebrating women in agriculture
Reading Time: 2 minutes If you’ve been a long-time reader of Country Guide, you’ll have read many articles in our pages over the years that highlight women farmers, ranchers, industry leaders, mentors and partners. March 8 is International Women’s Day, a global, annual celebration recognizing the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, while advocating for accelerated gender […] Read more
A farmer’s dream
As WWI raged on across Europe, one Canadian solider dreamed of returning home to a ranching future
Reading Time: 2 minutes British Columbia’s Ardill Ranch was awarded a Century Farm designation in 2020. Renee Ardill, who was featured in the March 5 issue of Farm & Family (powered by Country Guide), recounts her family’s ranch history below. “My ranch started in 1920 when my grandfather, Jack Ardill, settled here,” says Renee Ardill, owner of Ardill Ranch […] Read more
Why you should preserve your farm’s history
Confronting the hard parts of a family’s farm history can set the next generation up for success
Reading Time: 6 minutes There was a big cast iron dinner bell in the middle of the farmyard where Maggie Van Camp grew up. On a modern farm, it’s a relic. But a century ago when the farm was established, the bell was a way to call the hired hands and family together when meals were ready. It was […] Read more
How scientists are using DNA and climate data to breed crops of the future
Researchers are developing a method to help plant breeders create new varieties of resilient crops to keep pace with a changing climate
Reading Time: 5 minutes A method for forecasting how crops will perform in different environments so that plant breeders can quickly select the best parents for new, climate-resilient varieties.
Lessons from the past: How Canada can reverse its shrinking share of the global food market
A historic look back at how Canada has positively dealt with trade issues — and how those lessons can inform future moves
Reading Time: 7 minutes A historic look back at how Canada has positively dealt with trade issues — and how those lessons can inform future moves.
When hackers hit the barn
Automation brings efficiency, but also new vulnerabilities. Here’s how Canadian farmers can protect their operations from cyberattacks
Reading Time: 5 minutes As Canadian farmers embrace automation, cybersecurity is the new front line. Here's how to protect your on-farm data from digital threats.
Are farmers ready for the digital ag revolution?
Staying competitive and reducing costs in today’s economy are major drivers for farms adopting digital technology
Reading Time: 9 minutes How farmers are using technology to remain competitive, find opportunities and meet challenges.