agriculture

February 11, 2025

Upholding Organic Integrity: Fromagerie L’Ancêtre’s Commitment to Authentic Dairy Practices 

Organic integrity lies at the heart of sustainable agriculture, ensuring that products are created with respect for nature, animal welfare, and the health of consumers. At Fromagerie L’Ancêtre, this commitment has been our guiding principle since our inception in 1992. As one of Canada’s pioneers in organic dairy production, we are proud to continue raising the bar for excellence in organic practices.
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January 22, 2025

Global Unity in Organic Agriculture: Insights from Taiwan’s General Assembly

As I boarded my flight to Taiwan to attend the 16th annual Organic World Congress (OWC) in which I would also chair the 2024 General Assembly of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM), a mixture of anticipation and gratitude filled me. This was not just a professional milestone but also a deeply personal one—a chance to stand at the crossroads of change for the global organic movement. 
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January 9, 2025

Advocating for Canada’s organic sector 

Organic Month, celebrated annually each September, is an exciting time for businesses and communities to come together and promote sustainable, healthy living. This year, three standout companies took the challenge to new heights, each finding creative ways to engage their teams and customers with organic education and activities. Let’s take a closer look at the inspiring initiatives from Compass Group Canada at Acadia University, Northern Nutraceuticals, and Raise the Root Organic Market. 
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November 4, 2024

Celebrating Organic Champions: A Spotlight on Organic Month Workplace Challenge Winners 

Organic Month, celebrated annually each September, is an exciting time for businesses and communities to come together and promote sustainable, healthy living. This year, three standout companies took the challenge to new heights, each finding creative ways to engage their teams and customers with organic education and activities. Let’s take a closer look at the inspiring initiatives from Compass Group Canada at Acadia University, Northern Nutraceuticals, and Raise the Root Organic Market. 
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October 2, 2024

miyo mîciwin – miyo mâcihowin: Indigenous peoples and food in Canada

In June of 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) released its 94 Calls to Action , which seek to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance processes of reconciliation in Canada. As implied in the deliberate naming of the TRC, ‘truth’ must come before ‘reconciliation’
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October 1, 2024

Exploring the Roots of Organic Farming: COTA’s visit to Rodale Institute  

I have been on my organic journey for 3 years now and I am constantly learning everywhere I can to deepen my organic knowledge. If you have not connected with me before now, I am Sophie Marvell, the Senior Communications Coordinator here at the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA).
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May 29, 2024

George Brown College Achieves Historic Milestone: Awarded COTA’s Gold Organic Campus Designation, a Canadian First

In April 2023, George Brown College in Toronto became Canada's first post-secondary institution to earn the Gold Organic Campus Designation from the Canada Organic Trade Association, showcasing its commitment to sustainability.
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April 22, 2024

Enhancing Sustainability: Nitrogen Management and Cover Crops in Organic Farming

Organic farming, rooted in ecological and biological principles, offers a pathway toward sustainable agriculture. By adopting nitrogen management practices and integrating cover crops, farmers can not only enhance soil health but also contribute significantly to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
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