Monthly Archives: May 2010

Farmers understand animal welfare benefits

Healthy animals are profitable animals. And for farmers, profitability is the bottom line. Farmers who treat their animals poorly can face veterinary bills, and other costly problems – such as a turned-off, non-supportive public. But right now, for the most … Continue reading

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In Flanders’ fields, farmers still dodge bombs

Ontario grain farmers are finally getting a break. They’ve enjoyed a terrific spring, with the warm, sunny weather allowing them to plant almost all their corn unusually early. Soybeans are following nicely along. And if they get some well-timed rain, … Continue reading

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