by Trina Berlo | Apr 17, 2026 | News
The first phase of a new Economic Development Strategy for Clearview Township is complete, and points to the continued importance of agriculture to the local economy, and our way of life. Consulting firm McSweeny and Associated launched stakeholder engagement in March...
by Trina Berlo | Apr 17, 2026 | Opinion
Two schools of thought are emerging about farmers’ use of crop protection products, such as pesticides, this growing season. And they’re at either end of the spectrum. One school says farmers will use more products than usual. That sounds like unconventional thinking,...
by Trina Berlo | Apr 17, 2026 | News
“It’s a good time to be a beef farmer,” said Jim Whitley. “Grazing, and cattle in general, are back in vogue.” After a period of bad press, cattle are now being viewed as beneficial to land stewardship. Also, due to a number of factors, retail demand for beef is the...
by Trina Berlo | Apr 17, 2026 | News
Crop protection is the science and practice of managing weeds, pests, diseases, and other environmental stressors to safeguard agricultural crops, ensuring high yields, food security, and economic viability through the use of chemical, biological, and cultural methods...
by Trina Berlo | Apr 17, 2026 | News
Growing up in Chesley, Taylor Legge never imagined a career in agriculture. She was – and still is – passionate about climate change, and headed off to the University of Guelph to study Environmental Science. One year into the program, Legge had an epiphany. She...
