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Nutrien no longer pursuing Geismar clean ammonia project
SASKATOON, Sask. — Nutrien says it's no longer pursuing its Geismar clean ammonia project as part of a move to simplify its portfolio and focus on its core assets. The company made the announcement in a press release ahead of its annual investor day.
Jun 12, 2024 2:44 PM
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Conservatives oppose Liberal tax changes that include adjustment to capital gains tax
OTTAWA — A motion increasing the proportion of capital gains that are taxed in Canada easily passed the House of Commons Tuesday, as the governing Liberals and Conservatives traded barbs about whether it will harm the middle class or make the country
Jun 11, 2024 6:01 PM
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Canada aims to protect cattle industry as U.S. avian flu outbreak spreads
CALGARY — As an outbreak of avian influenza in dairy herds south of the border continues to spread, Canadian officials say they are doing everything they can to protect this country's livestock industry.
Jun 5, 2024 1:37 PM
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Scientists are on a quest for drought-resistant wheat, agriculture's 'Holy Grail'
CALGARY — Plant biologist Marcus Samuel has been working for more than a decade to improve the climate resilience of crops.
Jun 2, 2024 3:00 AM
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Spring rains welcome, but drought risk lingers in Western Canada
CALGARY — A wetter-than-expected spring has Western Canadian farmers breathing a sigh of relief, but drought remains a significant worry.
May 31, 2024 1:49 PM
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Ag Growth International shares jump after rejecting unsolicited takeover offer
WINNIPEG — Shares of Ag Growth International Inc. closed up more than 11 per cent Wednesday after the company said it had rejected an unsolicited takeover offer. AGI shares closed up $5.13, or 11.15 per cent, to $51.
May 29, 2024 2:17 PM
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Cattle rustling comes to Quebec as police investigate suspected theft of entire herd
MONTREAL — Jonathan Fortin woke up Friday morning to check on his herd of Black Angus cattle, only to find his field was empty.
May 27, 2024 1:58 PM
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Wild breed shows potential for developing drought-resistant potato: researcher
CHARLOTTETOWN — Federal scientists in Atlantic Canada are trying to develop a new breed of potato that is better adapted to growing conditions brought on by climate change.
May 20, 2024 3:00 AM
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Health professionals take climate action to care for patients and the planet
From new plant-leaning hospital menus tofewer surgical gloves and single-use syringes, health-care professionals are finding ways to combat waste and pollutants. Dr.
May 17, 2024 8:30 PM
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Nutrien CEO encouraged by strong demand and fertilizer market stabilization
Improved mine automation helped fertilizer giant Nutrien Ltd. increase potash production in the first quarter amid strong demand for its products, the company’s chief executive said.
May 9, 2024 1:53 PM
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