MANAGEMENT

Canadian agriculture continues to show strength and resilience against a backdrop of higher interest rates, trade uncertainty and volatile commodity prices, according to Farm Credit Canada’s latest analysis of farm assets and debt.

A cross-Canada trek with a giant plastic Holstein cow named Mable started conversations with consumers about the Canadian dairy industry.

In February, at the Boissevain Post Office sorting table, there were a record five white funeral notices on display. I am pleased to report the majority were an invitation to the funeral. Why does this matter?

County fair season may have ended, but those youth exhibiting their dairy projects at the next level are gearing up for national shows this fall.

Let’s face it, finding and retaining good employees is becoming a major hurdle on many dairy farms. The economy is picking up, which leads to more competition for employees.

When times get tough, it’s time to sharpen your pencil and dig in. It’s no secret the dairy industry is in a downturn; we’re facing low prices and increasingly tight margins.