Steady Climb in the Value of Farmland

The average value of farmland across Canada continued its steady climb in 2017.

Farm Credit Canada released their 2017 Farm Land Values Report today.

Last year, the average value of Canadian farmland increased 8.4 per cent.

 

Ag for Life Takes their Show on the Road

Ag for Life is ready to hit the highway and deliver safety programming.

Ag for Life's new Rural Safety Unit trailer is a mobile classroom they'll take to schools, fairs and other events to educate people on farm and rural safety.

The trailer was in the works for a year and a half, and was unveiled last week.

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Turning Your Farm into a Dynasty

An American business advisor recently traveled the Province speaking about turning your farm into a dynasty.

Carl Gould says, diversifying your operation can change your farm from a legacy into a dynasty.

He says, family farms can get into different lines of business by building on the strengths and interests of all family members.

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Agriflash Fun Fact!

Your Monday Agriflash fun fact is 1 in 8 Canadian jobs are in agriculture or agri-food.

 

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