NewsLine by Cole's Ag on November 9, 2026, 9:00am

Budget 2026 strengthens farm investment but leaves key grain-sector pressures unresolved

Nov. 9, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) welcomes measures in Budget 2026 that will help grain farmers invest in their operations and plan for farm succession, while urging the federal government to address immediate pressures on farm profitability and the reliable movement of grain to market.

“Budget 2026 gets important pieces right for grain farmers,” said Kate Sauser, interim executive director of Grain Growers of Canada. “Permanent immediate expensing gives producers more certainty to invest, and the broader rollover provisions recognize the different ways family farms transition. The next test is implementation: clear eligibility rules, accessible programs and infrastructure investments that deliver measurable improvements in farm profitability and market access.”

The budget confirms permanent immediate expensing through the Productivity Mega Deduction for a broader range of eligible capital investments acquired on or after Sept. 15, 2026. Eligible farm assets include tractors, combines, seeders, crop sprayers, silos and certain farm buildings. Allowing these investments to be deducted in the year they become available for use can provide earlier tax relief and greater certainty for producers planning major purchases.

Budget 2026 also proposes expanding the tax-deferred rollover of qualifying farm property to nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews for transfers beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Proposed amendments to the Canadian Agricultural Loans Act are intended to improve access to capital, support intergenerational transfers and reduce administrative requirements.

The budget continues the government’s emphasis on trade diversification and infrastructure, including previously announced trade corridor funding and projects connected to the Port of Vancouver and Port of Churchill. It also proposes funding for digital trade processes and supply-chain data and analysis. GGC supports these directions, but says success must be measured by whether grain-serving projects move forward and producers gain more reliable access to customers.

The budget also points to Bill C-39 as a means of improving federal labour relations. While GGC supports efforts to prevent disruptions, the budget does not include the full protections sought by the Keep Grain Moving coalition, including stronger maintenance-of-activities requirements, earlier intervention triggers and binding resolution mechanisms.

“The ability to write off a piece of equipment immediately matters, but a tax measure cannot solve the full cost and risk picture on a grain farm,” said Scott Hepworth, chair of Grain Growers of Canada and a Saskatchewan grain farmer. “Farmers still face high fertilizer and fuel costs, limited visibility into export demand and losses when labour disruptions stop grain movement. We need the government to finish the job with measures that protect farm cash flow and keep our grain moving.”

Budget 2026 does not remove tariffs on Russian fertilizer, establish a dedicated response to exceptional on-farm fuel costs or commit to mandatory export sales reporting. It also leaves unresolved GGC’s calls for stronger business risk management programs, sustained public agricultural research capacity and action on market-access barriers affecting Canadian grain.

GGC is also seeking clarity on the exclusion of agricultural businesses from the proposed Canada Growth Incentive. The organization will work with the federal government to support timely implementation of the measures announced in the budget and continue advocating for the practical policies grain farmers need to remain competitive.

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About Grain Growers of Canada
As the national voice for Canada’s grain farmers, Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) represents more than 100,000 producers through 15 national, provincial and regional grower organizations. Our members steward 120 million acres of land to grow food for Canadians and customers in more than 160 countries, creating $45 billion in export value annually. As the farmer-driven association for the grains sector, GGC champions federal policies that support the competitiveness and profitability of grain growers across Canada.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Cole Christensen
Interim Communications Manager
Grain Growers of Canada
cole@graingrowers.ca
403-589-3529

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on November 9, 2026, 7:00am

Canadian Meat Council Launches New Strategic Plan, Quality the World Trusts

Nov. 9, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) released Quality the World Trusts: Securing the Competitiveness of Canada’s Meat Value Chain, its new strategic plan for 2026 to 2029. Developed through the CMC’s Board of Directors, the plan sets out how the Council will advocate for, support and prepare Canada’s federally licensed red meat packers and processors over the next three years.

Canada’s red meat industry is the largest component of the country’s food processing sector, generating $35 billion in annual economic output and supporting more than 250,000 good-paying jobs across the country. The new plan is anchored in the CMC’s vision that Canada is a trusted global leader in providing safe, high-quality meat at home and abroad.

“This plan sets a clear direction for the Canadian Meat Council and the work we will do on behalf of Canada’s red meat industry over the next three years,” said Kyle Larkin, President & CEO of the Canadian Meat Council. “Our focus is on strengthening the CMC, ensuring the industry’s story is heard through coordinated advocacy and engagement, and better preparing our members to navigate an increasingly complex policy, regulatory and trade environment. We have an important role to play in advancing the competitiveness of Canada’s meat value chain, and I’m excited about what we can accomplish together.”

The plan concentrates on three strategic directions:

Strengthen our Council by deepening engagement, growing our membership, and improving how we communicate with members and the public.
Share our industry’s story with one clear voice.
Prepare our industry for what lies ahead with stronger evidence-based ideas, a proactive policy agenda, and crisis coordination in place before we need it.

“Our members are a diverse group of businesses, but they share a common goal: to provide Canadians and global customers with safe, high-quality meat,” said Dr. Sylvain Fournaise, Chair of the CMC Board of Directors. “For more than a century, the Canadian Meat Council has served as the national voice of Canada’s red meat processing sector. This strategic plan builds on that legacy, providing a clear direction for how we will strengthen our organization, advance the industry’s interests and support its long-term competitiveness. The Board is optimistic about what we can achieve together, and we look forward to working with our members, committees and partners across the value chain to bring this plan to life.”

The full strategic plan is available at meatcouncil.ca.

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About the Canadian Meat Council
For more than 100 years, the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) has represented Canada’s federally licensed red meat packers and processors, alongside the suppliers of goods and services that support them. CMC members represent an industry that generates $35 billion in economic activity, supports more than 250,000 jobs across the country, and exports over $11 billion in red meat products annually to more than 90 countries. As the national voice of Canada’s red meat processing sector, the CMC works to strengthen the industry’s competitiveness at home and abroad, while advancing a regulatory environment that supports the highest standards of food safety, animal welfare and sustainable production.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Julia Pennella
Canadian Meat Council (CMC)
647-987-1934 | julia@meatcouncil.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on October 20, 2026, 9:00am

Grain Growers of Canada appoints Kate Sauser as Interim Executive Director

Oct. 20, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) today announced the appointment of Kate Sauser as Interim Executive Director, effective October 14, 2026.

Sauser’s appointment follows the resignation of Bruce Burrows as Executive Director. GGC thanks Burrows for his service and contributions to the organization and wishes him well in his future endeavours.

Sauser joined GGC as Policy Manager and has worked closely with members, stakeholders and government to advance policies that support the competitiveness, growth and long-term viability of Canada’s grain sector.

“Kate brings a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing grain farmers, along with the policy expertise and relationships needed to represent them effectively in Ottawa,” said Scott Hepworth, Chair of Grain Growers of Canada. “Her firsthand connection to farming, knowledge of the grain sector and commitment to our members make her well positioned to lead GGC during this transition.”

“I am honoured to take on this role and continue working on behalf of Canada’s grain farmers,” said Sauser. “Our members have been clear about the need for practical policies that strengthen competitiveness, expand market access and support the long-term viability of family farms. I look forward to working with our members, Board and partners to ensure producers’ priorities are heard in Ottawa.”

Raised on a mixed grain and cattle farm near Churchbridge, Saskatchewan, Sauser remains involved in her family farm. Her experience with several leading companies in the grain industry has strengthened her understanding of the sector and its importance to Canada’s economy. She has also served on federal and provincial political boards and participated in multiple political campaigns.

Sauser holds a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business, both from the University of Saskatchewan. Her research examines how changes in tillage practices have affected on-farm fuel use and emissions in Saskatchewan. She is also a sessional instructor at the University of Saskatchewan, where she teaches the Economics of International Agribusiness.

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Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) is the national voice of Canadian grain farmers, representing over 100,000 producers through 15 national, provincial and regional grower groups. Members steward 120 million acres of land, growing food for Canadians and 160 countries worldwide, generating $45 billion in export value annually. As the farmer-driven association for the grains sector, GGC champions federal policies that support the competitiveness and profitability of grain growers across Canada.

For more information, please contact:
Cole Christensen
Interim Communications Manager
Grain Growers of Canada
cole@graingrowers.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on September 29, 2026, 9:00am

Swine Innovation Porc Opens Advancing Swine Research Call for Proposals

National funding initiative targets priority research needs across Canada’s pork sector

Sept. 29, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), with support from the Pork Promotion and Research Agency (PPRA), has opened the Advancing Swine Research Call for Proposals to support high-impact research that strengthens the resilience, sustainability and competitiveness of Canada’s pork sector.

The call is designed to use sector investment as a catalyst, bringing in research expertise and funding from partners and other programs to advance solutions to priority challenges facing Canadian pork production.

“Advancing Swine Research gives our sector an opportunity to direct research investment toward some of the most important challenges facing Canadian pork producers and processors,” said Mark Ferguson, Chair of Swine Innovation Porc. “By bringing industry priorities together with research expertise from across Canada, we can support practical solutions that strengthen our sector for the future.”

For this call, SIP is seeking research in six priority areas. These include endemic animal diseases, antimicrobial use and resistance, biosecurity, barn technology and design, pork safety and quality, and more efficient use of energy and water. Together, these areas reflect key industry needs and opportunities to strengthen Canadian pork production.

The call will support two types of projects. Discovery & Applied Research projects can receive up to $150,000 over three years, while short-term “Quick Win” projects are typically completed within one year and can receive up to $50,000.

“The combination of longer-term applied research and shorter, targeted projects gives us flexibility to pursue strong ideas at different stages of development,” said Dr. Andrew Van Kessel, Chair of SIP’s Science Advisory Body. “Our goal is to support high-quality research that responds directly to the needs of Canada’s pork sector and can ultimately lead to practical outcomes.”

Applications will begin with a Letter of Intent, which must be submitted by November 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. Universities and colleges, research organizations, and government research institutions with relevant experience are eligible to apply.

Full program details, guidelines and application materials are available at: www.swineinnovationporc.ca/call-for-proposals-2026-27.

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Media contact:

Cole Christensen
Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations
Swine Innovation Porc
info@swineinnovationporc.ca
1 (403) 589-3529

Swine Innovation Porc lance un appel à projets pour faire progresser la recherche porcine.

Une initiative nationale de financement vise à répondre aux besoins prioritaires en matière de recherche dans le secteur porcin du Canada

29 septembre (Ottawa, Ont.) — Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), avec le soutien de l’Office canadien de promotion et de recherche pour le porc (OCPRP), a lancé l’appel à propositions « Faire progresser la recherche porcine » afin de soutenir des projets de recherche à fort impact visant à renforcer la résilience, la durabilité et la compétitivité du secteur porcin du Canada.

L’appel est conçu pour utiliser les investissements du secteur comme catalyseur, en apportant une expertise de recherche et des fonds provenant de partenaires et d’autres programmes afin de proposer des solutions aux défis prioritaires auxquels fait face la production porcine canadienne.

« Le programme « Faire avancer la recherche porcine » offre à notre secteur l’occasion d’orienter les investissements dans la recherche vers certains des défis les plus importants auxquels sont confrontés les producteurs et les transformateurs de viande de porc canadiens », a déclaré Mark Ferguson, président de Swine Innovation Porc. « En associant les priorités de l’industrie à l’expertise en recherche de l’ensemble du Canada, nous pouvons favoriser la mise en place de solutions concrètes qui renforceront notre secteur pour l’avenir. »

Pour cet appel, SIP sollicite des projets de recherche dans six domaines prioritaires, soit les maladies animales endémiques, l’utilisation des antimicrobiens et la résistance aux antimicrobiens, la biosécurité, les technologies et la conception des bâtiments d’élevage, la salubrité et la qualité du porc, ainsi que l’utilisation plus efficace de l’énergie et de l’eau. Ensemble, ces domaines reflètent les principaux besoins du secteur et les possibilités de renforcer la production porcine canadienne.

Cet appel à projets soutiendra deux types de projets. Les projets de recherche axée sur la découverte et de recherche appliquée peuvent bénéficier d’un financement pouvant atteindre 150 000 $ sur trois ans, tandis que les projets à court terme de type « projet à résultats rapides », généralement achevés en moins d’un an, peuvent bénéficier d’un financement pouvant atteindre 50 000 $.

« La combinaison d’une recherche appliquée à plus long terme et de projets plus courts et ciblés nous offre la flexibilité nécessaire pour exploiter des idées prometteuses à différents stades de développement », a déclaré le Dr Andrew Van Kessel, président du Comité consultatif scientifique de SIP. « Notre objectif est de soutenir une recherche de haute qualité qui répond directement aux besoins du secteur porcin du Canada et qui peut mener à des résultats pratiques. »

Tous les détails du programme, les lignes directrices et les documents de demande sont disponibles à l’adresse suivante : www.swineinnovationporc.ca/call-for-proposals-2026-27.

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Relations avec les médias :

Cole Christensen
Directeur des Communications et des relations avec les intervenants
Swine Innovation Porc
info@swineinnovationporc.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on August 26, 2026, 8:39am

Canadian Meat Council Raises Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Federal Food Safety Regulations

Aug. 26, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) is raising serious concerns about proposed amendments to the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) that would allow certain provincially inspected meat products to enter interprovincial trade.

CMC and its members strongly support reducing interprovincial trade barriers. However, the proposed four-year exemption risks creating a regulatory loophole that could weaken Canada’s food safety framework, undermine confidence in the federal inspection system and put international market access at risk.

“Most meat processed in Canada already moves across provincial borders. We support efforts to expand that trade, but not by creating different inspection standards for products entering the same market,” said Kyle Larkin, President & CEO of the Canadian Meat Council. “The potential damage to consumer and international confidence in Canada’s food safety system far outweighs the limited benefit of this proposal.”

Federal and provincial meat inspection systems serve different purposes and markets. Federally licensed facilities operate under continuous, on-site inspection by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and must meet federal requirements that underpin Canada’s reputation and access as a trusted meat exporter.

“Canada needs one federal food safety standard that is applied consistently across the country,” said Larkin. “We should be raising standards and expanding access to the federal system—not creating exemptions that blur the line between federal and provincial inspection.”

Approximately 95% of meat processed in Canada comes from federally licensed facilities. CMC estimates that only about 0.5% of the overall industry could benefit from the proposed changes.

“Our federally licensed members invest heavily every year to meet Canada’s rigorous food safety requirements and maintain access to markets around the world,” said Dr. Sylvain Fournaise, Chair of the Canadian Meat Council. “Allowing products produced under different inspection standards into interprovincial trade risks undermining that investment and the reputation Canada has built as a trusted supplier of safe, high-quality meat.”

“This is a solvable problem,” added Fournaise. “Instead of lowering the bar, we should help more provincially inspected facilities achieve federal certification. That would expand interprovincial trade while protecting the integrity of Canada’s food safety system.” CMC has submitted its concerns through the CFIA’s public consultation process and is urging the Government of Canada to work with industry and provinces on solutions that reduce trade barriers without compromising Canada’s food safety standards or international market access.

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About the Canadian Meat Council: The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) is the national voice of Canada’s federally licensed red meat industry, representing packers, processors, and suppliers across the beef, pork, veal, lamb, and bison sectors. For more than a century, CMC has championed policies that strengthen the industry’s global competitiveness, from securing market access at home and abroad to advancing a modern, evidence-based regulatory environment. CMC members take pride in delivering world-class, high-quality, safe food to consumers both at home and in markets around the world. Recognized as a trusted authority and voice on red meat-related issues, CMC works closely with government and stakeholders to support high standards in food safety, animal welfare, and sustainability, while delivering value and advocacy for its growing membership. For more information, visit www.meatcouncil.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:

Julia Pennella
Canadian Meat Council (CMC)
647-987-1934 | julia@meatcouncil.ca

Swine Innovation Porc enrichit le « Pôle de recherche porcine » avec une nouvelle série de vidéos intitulée « La recherche en action ».

le 26 août 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Le Conseil des viandes du Canada (CVC) exprime de vives préoccupations concernant les modifications proposées au Règlement sur la salubrité des aliments au Canada (RSAC), qui permettraient à certains produits de viande inspectés à l’échelle provinciale d’être commercialisés dans d’autres provinces.

Le CVC et ses membres soutiennent fermement la réduction des obstacles au commerce interprovincial. Toutefois, l’exemption proposée sur une période de quatre ans risque de créer une faille réglementaire susceptible d’affaiblir le cadre canadien de salubrité des aliments, de saper la confiance à l’égard du système d’inspection fédéral et de compromettre l’accès aux marchés internationaux.

« La majeure partie des viandes transformées au Canada traverse déjà les limites provinciales. Nous soutenons les efforts visant à développer le commerce interprovincial, mais pas en instaurant des normes d’inspection différentes pour des produits destinés au même marché », a déclaré Kyle Larkin, président-directeur général du Conseil des viandes du Canada. « Les répercussions négatives potentielles sur la confiance des consommateurs et de la communauté internationale à l’égard du système canadien de salubrité des aliments l’emportent largement sur les avantages limités de cette proposition. »

Les systèmes fédéral et provinciaux d’inspection des viandes répondent à des objectifs distincts et s’adressent à des marchés différents. Les établissements titulaires d’une licence fédérale font l’objet d’une inspection continue sur site par l’Agence Canadienne d’Inspection des Aliments (ACIA) et doivent respecter les exigences fédérales qui sous-tendent la réputation du Canada et lui permettent d’accéder aux marchés en tant qu’exportateur de viandes de confiance.

« Le Canada a besoin d’une norme fédérale unique en matière de salubrité alimentaire, appliquée de manière uniforme dans tout le pays », a ajouté M. Larkin. « Nous devrions renforcer les normes et élargir l’accès au système fédéral, pas créer des exceptions qui confondent les normes fédérales et provinciales en matière d’inspection. »

Environ 95 % de la viande transformée au Canada provient d’établissements agréés par les autorités fédérales. Le CVC estime que seuls 0,5 % de l’ensemble du secteur pourraient bénéficier des modifications proposées.

« Nos membres, titulaires d’une licence fédérale, investissent massivement chaque année pour respecter les exigences rigoureuses du Canada en matière de salubrité alimentaire et conserver leur accès aux marchés internationaux », a affirmé le docteur Sylvain Fournaise, président du conseil d’administration du Conseil des Viandes du Canada. « Autoriser le commerce interprovincial de produits fabriqués selon des normes d’inspection différentes risque de compromettre cet investissement, et de nuire à la réputation que le Canada s’est forgée en tant que fournisseur de confiance de viandes salubres et de haute qualité. »

« Il s’agit d’un problème qui peut être résolu », a ajouté M. Fournaise. « Au lieu d’abaisser la barre, nous devrions plutôt aider plus d’établissements inspectés à l’échelle provinciale à obtenir la certification fédérale. Ainsi, nous pourrions favoriser le commerce interprovincial tout en préservant l’intégrité du système canadien de salubrité alimentaire. »

Le CVC a fait part de ses préoccupations dans le cadre du processus de consultation publique de l’ACIA et exhorte le gouvernement du Canada à collaborer avec le secteur privé et les provinces afin de trouver des solutions permettant de réduire les barrières commerciales sans compromettre les normes canadiennes en matière de salubrité alimentaire ni l’accès aux marchés internationaux.

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À propos du Conseil des viandes du Canada : Le Conseil des viandes du Canada (CVC) est le porte-parole national de l’industrie canadienne de la viande rouge agréée par le gouvernement fédéral; il représente les conditionneurs, les transformateurs et les fournisseurs des secteurs du bœuf, du porc, du veau, de l’agneau et du bison. Depuis plus d’un siècle, le CVC défend des politiques visant à renforcer l’avantage concurrentiel mondial de l’industrie, qu’il s’agisse de garantir l’accès aux marchés nationaux et internationaux ou de promouvoir un cadre réglementaire moderne fondé sur des données probantes. Les membres du CVC sont fiers de fournir aux consommateurs, tant au Canada que sur les marchés du monde entier, des aliments de classe mondiale, de haute qualité et sûrs. Reconnu comme une autorité et une voix de référence en matière de viande rouge, le CVC travaille en étroite collaboration avec le gouvernement et les parties prenantes pour soutenir des normes élevées en matière de sécurité alimentaire, de bien-être animal et de durabilité, tout en apportant de la valeur ajoutée et en défendant les intérêts de ses membres, dont le nombre ne cesse de croître. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, rendez-vous au www.meatcouncil.ca.

Personne-ressource pour les demandes des médias :

Julia Pennella
Conseil des viandes du Canada (CVC)
647-987-1934 | julia@meatcouncil.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on August 4, 2026, 9:00am

Swine Innovation Porc expands Pork Research Hub with new Research in Action video series

Monthly videos showcase the researchers and Swine Cluster 4 projects driving innovation in Canada’s pork sector

July 9, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Following the recent launch of the Pork Research Hub, Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) is expanding the Research in Action section with the debut of a new video series highlighting the researchers and projects behind Canada’s pork research.

The Pork Research Hub is Canada’s bilingual online destination for pork research, bringing together practical resources, research findings and innovation stories in one searchable location. Its Research in Action section showcases how Canadian pork research is delivering real-world value through articles, videos, podcasts and other knowledge transfer resources.

The first video in the series features Dr. Aline Remus, Research Scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, whose Swine Cluster 4 research explores precision feeding systems that can reduce feed costs, lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve the sustainability of pig production.

Watch the first episode: https://porkresearchhub.ca/en/research-action/research-action-video-precision-feeding-dr-aline-remus

Each month, a new Research in Action video will introduce viewers to a different Swine Cluster 4 project, providing an inside look at the people, partnerships and innovations shaping the future of Canadian pork production. Episodes will be released on the Swine Innovation Porc YouTube channel, with French-language versions also available, and featured in the Research in Action section of the Pork Research Hub.

“Research is only valuable if people can discover it, understand it and apply it,” said Daniel Ramage, General Manager of Swine Innovation Porc. “The Pork Research Hub was created to make Canadian pork research more accessible, and the Research in Action section brings that research to life. This video series is another way we’re showcasing the practical impact of Swine Cluster 4 and the researchers helping deliver solutions for producers.”

Swine Cluster 4 is a five-year national research initiative led by Swine Innovation Porc that supports collaborative research addressing the Canadian pork sector’s most pressing challenges. As the Research in Action section continues to grow, new videos, articles, podcasts and other resources will continue to connect producers and industry with the latest Canadian pork research.

Watch the first episode featuring Dr. Aline Remus: https://porkresearchhub.ca/en/research-action/research-action-video-precision-feeding-dr-aline-remus

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Media contact:

Cole Christensen
Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations
Swine Innovation Porc
cchristensen@swineinnovationporc.ca
www.swineinnovationporc.ca

Swine Innovation Porc enrichit le « Pôle de recherche porcine » avec une nouvelle série de vidéos intitulée « La recherche en action ».

Des vidéos mensuelles présentent les chercheurs et les projets de la Grappe de recherche porcine 4 qui sont à l’origine de l’innovation dans le secteur porcin canadien.

4 août 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — À la suite du récent lancement du Pôle de recherche porcine, Swine Innovation Porc (SIP) enrichit la section « La recherche en action» en y ajoutant une nouvelle série de vidéos qui met en lumière les chercheurs et les projets au cœur de la recherche porcine au Canada.

Le Pôle de recherche porcine est la plateforme en ligne bilingue de référence au Canada en matière de recherche sur le porc. Elle rassemble des ressources pratiques, des résultats de recherche et des témoignages d’innovation au sein d’un seul et même espace consultable. Sa section « La recherche en action » met en avant la manière dont la recherche porcine canadienne apporte une valeur ajoutée concrète, à travers des articles, des vidéos, des balados et d’autres ressources de transfert de connaissances.

La première vidéo de la série met en vedette la Dre Aline Remus, chercheuse scientifique chez Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada, dont les travaux de recherche dans le cadre de la Grappe de recherche porcine 4 portent sur les systèmes d’alimentation de précision susceptibles de réduire les coûts d’alimentation, de diminuer les émissions de gaz à effet de serre et d’améliorer la durabilité de la production porcine.

Pour visionner le premier épisode : https://porkresearchhub.ca/fr/recherche-action/video-la-recherche-en-action-lalimentation-de-precision-avec-le-dr-aline-remus

Chaque mois, une nouvelle vidéo de la série « La recherche en action » présentera aux internautes un projet différent de la Grappe de recherche porcine 4, offrant un aperçu des personnes, des partenariats et des innovations qui façonnent l’avenir de la production porcine canadienne. Les épisodes seront diffusés sur la chaîne YouTube de Swine Innovation Porc, avec des versions en français également disponibles, et mis en avant dans la section « La recherche en action » du Pôle de recherche porcine.

« La recherche n’a de valeur que si les gens peuvent la découvrir, la comprendre et la mettre en pratique », a déclaré Daniel Ramage, directeur général de Swine Innovation Porc. « Le Pôle de recherche porcine a été créé pour rendre la recherche porcine canadienne plus accessible, et la section « La recherche en action » donne vie à ces travaux. Cette série de vidéos est un autre moyen pour nous de faire connaître l’impact concret de la Grappe de recherche porcine 4 dédiée à l’élevage porcin et de présenter les chercheurs qui contribuent à apporter des solutions aux éleveurs. »

La Grappe de recherche porcine 4 est une initiative nationale de recherche quinquennale menée par Swine Innovation Porc. Elle soutient la recherche collaborative visant à relever les défis les plus urgents du secteur porcin canadien. À mesure que la section « La recherche en action » continue de s’enrichir, de nouvelles vidéos, de nouveaux articles, balados et autres ressources permettront de tenir les producteurs et les acteurs l’industrie informés des dernières avancées de la recherche porcine canadienne.

Pour visionner le premier épisode avec la Dre Aline Remus : https://porkresearchhub.ca/fr/recherche-action/video-la-recherche-en-action-lalimentation-de-precision-avec-le-dr-aline-remus

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Contact média :

Cole Christensen
Directeur des Communications et des Relations avec les intervenants
Swine Innovation Porc
cchristensen@swineinnovationporc.ca
www.swineinnovationporc.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on July 9, 2026, 9:00am

Canada’s Pork Sector Launches the Pork Research Hub

July 9, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), Prairie Swine Centre (PSC), the Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ), and the Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement (CCSI), are proud to launch the Pork Research Hub, a national platform connecting Canada’s pork sector with research, innovation and practical knowledge.

The Pork Research Hub consolidates research articles, technical resources, videos, webinars, podcasts and innovation stories from Canada’s swine research community into a single accessible, bilingual platform. Designed to support producers, researchers, industry leaders and partners across the value chain, the Hub helps improve access to Canadian pork research and makes it easier to find practical information that can support decision-making and knowledge transfer.

The platform is organized around two core areas: the Resource Library, a searchable collection of research articles, factsheets, tools and technical resources, and Research in Action, a curated section highlighting the real-world impacts of Canadian pork research through articles, videos, podcasts, webinars and innovation stories.

The Hub was developed through a collaborative national partnership. It reflects a shared commitment to strengthening coordination and broadening access to research in support of Canada’s pork sector. Its development was supported by contributions from SIP, PSC, CDPQ, CCSI and the Pork Promotion and Research Agency.

Today’s launch marks the starting point for a platform that will continue to grow. New resources, tools and features will be added over time, making the Hub an even more valuable resource for producers, researchers and partners across Canada’s pork sector.

The Pork Research Hub is now live at: porkresearchhub.ca

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Quotes

Swine Innovation Porc (SIP)

“SIP brought partners together to build the Pork Research Hub because research has the greatest value when it is easy to find, easy to use and connected to action. This platform gives Canada’s pork sector a stronger foundation to share knowledge and put it to work.”

— Daniel Ramage, General Manager
Swine Innovation Porc (SIP)

Prairie Swine Centre (PSC)

“Producers are looking for practical, science-based information they can apply on farm. The Pork Research Hub helps bridge the gap between research and application by making valuable knowledge easier to access, understand and use. We’re proud to contribute our expertise and resources to a platform that supports informed decision-making across the industry.”

— Dr. Murray Pettitt, CEO
Prairie Swine Centre (PSC)

Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ)

“Collaboration and knowledge sharing are essential to advancing innovation in Canada’s pork sector. The Pork Research Hub creates new opportunities to connect researchers, producers and industry partners while improving access to bilingual resources and practical information that can support producers across the country.”

— Jacques Faucher, General Manager
Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ)

Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement (CCSI)

“Canada’s pork sector is driven by innovation, data and genetics. The Pork Research Hub provides an important national platform to share that knowledge at scale. By making research and technical resources more accessible, the Hub will drive continuous improvement and help the sector stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry.”

— Brian Sullivan, CEO
Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement (CCSI)

About the Pork Research Hub
The Pork Research Hub is a bilingual national platform connecting Canada’s pork sector with research, innovation and practical knowledge. Created through a partnership between Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), Prairie Swine Centre (PSC), the Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ), and the Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement (CCSI), the Hub provides centralized access to research articles, technical resources, webinars, videos and innovation stories that support the advancement of Canada’s pork sector.

For further information, contact:

Cole Christensen
Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations
Swine Innovation Porc
info@swineinnovationporc.ca
(403) 589-3529

Le secteur porcin canadien lance le Pôle de recherche porcine

9 juillet 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), le Prairie Swine Centre (PSC), le Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ) et le Centre canadien pour l’amélioration des porcs (CCAP) sont fiers de lancer le Pôle de recherche porcine, une plateforme nationale qui met en relation le secteur porcin canadien avec la recherche, l’innovation et les connaissances pratiques.

Le Pôle de recherche porcine rassemble des articles de recherche, des ressources techniques, des vidéos, des webinaires, des balados et des témoignages d’innovation issus de la communauté de recherche porcine canadienne au sein d’une plateforme unique, accessible et bilingue. Conçu pour soutenir les producteurs, les chercheurs, les leaders de l’industrie et les partenaires tout au long de la chaîne de valeur, le Pôle contribue à améliorer l’accès à la recherche porcine canadienne et facilite la recherche d’informations pratiques pouvant faciliter la prise de décision et le transfert de connaissances.

La plateforme s’articule autour de deux volets principaux : la Bibliothèque de ressources, une collection consultable d’articles de recherche, de fiches d’information, d’outils et de ressources techniques, et « La recherche en action », une section spécialement conçue pour mettre en avant les retombées concrètes de la recherche porcine canadienne à travers des articles, des vidéos, des balados, des webinaires et des témoignages d’innovation.

Le Pôle a été conçu dans le cadre d’un partenariat national collaboratif. Il traduit une volonté commune de renforcer la coordination et d’élargir l’accès à la recherche afin de soutenir le secteur porcin canadien. Sa mise en place a bénéficié du soutien financier de SIP, du PSC, de la CDPQ, du CCAP et de l’Office canadien de promotion et de recherche sur le porc.

Le lancement d’aujourd’hui marque le point de départ d’une plateforme appelée à se développer. De nouvelles ressources, de nouveaux outils et de nouvelles fonctionnalités seront ajoutés au fil du temps, faisant de ce Pôle une ressource encore plus précieuse pour les producteurs, les chercheurs et les partenaires de l’ensemble du secteur porcin canadien.

Le Pôle de recherche porcine est désormais accessible à l’adresse suivante : porkresearchhub.ca

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Citations

Swine Innovation Porc (SIP)

« SIP a réuni des partenaires pour créer le Pôle de recherche porcine, car la recherche prend toute sa valeur lorsqu’elle est facile à trouver, simple à utiliser et orientée vers l’action. Cette plateforme offre au secteur porcin canadien une base plus solide pour partager les connaissances et les mettre en pratique. »

— Daniel Ramage, directeur général
Swine Innovation Porc (SIP)

Prairie Swine Centre (PSC)

« Les éleveurs recherchent des informations pratiques et fondées sur la science qu’ils peuvent mettre en œuvre dans leur exploitation. Le Pôle de recherche porcine contribue à combler le fossé entre la recherche et la pratique en rendant ces précieuses connaissances plus faciles d’accès, plus compréhensibles et plus faciles à mettre en œuvre. Nous sommes fiers d’apporter notre expertise et nos ressources à une plateforme qui favorise une prise de décision éclairée dans l’ensemble du secteur. »

— Dr. Murray Pettitt, PDG
Prairie Swine Centre (PSC)

Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ)

« La collaboration et le partage des connaissances sont essentiels pour faire progresser l’innovation dans le secteur porcin canadien. Le Pôle de recherche porcine offre de nouvelles occasions de mettre en relation chercheurs, producteurs et partenaires de l’industrie, tout en améliorant l’accès à des ressources bilingues et à des informations pratiques susceptibles d’aider les producteurs partout au pays. »

— Jacques Faucher, directeur général
Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ)

Centre canadien pour l’amélioration des porcs (CCAP)

« Le secteur porcin canadien est porté par l’innovation, les données et la génétique. Le Pôle de recherche porcine offre une importante plateforme nationale pour diffuser ces connaissances à grande échelle. En rendant la recherche et les ressources techniques plus accessibles, le Pôle favorisera l’amélioration continue et aidera le secteur à demeurer concurrentiel dans une industrie en évolution rapide. »

— Brian Sullivan, PDG
Centre canadien pour l’amélioration des porcs (CCAP)

À propos du Pôle de recherche porcine
Le Pôle de recherche porcine est une plateforme nationale bilingue qui met en relation le secteur porcin canadien avec la recherche, l’innovation et les connaissances pratiques. Créé grâce à un partenariat entre Swine Innovation Porc (SIP), le Prairie Swine Centre (PSC), le Centre de développement du porc du Québec (CDPQ) et le Centre canadien pour l’amélioration des porcs (CCAP), le Pôle offre un accès centralisé à des articles de recherche, des ressources techniques, des webinaires, des vidéos et des témoignages d’innovation qui soutiennent le développement du secteur porcin canadien.

Pour plus d’informations, veuillez contacter :

Cole Christensen
Responsable des communications et des relations avec les intervenants
Swine Innovation Porc
info@swineinnovationporc.ca
(403) 589-3529

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on June 15, 2026, 10:09am

Meat Processors Welcome National Food Security Strategy but Warn of Export Market Risks and Labour Gaps

June 15, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) – The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) and Canada’s federally licensed red meat processing sector welcome the Government of Canada’s recently announced National Food Security Strategy, particularly its commitment to strengthening domestic food processing capacity. However, the sector is raising concerns about proposed exemptions from federal food safety requirements for non-federally licensed processors, which could create risks for international market access, as well as the absence of measures to address persistent labour shortages in the agri-food sector.

“Canada’s meat processors are at the heart of agricultural communities across the country,” said Sylvain Fournaise, Chair of the CMC. “We welcome the initial investments aimed at expanding domestic food processing capacity, especially at a time when many companies— including small and medium-sized beef processors—are facing significant financial pressures driven by high input costs and evolving global market conditions.”

The strategy includes $1 billion in Farm Credit Canada financing for food and agriculture businesses, $150 million for small and medium-sized enterprises, and $100 million to support the commercialization of agricultural innovation. However, it also proposes exemptions from the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations for certain non-federally licensed processors. These regulations underpin Canada’s federally inspected meat system and guide Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) oversight of federally licensed establishments, ensuring consistent food safety standards for both domestic and international markets.

“The Canadian food safety system, administered by the CFIA under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, is recognized internationally as a benchmark for high standards,” said Kyle Larkin, President & CEO of the CMC. “Any measures that create parallel or differentiated regulatory frameworks risk undermining the confidence that underpins Canada’s export market access. Federally licensed processors continue to invest heavily to maintain the highest food safety standards, and it is important that regulatory changes do not unintentionally disadvantage that system.”

Despite significant investments aimed at expanding food processing capacity, the strategy does not include a plan to address ongoing labour shortages in the agri-food sector. With the expiration of the Agri-Food Pilot in the spring of 2025, the CMC continues to work with industry partners to advocate for a permanent immigration stream for agri-food workers to support longterm sector growth and resilience.

“Many meat processors across Canada are unable to operate at full capacity due to persistent labour shortages,” added Larkin. “This is not only affecting current production and Canada’s food security objectives, but is also constraining planned investments in facility expansion.

Without a durable solution following the Agri-Food Pilot, the sector’s ability to contribute fully to Canada’s economy will remain limited.”

The Canadian Meat Council looks forward to working with the Government of Canada to advance policies that strengthen domestic food processing capacity, ensure regulatory consistency, and support a stable and skilled workforce, while maintaining Canada’s internationally recognized food safety standards.

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About the Canadian Meat Council: The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) is the national voice of Canada’s federally licensed red meat industry, representing packers, processors, and suppliers across the beef, pork, veal, lamb, and bison sectors. For more than a century, CMC has championed policies that strengthen the industry’s global competitiveness, from securing market access at home and abroad to advancing a modern, evidence-based regulatory environment. CMC members take pride in delivering world-class, high-quality, safe food to consumers both at home and in markets around the world. Recognized as a trusted authority and voice on red meat-related issues, CMC works closely with government and stakeholders to support high standards in food safety, animal welfare, and sustainability, while delivering value and advocacy for its growing membership. For more information, visit www.meatcouncil.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:

Julia Pennella
Canadian Meat Council (CMC)
647-987-1934 | julia@meatcouncil.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on June 12, 2026, 1:53pm

Grain Growers of Canada Welcomes National Food Security Strategy, Calls for Concrete Action

June 12, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Grain Growers of Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s National Food Security Strategy and its recognition that keeping food affordable means supporting the farmers who grow it through modern regulations, reliable supply chains, domestic market opportunities, and successful farm succession.

Grain farmers are at the heart of our country’s food security, with up to 30 per cent of their annual crop production destined for Canadian markets. Their ability to produce competitively depends on the broader cost environment around them, including access to inputs, efficient regulations, reliable transportation systems, and market opportunities at home.

Recent commitments to update the mandate of Health Canada’s Pesticides Regulatory Directorate, formerly the Pest Management Regulatory Agency, to account for food security and the cost of food are an important step.

The government’s move to improve access to crop protection tools, while maintaining Canada’s high safety standards, further reflects the need for a regulatory system that supports innovation, competitiveness, and food security.

With over 97 per cent of Canadian farms family owned and operated, GGC welcomes the government’s focus on succession planning, including measures to help young farmers enter the sector, access financing, and take over family operations. The next generation of farmers will be critical to the future of Canadian agriculture and the country’s long-term food security.

GGC will be looking to ensure these commitments translate into concrete action: faster approvals for key farm inputs, reliable supply chains that move Canadian grain to market, expanded domestic market opportunities, and increased federal investment in agricultural research.

Canada’s grain farmers are ready to do their part to support food affordability and food security for Canadians and customers around the world. The right policy environment will help them deliver.

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About Grain Growers of Canada (GGC):
As the national voice for Canada’s grain farmers, Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) represents over 100,000 producers through our 15 national, provincial and regional grower groups. Our members steward 120 million acres of land to grow food for Canadians and for 160 countries around the world, creating $45 billion in export value annually. As the farmer-driven association for the grains sector, GGC champions federal policies that support the competitiveness and profitability of grain growers across Canada.

For more information, please contact:
Hana Sabah
Sr. Manager, Communications
Grain Growers of Canada
514-834-8841 | hana@graingrowers.ca

NewsLine by Cole's Ag on June 2, 2026, 4:09pm

Grain Growers of Canada signs trilateral industry letter calling for CUSMA renewal and strengthening

June 2, 2026 (Ottawa, Ont.) — Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) has joined more than 160 agricultural organizations from Canada, the United States and Mexico in signing a trilateral industry letter calling for the renewal and strengthening of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA/T-MEC).

The letter, addressed to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Canadian Minister Responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade Dominic LeBlanc, and Mexican Secretary of Economy Marcelo Ebrard, calls on all three governments to protect the integrated North American agricultural trading framework ahead of the July 1, 2026, joint review.

Canadian grain farmers have a direct stake in the outcome.

Canada exports over 70 per cent of the grain it grows, generating $45 billion in annual export value. The United States is the sector’s largest trading partner, with over $17 billion in grain and grain products flowing there annually, a highly integrated market that cannot be replaced at scale. From 2024 to 2025, the export value of Canadian grain and grain products decreased by over $2.3 billion, a reflection of how quickly market access disruptions translate into farm-level losses.

Reliable, rules-based market access is a core requirement for farm viability, and CUSMA has been central to that. The agreement has supported export growth for grain, oilseed and pulse producers since its entry into force, with Canadian grain flowing through North American supply chains and onward to global markets.

The July 1 joint review is an opportunity to reinforce an agreement that creates stability and predictability: conditions producers need to make long-term investments, sign forward contracts, and keep grain moving to global customers. As negotiations get underway, Canada’s grain sector must be front of mind. Anything less puts export value, farm livelihoods, and billions in annual economic activity at risk.

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For more information, please contact:
Hana Sabah
Sr. Manager, Communications
Grain Growers of Canada
514-834-8841 | hana@graingrowers.ca