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After a six month break from Parliamentary business...M-Ps are returning to Ottawa for the first sitting of the year. It's expected to be short, but busy. The Conservatives and Liberals both held caucus meetings Sunday. Also: Five years after George Floyd's murder by a white police officer, Minneapolis honours the man whose name and image inspired an international movement against police killings of Black people. And: RFK Jr. is sticking his neck out for a flock of ostriches on a BC farm. He wants the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to call of a planned cull of the big birds.Plus: Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine, the future of U-N peacekeeping and Rome's Baroque history, and more.
On The Other Side of Midnight, Dominic starts the show talking about overbearing parents interfering with their children's sports games and Rep. Nancy Mace revealing nude photos of herself during a House hearing as she details the issue of nude pictures being taken without consent. Lionel later takes over and gets into the crowd psychology phenomenon of 'automourning'. He moves on to talk about ostrich abuse in British-Columbia, Canada that goes deep into bird flu issues, big pharma influence and more. He is joined by ostrich farmer Katie Pasitney to discuss her experience being targeted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. In the third hour, Lionel discusses genetically engineered foods, the origins of the mediterranean diet and stupid people spreading misinformation. Lionel wraps up the show talking about Amazon and Amazon packages being everywhere all the time. He also talks about driving a librarian, telethon worker and CBS typist insane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel takes over and gets into the crowd psychology phenomenon of 'automourning'. He moves on to talk about ostrich abuse in British-Columbia, Canada that goes deep into bird flu issues, big pharma influence and more. He is joined by ostrich farmer Katie Pasitney to discuss her experience being targeted by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lionel talks with ostrich farmer Katie Patisney on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency demanding her ostrich herd be culled because of bird flu concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, we're looking at Prime Minister Mark Carney's Trump-style signing of a middle-class tax cut, a promise new Finance Minister Francois-Phillipe Champagne said would be the Liberals' top priority when Parliament returns on May 26. Plus, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre spoke about the importance of pipeline development to Canada's economy and warned Carney's decision to keep climate radical Steven Guilbeault in cabinet was further antagonizing provinces like Alberta and Saskatchewan. And finally, the case of hundreds of ostriches facing a cull order from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is going viral online. Rebel News reporter Drea Humphrey has been covering the story and is headed to the remote farm.
Leighton Walters is an Australian expat who was told he could not serve Vegemite at his Canadian Cafe because of the added Vitamin B in the spread. However, there is some good news in Walters fight against the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Leighton Walters told Luke Bradnam on 4BC Breakfast, "About 36 hours ago that the CFIA had a change of heart and basically gave us the tentative short-term thumbs up to put Vegemite back on the menu." "It is a win for small business and a win for Australia." "Don't touch Vegemite." "I said there are bigger issues in Canada than worrying about added B vitamins in a fermented yeast extract that's such an iconically Australian brand," Mr Walters said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The highly pathogenic avian influenza has not been detected in dairy cattle or other cattle in Canada and is a reportable disease under the Health of Animals Act.. It has been present in the United States for over a year. Dairy cows in the US have tested positive for the first time to the new D1.1 strain of the H5N1 avian flu. Canadian authorities are following the evolution of the situation very closely. Our guest is a veterinarian and the National Manager of Ruminant and Swine Programs at the Animal Health Branch of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Dr. Geneviève Toupin. Together, we look at what Canadian dairy farmers can do to prepare and be ready for the HPAI.
On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl podcast, your host Brian Halbleib talks with Craig Lalonde from Ontario, Canada about his experiences in waterfowl hunting and his involvement with the Punisher Waterfowl brand. Craig shares insights into his hunting journey, the evolution of his tactics, and the challenges he faces in securing permission for hunting. They also discuss the trends in bird populations and migration, as well as the importance of maintaining a positive attitude in the face of challenges. They discuss the resurgence of outdoor shows, particularly in the waterfowl community. They explore the positive changes in community engagement through organizations like Ducks Unlimited, the importance of volunteering, and the vibrant waterfowl hunting culture in Ontario. The discussion also touches on hunting regulations, accessibility for non-residents, and memorable outdoor experiences, highlighting the camaraderie and passion within the waterfowl hunting community. Craig shares his unique hunting experiences and the challenges of hunting in adverse weather. He discusses his future hunting plans, including aspirations to hunt snow geese and the potential addition of a hunting dog to his adventures. The conversation also touches on favorite hunting memories, recipes, and the sentimental value of hunting with family. Craig's insights into the hunting community and his personal journey make for an inspiring and relatable discussion.. Takeaways Craig has been involved in waterfowl hunting since childhood. He works for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Craig's connection with Punisher Waterfowl began through Ducks Unlimited. Public speaking has been a part of Craig's life for many years. He emphasizes the importance of community in hunting. Migration patterns have changed over the years, affecting bird populations. Craig has adapted his hunting tactics to current conditions. Securing hunting permissions can be challenging but rewarding. He encourages new hunters to keep trying and present themselves well. Craig believes success in hunting is not just about the numbers. The hunting community can have both positive and negative influences. Outdoor shows are experiencing a resurgence post-COVID. Community engagement in waterfowl organizations is crucial. Volunteering can lead to meaningful experiences and connections. Waterfowl hunting is significant in Ontario due to agricultural opportunities. Hunting culture varies significantly between regions. Access to hunting areas can be easier in rural provinces. Networking with local farmers can open up hunting opportunities. Regulations for non-resident hunters can vary by province. Memorable outdoor experiences often shape a hunter's journey. Craig recalls a memorable elk encounter while hunting in Ontario. He shares a terrifying experience of being caught in a storm while hunting. Future hunting plans include snow goose hunting and trips to Lake St. Clair. Craig is considering getting a hunting dog, influenced by discussions on a podcast. He expresses a nostalgic preference for hunting in small backwater areas. Craig's favorite duck is the ringneck, which he finds beautiful up close. He shares a unique recipe for cooking skinless Canada goose. The importance of family in hunting experiences is highlighted. Craig's Instagram handle, 'Triple Threat Hunter', originated from a humorous nickname. He emphasizes the joy of spending time with family during hunting trips. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://tinyurl.com/MigrationWaterfowlStore Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -The 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods is set to take effect tomorrow (Tues). Provincial Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison says that was a topic of discussion while he was in the States last week. -The Canadian Food Inspection Agency provided some details on where they're at with testing an infected herd as part of their ongoing investigation into Bovine TB. -Kevin Hursh of SaskAgToday.com commented on that as well as a few other topics on the latest SaskAgToday.com Roundtable.
More Canadians are finding they've been overcharged for meat weighed at the grocery stores. And some are saying – the enforcement isn't strong enough. Most of the time, there are no penalties, although the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has the power to impose them.Also: Corporations are getting into the veterinary business. A joint investigation between The Fifth Estate, Marketplace – and Radio-Canada's Enquete and La Facture looks at the changing pet care industry. And how it might affect prices when you take your pet in for health care.And: The immigration crackdown begins in the U.S. Already hundreds of people have been deported to Guatemala via military plane. Critics are questioning the tactics and the use of the military in the new president's plan.Plus: Vancouver's plan to deal with the Downtown East Side, sedentary kids, returning home in Gaza, and more.
In July, there was a recall on two brands of plant-based milks, Silk and Great Value, after a listeria outbreak that led to at least 20 illnesses and three deaths. Public health officials determined the same strain of listeria had been making people sick for almost a year. When Globe reporters began looking into what happened, they found a surprising fact: the facility that the bacteria was traced to had not been inspected for listeria in years.The reporters learned that in 2019 the Canadian Food Inspection Agency introduced a new system that relies on an algorithm to prioritize sites for inspectors to visit. Investigative reporters Grant Robertson and Kathryn Blaze Baum talk about why this new system of tracking was created, and what went wrong.
In July, there was a recall on two specific brands of plant-based milks, Silk and Great Value, after a listeria outbreak that led to at least 20 illnesses and three deaths. Public health officials determined the same strain of listeria had been making people sick for almost a year. When Globe reporters began looking into what happened, they found a surprising fact: the facility that the bacteria was traced to had not been inspected for listeria in years. So how did this happen?They also learned that in 2019 the Canadian Food Inspection Agency introduced a new system that relies on an algorithm to prioritize sites for inspectors to visit. Investigative reporters Grant Robertson and Kathryn Blaze Baum talk about why this new system of tracking was created, and what went wrong.Questions? Comments? Ideas? E-mail us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has released a report on the latest recommendations and feedback relating to modernizing the seed regulations in Canada.The process began in 2021 and covers several areas from import to export, seed conditioning, storage, testing and labeling to seed sales. The National Manager for the Seed Section of the CFIA, Wendy Jahn (Yawn) says a number of the regulations, policies and programs interact with each other and rather than making changes one at a time it makes more sense to take a holistic approach to modernizing the system.Animal Health Canada has been awarded 13 million dollars to further its efforts to improve conditions for farmed animals in Canada. AHC will continue its collaborative work to advance animal health and welfare in Canada. Executive Director Colleen McElwain says the goal is to build a more resilient and responsive industry that can meet both current and future challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can you imagine a team of detectives tirelessly working around the clock to solve mysteries that affect public health? On today's podcast we're shedding light on foodborne illness investigations in a guest podcast episode from Inspect and Protect, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's podcast with hosts Michelle Strong and Greg Rogers. Today's expert panel of guests includes Tanis Kershaw and Courtney Smith from the Public Health Agency of Canada's Outbreak Management Division, Fred Jamieson, the Food Safety Recall Specialist in the Food Safety Investigation Recall Unit, and Angela Catford, Section Head of Health Risk Assessment at Health Canada. From identifying outbreaks to tracing contaminated foods, their work is essential in safeguarding our health. Stay with us as we explore how these experts collaborate during outbreaks, from initial detection to risk assessment and more. Guest Episode Inspect and Protect is the official podcast of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency with a focus on sharing stories about safe food, healthy animals and disease and pest-free plants. Bios:Greg Rogers Greg Rogers is the Communications Manager for the four Atlantic provinces at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. He also co-hosts “Inspect and Protect”, the CFIA's official podcast all about food safety, plant and animal health. He is based in Moncton, New Brunswick. Michelle Strong Michelle Strong is Senior Communications Advisor for Animal Health Programs for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. She is also co-host for “Inspect and Protect”, the CFIA's official podcast all about food safety, plant and animal health. She lives in Ottawa, Ontario. Tanis Kershaw Tanis Kershaw is an acting manager with the Outbreak Management Division at the Public Health Agency of Canada. Experienced Epidemiologist with a demonstrated history of working in local, provincial, federal and international levels of public health over the past 17 years. Skilled in outbreak detection and investigation, surveillance, data analysis and research. Courtney Smith Courtney Smith is a senior epidemiologist and works alongside the Outbreak Management Division at the Public Health Agency of Canada. Fred Jamieson Fred Jamison is the Food Safety Recall Specialist with the Office of Food Safety Recall in the Food Safety Investigation Recall Unit. Angela Catford Angela Catford is the Section Head of the Health Risk Assessment Section at Health Canada. Resources Subscribe to food recalls and alerts Find out where to report a food complaint or concern How we decide to recall a food product Investigating outbreaks of foodborne illnessConnect with us: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube , emailSign up for our newsletter
On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -A few more cattle prices were recorded in the weekly cattle market update. -Brazil is having a growing influence on the world, according to a speaker who did a presentation at last month's Canada Beef Industry Conference in Saskatoon. -The Canadian Food Inspection Agency provided guidance for any cattle producer planning on traveling to the United States for upcoming cattle shows.
Do you ever wonder what all those dates on your food mean? What's safe to eat and what should you toss? Today, we're discussing food date labeling with a guest podcast episode from Inspect and Protect, The Canadian Food inspection Agency podcast with hosts Greg Rogers and Michelle Strong. Today, Laura Reid, a date labeling expert from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency breaks down the difference between best before dates, which are about food quality, and expiry dates, which focus on safety. She shares tips on how to handle foods after their best before dates and why proper storage matters. Stick around to learn how these labels help prevent food waste and ensure your pantry stays fresh. Guest Episode Inspect and protect is the official podcast of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency with a focus on sharing stories about safe food, healthy animals and disease and pest free plants. Related articles: Date labelling on pre-packaged foods Safe food storage (Health Canada) Love Food, Hate Waste RECYC-QUÉBEC – French only Canada's National Zero Waste Council Government of Canada launches Food Waste Reduction Challenge The First Sixteen Podcast - The opportunity of food waste (Episode 007) Connect with us: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube , emailSign up for our newsletter
Information Morning Moncton from CBC Radio New Brunswick (Highlights)
MSX, a disease that is fatal in wild oysters, but harmless to people, was found in several locations around Prince Edward Island. Summer host Khalil Akhtar spoke to Danielle Williams with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency about the threat it poses to the oyster industry.
Information Morning Saint John from CBC Radio New Brunswick (Highlights)
MSX, a disease that is fatal in wild oysters, but harmless to people, was found in several locations around Prince Edward Island. Summer host Khalil Akhtar spoke to Danielle Williams with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency about the threat it poses to the oyster industry.
Information Morning Fredericton from CBC Radio New Brunswick (Highlights)
MSX, a disease that is fatal in wild oysters, but harmless to people, was found in several locations around Prince Edward Island. Summer host Khalil Akhtar spoke to Danielle Williams with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency about the threat it poses to the oyster industry.
In this episode, guest host Leonard Zheng joins Allison to interview two LFS alumni that have each pursued graduate school. Manveen Kaur completed her B.Sc. in Applied Animal Biology at LFS thinking she would become a doctor or veterinarian. After falling in love with research in 3rd year, she decided to complete her undergraduate thesis and then continue on to complete an APBI Masters. Even though she thought she would go on to complete a PhD and continue with research, she now works with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency as a Multi-Program Inspector. Ann Yang completed her B.Sc. in Food, Nutrition and Health at LFS. After graduating, she went on to work in the non-profit sector, where she observed systemic issues that she felt unable to resolve. This workplace experience led her to pursue her Master's of Public Health at UBC, which she is currently working on. By pursuing the MPH, Ann intends to learn how to become a catalyst for change. Both Anna and Manveen give generously of their time to the LFS Young Alumni Council. Follow them on LinkedIn to learn about the various events and opportunities they organize for current LFS students and LFS alumni. Key Moments 00:01:08: Leonard and Allison share their ideas about graduate school - will Leonard go? Why did Allison go?= 00:03:50: Introduction to Young Alumni Council members Manveen Kaur and Ann Yang, with insights into their experiences, resources, and networking opportunities within the council. 00:04:47: The importance of networking from an alumni perspective. 00:05:58: Why Ann and Manveen decided to attend graduate school and their journeys to getting there. 00:08:48: A day in the life of a graduate student 00:12:25: Integrating an undergraduate degree in FNH with a graduate degree in Public Health (MPH). 00:14:27: APBI experiences and the difference between and undergraduate vs graduate degree. 00:18:55: How APBI has enhanced Manveen's experience working with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. 00:21:50: Ann and Manveen's advice on applying to UBC Grad School and choosing the right school.
On the phone-in: We discuss the elements that make for a dynamic downtown area in the Maritimes. Our guests are Paul MacKinnon in Halifax and Dawn Alan in Charlottetown. And off the top of the show, Dr Danielle Willliams from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency describes a parasite called MSX that affects oysters. MSX has been detected in Bedeque Bay on PEI and now the CFIA is doing more testing to see if it has spread.
Seg 1: Inside the ‘biohacking' longevity movement Longevity practices often come with a high financial cost, which can be prohibitive and create a sense of elitism in health and distrust in traditional healthcare systems. Guest: Ann Hui, Demographics Reporter for The Globe and Mail Seg 2: View From Victoria: David Eby has a busy first day back The Premier was back with a big announcement of more money for SFU medical school that is three years behind schedule and won't graduate doctors until 2029. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Should churches still be exempt from paying taxes? Critics argue that church tax exemptions cost municipalities millions, which could address social issues like affordable housing. Guest: Dr. Hillary Kaell, Associate Professor of Anthropology and Religion at McGill University Seg 4: What causes Listeria outbreaks? The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled several plant-based drinks due to potential listeria contamination Guest: Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, Director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety and Professor of Food Sciences at the University of Guelph Seg 5: Does the Vancouver Police Department need community oversight? Two community groups in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, have launched a new initiative called Police Oversight with Evidence and Research (POWER). The project aims to document troubling interactions with law enforcement Guest: Molly Beatrice, Community Organizer and Research Assistant with POWER Seg 6: Should cities bill the province for ER closures? The mayor of Merritt, Mike Goetz, is frustrated over the fifth emergency room closure at Nicola Valley Hospital this year. Goetz plans to bill the province for the costs incurred due to these closures. Guest: Michael Goetz, Mayor of Merritt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled several plant-based drinks due to potential listeria contamination Guest: Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, Director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety and Professor of Food Sciences at the University of Guelph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'THE RAW DOG FOOD TRUTH' PODCAST YOUR PET'S HEALTH IS OUR BUSINESS FRIENDS DON'T LET FRIENDS FEED KIBBLE www.RawDogFoodandCo.com Best complete pure raw dog food for healthy dogs and cats at lowest prices. Dr. Judy Jasek, DVM Holistic and Alternative Options for Cancer, and Allergies From Christine Massey's Work CDC "experts" fail to cite scientific evidence of "canine parvovirus" or contagion of symptoms https://christinemasseyfois.substack.com/p/cdc-experts-fail-to-cite-scientific Don't fall for the "avian influenza virus" hoax! https://christinemasseyfois.substack.com/p/dont-fall-for-the-avian-influenza May 10, 2023: The people at Canadian Food Inspection Agency confessed to having zero scientific proof of the existence of any alleged “virus” that they claim has ever affected livestock in Canada. Response, pgs 15/16: https://www.fluoridefreepeel.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Canadian-Food-Inspection-Agency-PACKAGE-redacted.pdf
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s third and final ruling announced Friday on gene-editing for crop variety development clears the path for this precise, cost-effective plant breeding tool to be used in Canada. Does this mean farmers will have access to new drought-resistant or nitrogen-efficient varieties for next year? Not so fast, says Krista Thomas, vice-president... Read More
Canadian Biotechnology Action Network coordinator Lucy Sharrat talks about why she's disappointed with a decision by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to approve the use of gene-edited crops as feed for livestock
A new invasive species called Hammerhead Worms has arrived in Ontario. Be aware of flat-headed worms - do not touch with bare hands, squash them to kill and report via iNaturalist.ca or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Take pictures first to confirm sighting. Meanwhile, pruning Forsythia, planting Dahlias, moving Hydrangea and Holy/Thai basil seed germination are all discussed this week on the Garden Show. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
The Canada Food Inspection Agency will continue to refer to highly pathogenic avian influenza in cattle as HPAI in cattle, and not refer to it as bovine influenza A virus (BIAV), as suggested by the American Association of Bovine Practitioners earlier this month. Dr. Martin Appelt, senior director for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, in... Read More
Thanks for tuning into this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio, with host Lyndsey Smith! On this episode we will hear: Stewart Skinner, Ontario farmer, on housing and land development on Ontario farmland; Dr. Martin Appelt with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency on HPAI in cattle including surveillance, testing, and more; A clip from... Read More
Thanks for tuning into this Tuesdays with Lyndsey edition of RealAg Radio, with host Lyndsey Smith! On this episode we will hear: Stewart Skinner, Ontario farmer, on housing and land development on Ontario farmland; Dr. Martin Appelt with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency on HPAI in cattle including surveillance, testing, and more; A clip from... Read More
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted a national soil survey to detect the presence of potato wart. However, the survey doesn't include Newfoundland and Labrador - one of the two provinces where the potato wart has been detected. We dig into the details with the acting director of Potato Program Response for the CFIA. (Anthony Germain with Patricia McAllister)
The Ministry of Labour is investigating an incident that occurred on Tuesday at a farm in the Town of Newbury. Police Chief Gary Conn will present the 2024 draft Chatham-Kent police budget to council on Tuesday. A licensed clinical psychologist from L.A. says a multi-pronged approach is needed to deal with addiction. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued multiple recalls for Malichita brand cantaloupes following an outbreak of salmonella.
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the issue of teenagers feeling tired and the temptation to medicate their fatigue with energy drinks or caffeine. She highlights the potential risks of consuming too much caffeine, especially for teens and college students. Dr. Kathy addresses the need for open conversations about sleep habits and healthier alternatives to boost energy. Listeners gain valuable insight on how to approach this topic with their kids and prioritize their overall health and well-being.
Extreme Weather and high heat Guest: Anthony Farnell, chief meteorologist, Global News Why strategies to cope with higher temperatures aren't keeping pace with global warming Guest: Jennifer Baumbusch, professor, School of Nursing, UBC Gap between Canada's rich and poor increasing at record speed Guest: Jim Davies, professor emeritus, department of economics, Western University Interest rate latest.. BoC decision on Wednesday Guest: Ron Butler, mortgage broker at Butler Mortgage How you can help prevent the spread of invasive species this summer Guest: Patricia McAllister, National Manager, Horticulture and Grains Section at Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Diana Mooij, Program Specialist for Canadian Food Inspection Agency Trans-Canada highway road trip Guest: Mark Richardson, automotive journalist, author of Canada's Road: A Journey on the Trans-Canada Highway from St. John's to Victoria
Ian Affleck discusses how science has played a pivotal role in ensuring Canadians have safe, affordable and abundant food. The advancements in plant breeding to gene editing have ensured Canadian farmers can use modern technology in an effort to be more environmentally friendly and produce the food the world needs. Host: Clinton MonchukClinton Monchuk grew up on a mixed dairy, beef and grain family farm outside of Lanigan, Saskatchewan. He received his Bachelors of Science in Agriculture majoring in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and Masters of Business Administration in Agriculture from the University of Guelph. Clinton has enjoyed numerous roles across Canada, the United States and Mexico as a researcher, educator, manager, economist and director of trade policy.In 2016 Clinton accepted the role of Executive Director with Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan to promote farming and ranching to consumers. Clinton understands the value of increasing public trust in agriculture and actively promotes engagement between the agriculture industry and consumers.Clinton, Laura and their children Jackson and Katelyn, continue to be active partners on their family grain and layer farm in Saskatchewan and cattle ranch in Oklahoma.Guest: Ian AffleckIan Affleck is the vice-president of plant biotechnology for CropLife Canada. In this role, Affleck works with domestic and international agricultural stakeholders and governments on the development of policies, regulations, and science related to plant biotechnology. Prior to joining CropLife Canada, Affleck worked at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for 10 years. His work there focused on the regulation of novel plants and new varieties. Affleck holds a bachelor of science in agriculture from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College, concentrating on agronomy and pest management. He also holds a master's degree in agriculture from the University of Guelph, specializing in horticulture and plant breeding. Affleck has been involved in agriculture from an early age, having grown up on a potato farm in Bedeque, Prince Edward Island. Resources:PlantsThat Defend ThemselvesGrowing Better CropsWhat is Gene EditingEpisode Credits: Research and writing by Dorothy Long and Penny Eaton, Produced and edited by Angela Larson and Michael Jordan, Music by Andy Ellison-Track title: Gravel Road Connect with us: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube , emailSign up for our newsletter
The first revision of the Prairie Nutrient Removal Calculator in more than 20 years is now available online for producers and agronomists.The updated version covers more crops, 15 in total, as well micro-nutrients boron, zinc, and copper. It was a three-year process covering 2020, 2021 and 2022Dr. Fran Walley, along with Dr. Rich Farrell are the research scientists with the University of Saskatchewan leading the effort. They'll talk about their work. Several government departments, consultations, and decisions are converging to clear a path for gene-editing technology to be approved as a breeding technique for conventional crops. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada minister Marie-Claude Bibeau announced that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency would move forward with Part 5 of the Seed Regulations, in line with Health Canada's decision a year ago. That decision set out that gene-editing was considered “non-novel” and would be treated as such through the regulatory system. Jim Everson with the Canola Council of Canada will talk about the updated guidance and how this will be beneficial to farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Ismahane Elouafi, Ph.D. is the Chief Scientist at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations ( https://www.fao.org/about/leadership/elouafi ). The FAO is an organization that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security. Dr. Elouafi leads the scientific mission of the organization, advocating for diversifying into neglected and underutilized crops, promoting use of non-fresh water in agriculture, rethinking food systems as a whole, and empowerment of women in science ( https://www.fao.org/science-technology-and-innovation/en ). From 2012 until her appointment at FAO, Dr. Elouafi was Director General at the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture based in the United Arab Emirates. In this role, she spearheaded the development and implementation of the center's long-term strategy and expanded its mandate to marginal environments, an agroecosystem concept which she helped to mainstream in the global research and development discourse. Dr. Elouafi had previously held senior scientific and leadership positions, including Senior Adviser to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Research Branch in Ottawa, Canada (2006-2007); the National Manager of Plant Research Section (2007-2010); and Director of Research Management and Partnerships Division at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (2010-2012). Dr. Elouafi had also worked as a scientist with several international research organizations, including the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center. Dr. Elouafi has been a member of various strategy expert panels and advisory groups, including with the Global Commission on Adaptation and HarvestPlus. Dr. Elouafi sits on the boards of the International Food Policy Research Institute, the USA; the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International, the UK; and the Professional Development Institute, Canada. Dr. Elouafi is also a member of the Scientific Group for the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit and of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) System Management Board. Dr. Elouafi's contributions to science and policy have been recognized with a number of prestigious awards and accolades, including the National Reward Medal by His Majesty Mohamed VI, the King of Morocco (2014), and the Excellence in Science Award from the Global Thinkers Forum (2014). Dr. Elouafi holds a B.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences (1993) and an M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding (1995) from the Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine, Morocco, and a Ph.D. in Genetics (2001) from the University of Cordoba, Spain. Support the show
Dr. Loren Matheson, Ph.D. is a Portfolio Manager at the Center For Security Science, at Defence Research and Development Canada ( DRDC - https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-research-development.html ), which is a special operating agency of the Department of National Defence, whose purpose is to provide the Canadian Armed Forces, other government departments, and public safety and national security communities with knowledge and technology. With a focus on the chemical and biological sciences at DRDC, Dr. Matheson develops and leads safety and security R&D projects with government partners, industry and academia. In addition, she spearheaded an effort to establish a virtual symposium series, developed communications products to explain their program to national and international partners, and helped established a science communication position. Dr. Matheson previously served as both a senior science advisor within the Office of the Chief Science Operating Officer, and National Manager, Plant Health Research and Strategies, at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. After 10 years consulting as a grants facilitator in clinical research, Dr. Matheson moved to the public service to pursue interests in science policy and security science. Dr. Matheson holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa and spent her post-doctoral time at the University of Saskatchewan, working on cell and molecular biology, as well as at the Royal University Hospital Canadian Arthritis Network focusing on pediatric rheumatology. Dr. Matheson is a 2022 Women in Defence and Security (WiDS) Emerging Leader ( https://www.wids.ca/cms/Emerging-Leaders ) for her exceptional work improving communications within DRDC's Center for Security Science in her first year as a Defence Scientist. PLEASE NOTE - the views and opinions expressed are those of the individual and should not be interpreted as representing official policies of the organizations or countries. CLARIFICATION: During recording Dr. Matheson alluded to the Canadian Safety and Security Program (CSSP) targeting proposals from Canadian government scientists. Please note that while CSSP does fund government science, the CSSP also funds research and development through academia and industry. The goal of the program is to allow Canadian government departments to meet their safety and security requirement with science and technology solutions in collaboration with industry and/or academia. Dev InterruptedWhat the smartest minds in engineering are thinking about, working on and investing in.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Manufacturing MattersInsights and interviews discussing trends, innovations, and advanced automation technologyListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
In this episode, Curtis Stone, whose farm has been internationally recognized as a flagship example of profitability and productivity for urban agriculture, shares wisdom from building an off-grid homestead for his family. He also describes his journey as a truth seeker, which started long before he even became a farmer. He details the new life he created as a result of standing up for that in which he believes. Topics covered in this interview: Curtis shares his story of the legal process of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency “trying to shake” him down on his farm, and how they backed down after he said he would charge them a consulting fee for spending time visiting to review it. A cultural renaissance happening in the rural areas, in the small communities, with a new breed of entrepreneurs developing. The importance of standing up for truth, even if not for yourself, but for your children. Curtis' goals of being in control with his homestead: food, water, energy and shelter. The awakening of the past two years, with more people becoming conscious of what's going on, and things becoming easier and easier as a result.. Pattern recognition of applying permaculture. Curtis' faith journey from being an atheist to now believing God is in everything, with AI drawing people away. The book, The Law of One, about cycles in life. Feeling in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration, to move beyond ego. “Unschooling” as a way Curtis' children are learning at home. Jim shared a private school he is creating to build self-reliance, starting with learning how to grow food. Curtis' process of going from no money and raising funds through a bike tour, to how he built a profitable “scalable” farm, tracking it in his book, The Urban Farmer. (https://www.amazon.com/Urban-Farmer-Growing-Profit-Borrowed/dp/0865718016) A glimpse of Curtis' farm, his three greenhouses, hot house, and benefits of growing food during winter. Curtis Stone is an author, farmer, homesteader and father. His book, The Urban Farmer, demonstrates organic-intensive techniques with a focus on business and systems to streamline labor and production. He offers a new way to think about farming, one where quality of life and profitability coexist. Curtis' farm, Green City Acres, is located in Kelowna, BC, Canada and was established in 2010. In an eight-month growing season the farm generates more than $75,000 per year on only one-third of an acre. This is done by specializing in a select group of high-value, quick growing crops that allow for multiple plantings in the same beds as well as calculated intercropping strategies. The farm has been recognized internationally, as a flagship example of how profitable and productive urban agriculture can be. In addition to spending the first twelve years of his career developing profitable systems for small farms, he has spent that same amount of time exploring solutions for freedom within the prison matrix in which we find ourselves. He has developed a 40-acre, off-grid homestead with his family which he has been documenting at https://fromthefield.tv and YouTube. Follow Curtis: Website: https://fromthefield.tv YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UrbanFarmerCurtisStone TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offgridwithcurtisstone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fromthefieldtv To learn about his courses: https://freedomfarmers.com/ Food Forest Abundance: Website: https://foodforestabundance.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoodForestAbundance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodforestabundance/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFAbundance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/food-forest-abundance/ The Jim Gale Show Podcast: https://linktr.ee/jimgaleshow Sponsored by The Weston A. Price Foundation: https://www.westonaprice.org
Earlier this year, Health Canada revised its rules to allow more genetically edited foods into the market without special safety checks. Now, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency may be on a similar path when it comes to genetically modified seeds. Dr. Cami Ryan with Bayer AG discusses the differing viewpoints between the public and scientific communities when it comes to the safety – and acceptance – of GM foods; plus, Marla Carlson with SaskOrganics shares why organic farmers are concerned that an upcoming decision by the CFIA may not include genetically modified seeds into a mandatory registry. Hosted by Geralyn Wichers.
Earlier this year, Health Canada revised its rules to allow more genetically edited foods into the market without special safety checks. Now, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency may be on a similar path when it comes to genetically modified seeds. Dr. Cami Ryan with Bayer AG discusses the differing viewpoints between the public and scientific communities when it comes to the safety – and acceptance – of GM foods; plus, Marla Carlson with SaskOrganics shares why organic farmers are concerned that an upcoming decision by the CFIA may not include genetically modified seeds into a mandatory registry. Hosted by Geralyn Wichers.
In this episode, Dr. Naheda Sahtout and Dr. Nicole Brown sit with us to discuss the experiences of individuals with disabilities in STEM and academia, and how we can make STEM more accessible for disabled individuals in the workplace, lab, and classroom! Dr. Naheda Sahtout (Ph.D) is an award-winning academic, researcher, scientist, and leader. Naheda completed her B.Sc. (Honours) in Biology from the University of Waterloo, M.Sc. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Guelph, and Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Saskatchewan. She is currently a Science Analyst in the Office of the Chief Science Operating Officer with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Naheda developed a strong interest in STEM outreach and finding innovative and creative ways of bringing STEM to rural and Indigenous communities during her graduate programs. She also found her passion in enhancing graduate education, and as a student leader worked hard to strengthening the student-supervisory relationship, finding more resources for graduate students, increasing the networking opportunities for graduate students with non-academic partners, and working on initiatives that prepare graduate students for non-academic careers. Aside from all her efforts on campus, she also finds time to volunteer in the community and spent much of her time in Saskatoon helping refugees and newcomers with the Saskatoon Open Door Society. Currently, she is the Managing director of the Muslim Achieving Excellence Scholarships Fund program, a national program dedicated to supporting excellence in youth. Having herself tackled an academic journey with a visual impairment; she is passionate about advocating for inclusivity, diversity, equality and accessibility in science. She is committed to redefining the landscape and finding ways to support women and girls succeed. She continues to dedicate her time to these matters, whether it is in the workplace or at a global level. Her unique background and first-hand experience navigating academia, combined with her fierce and enthusiastic nature, have given her the tools to be an excellent advocate for the matters that are close to her heart. Dr. Nicole Brown is a writer, social researcher, and associate professor working on the cusp of research/practice/teaching. She is Director of Social Research & Practice and Education Ltd and Associate Professor at University College London. Nicole's creative and research work relate to physical and material representations of experiences, the generation of knowledge, the use of metaphors, and more generally, research methods and approaches to explore identity and body work. Her books include Lived Experiences of Ableism in Academia: Strategies for Inclusion in Higher Education, Ableism in Academia: Theorising Experiences of Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses in Higher Education, Embodied Inquiry: Research Methods, and Making the Most of Your Research Journal. Her next books are Creativity in Education: International Perspectives and Photovoice, Reimagined. Nicole's creative nonfiction has been published in the Journal of Participatory Research Methods, So Fi Zine and The AutoEthnographer. Nicole shares her work at https://www.nicole-brown.co.uk and she tweets as @ncjbrown and @AbleismAcademia Listen to the Best of the WWEST on Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, iHeart, Gaana, and Castbox Visit wwest-cwse.ca to learn more about WWEST and to listen to other available episodes.
Harvest is nearly complete in southeast Saskatchewan; The CEO and President of Nutrien believes it is possible to produce more grain with less fertilizer; & The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has confirmed the presence of avian flu in a non-commercial non-poultry flock in the Langley Township.
Indonesia is taking steps to control a Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak in that country. The Swine Health Information Center monitors domestic and global diseases and provides monthly surveillance reports. Center Associate Director Dr. Megan Niederwerder says Foot and Mouth Disease virus has been on the radar for global detection since May because there have been substantial outbreaks, particularly in Indonesia where approximately 500,000 animals have been infected. She will talk about the importance of controlling the spread of the disease that can affect cattle and pigs. Saskatchewan's chief veterinary officer issued an Animal Health Order prohibiting the transport of birds to shows, auctions and fairs after several reports of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The disease is carried by migratory birds. The animal health order will remain in place until October 21, when it will be reviewed. Dr. Noel Ritson-Bennett is the Canadian Food Inspection Agency veterinary program manager and part of the CFIA's Western Area Response Team for avian influenza. He says this month's outbreak was expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Most people are at least vaguely familiar with Rabies - a fatal zoonotic disease that affects thousands of people and animals around the world. In North America, we are lucky to think about rabies rarely – usually in the context of an animal bite, or maybe faint memories of “Old Yeller” the movie, or when and if a bat gets into the house. Canadian veterinarians may see a case or two of rabies every few years in horses, cattle, dogs or cats, and occasionally in other mammalian species. With the surge of dogs imported into Canada through the pandemic the possibility of people being exposed to rabies from a pet dog has become more of a risk. Dr. Martin Appelt, the Senior Director of the Animal Health Programs Division at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, reviews the recent changes to import requirements for dogs, and the reasons for their implementation to protect Canadians. Links of Interest: CFIA Notice to industry: New measure prohibiting the entry of commercial dogs from countries at high-risk for dog rabies Countries at High Risk for dog rabies Questions to ask before you purchase or adopt an imported dog CVMA Information on Canine Importation into Canada CVMA Dog importation checklist Preventing Rabies in Imported Dogs - Dr. Scott Weese
Jeff speaks with Dr. Scott Bainbridge, Veterinarian and Owner Dundas West Animal Hospital, member board of directors for Golden Rescue.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency come together in this special two-part episode on honey fraud in Canada. Hear a scientist from each organization discuss how they identify fraudulent products – and listen to the CFIA's Inspect and Protect episode here for the perspective of a policy leader and a beekeeper!
Anthony Parker, Commissioner of the Plant Breeders' Rights Office within the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, explains the development of plant breeders' rights, how they are examined and how they function in Canada.Explore online:Plant Breeders' Rights... What are they?Plant Breeders' Rights Office
All regions of Manitoba were affected by excess moisture in the month of May, The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says avian influenza has been confirmed in a small flock in the Regional District of Peace River, & Over the last few years, salinity has become a real issue for many Saskatchewan farmers.
Alan speaks with Dr. Robert Hanner, a professor of integrative biology at the University of Guelph. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Toronto councillors are preparing to vote this week on the city
Canadian Food Inspection Agency has placed three farms in Ontario under strict quarantine because of bird flu/ New elected president of Canadian Cattlemen's Association/ and more!
On this episode I speak with Ellen Bayens of The Celiac Scene.com about things that have been of interest in the celiac and gluten free world over the past month. Ellen and I have a discussion about bloating – something that was never really a symptom for me, but as a symptom it should be talked about more. Ellen tells us of the recent product recall from Cavendish Farms, along with details of the new non-gluten status of Earth's Own oat beverage. The website to sign up for product recalls with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is - https://inspection.canada.ca/english/util/listserv/listsube.shtml. We both get wrapped up in a recent episode of Dr. Phil where he talks to a woman who is so fearful of ingesting gluten that she is changing everything to accommodate her fears. Dr. Phil gives us some valid information on how to evaluate a fear like this. Ellen found the evaluation criteria transposed well to help her in another area of her life. Ellen gives me her thoughts on a few of my recent podcast conversations including Dr. Melissa Ing, The Allergy Chef and Adam, who is Deanna's boyfriend. We also talk about how honest Aaron is on my Gluten Free Weigh In podcast after he was recently “glutened”. We round out our discussion with Selena's 15 Gluten Free Finds from Costco and my review of a recent online cooking class I participated in with Cinde, the Everyday Gluten Free Gourmet. NEWS FROM THE CELIAC SCENE Did You Keep Bloating a Secret? You're Not Alone! • Class 1 Food Recall Cavendish Farms Classic Hash Brown Patties & Potato Patties • Beware: Earth's Own Products (with gluten) Now Arriving at Coffee Shops • Celiac Frozen with Fear Meets with Dr. Phil A CANADIAN CELIAC PODCAST Interview with Dr. Melissa Ing, Dental Educator - Ep 213 • Interview with The Allergy Chef - Ep 214 Adam - Dating a Celiac - Ep 215 GLUTEN-FREE WEIGH IN PODCAST with Aaron Bariatric Surgery Prep Leads to Surprise Diagnosis with Celiac Disease • Preparing for Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery SELENA'S CORNER 15 Gluten-Free Finds at Costco GLUTEN FREE RECIPES & ONLINE CLASSES • Everyday Gluten Free Gourmet Zoom Class Calendar $30/kitchen for most classes. Invite friends & family March 23 | Beautiful Buttermilk Biscuits April 2| Yeast Bread Series - Pizza April 9 | Understanding Gluten Free Flour April 27: Homemade Pasta May 6 - Master Gluten Free Pastry Sue's Websites and Social Media – Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com Celiac Kid Stuff – https://www.celiackidstuff.com Baking Website – https://www.suesglutenfreebaking.com Instagram - @suesgfbaking YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUVGfpD4eJwwSc_YjkGagza06yYe3ApzL Email – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com
On this episode I speak with Ellen Bayens of The Celiac Scene.com about things that have been of interest in the celiac and gluten free world over the past month. Ellen and I have a discussion about bloating – something that was never really a symptom for me, but as a symptom it should be talked about more. Ellen tells us of the recent product recall from Cavendish Farms, along with details of the new non-gluten status of Earth's Own oat beverage. The website to sign up for product recalls with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is - https://inspection.canada.ca/english/util/listserv/listsube.shtml. We both get wrapped up in a recent episode of Dr. Phil where he talks to a woman who is so fearful of ingesting gluten that she is changing everything to accommodate her fears. Dr. Phil gives us some valid information on how to evaluate a fear like this. Ellen found the evaluation criteria transposed well to help her in another area of her life. Ellen gives me her thoughts on a few of my recent podcast conversations including Dr. Melissa Ing, The Allergy Chef and Adam, who is Deanna's boyfriend. We also talk about how honest Aaron is on my Gluten Free Weigh In podcast after he was recently “glutened”. We round out our discussion with Selena's 15 Gluten Free Finds from Costco and my review of a recent online cooking class I participated in with Cinde, the Everyday Gluten Free Gourmet. NEWS FROM THE CELIAC SCENE Did You Keep Bloating a Secret? You're Not Alone! • Class 1 Food Recall Cavendish Farms Classic Hash Brown Patties & Potato Patties • Beware: Earth's Own Products (with gluten) Now Arriving at Coffee Shops • Celiac Frozen with Fear Meets with Dr. Phil A CANADIAN CELIAC PODCAST Interview with Dr. Melissa Ing, Dental Educator - Ep 213 • Interview with The Allergy Chef - Ep 214 Adam - Dating a Celiac - Ep 215 GLUTEN-FREE WEIGH IN PODCAST with Aaron Bariatric Surgery Prep Leads to Surprise Diagnosis with Celiac Disease • Preparing for Bariatric Weight-Loss Surgery SELENA'S CORNER 15 Gluten-Free Finds at Costco GLUTEN FREE RECIPES & ONLINE CLASSES • Everyday Gluten Free Gourmet Zoom Class Calendar $30/kitchen for most classes. Invite friends & family March 23 | Beautiful Buttermilk Biscuits April 2| Yeast Bread Series - Pizza April 9 | Understanding Gluten Free Flour April 27: Homemade Pasta May 6 - Master Gluten Free Pastry Sue's Websites and Social Media – Podcast https://acanadianceliacpodcast.libsyn.com Podcast Blog – https://www.acanadianceliacblog.com Email – acdnceliacpodcast@gmail.com Celiac Kid Stuff – https://www.celiackidstuff.com Baking Website – https://www.suesglutenfreebaking.com Instagram - @suesgfbaking YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUVGfpD4eJwwSc_YjkGagza06yYe3ApzL Email – sue@suesglutenfreebaking.com Other Podcast – Gluten Free Weigh In – https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com
#GeekingOutSeries/Safety101/ChemicalsinFood/2This post is part of the Geeking Out series which presents data-driven information on food and farming, safety in the kitchen, practical science for cooks, cooking techniques and processes and other relevant nerdy stuff that every cook should know. For the next few weeks, we will be covering topics from the chapter, Safety 101. This is the second of a four part series.In part 1 of “I’ll Have The Poison on the Side Please,” we gave an overview on how and why American agriculture had devolved into a monoculture landscape of chemical fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. We continue the discussion by introducing a poison used not only in commercial farms, but in home gardens.Have you wondered why “gluten-free” is all the rage these days? In North America and Europe, an estimated 5% are either diagnosed with Celiac disease or are gluten-intolerant. Symptoms include “nausea, diarrhea, skin rashes, macrocytic anemia and depression,” and is “associated with numerous nutritional deficiencies as well as reproductive issues and increased risk to thyroid disease, kidney failure and cancer,” according to a study published by the US National Library of Medicine. Guess what it’s largely attributed to? Glyphosate, the active ingredient in a product we all know: Roundup.Roundup, manufactured by Monsanto and recently acquired by Bayer, is the largest selling herbicide in the world. Many home gardeners use it to kill weeds unaware that its main ingredient, glyphosate, has been linked to cancer, specifically non-Hodgkin lymphoma, currently the subject of several lawsuits. But that’s not all. A team of French scientists from the University of Caen found that an inert ingredient in Roundup, specifically polyethoxylated tallowamine, or POEA was “more deadly to human embryonic, placental and umbilical cord cells than the herbicide itself,” according to an article published by the Scientific American. They concluded that the formulation itself-- the combination of various ingredients in Roundup, “could cause cell damage and even death [at the] residual levels.”In the US, many farm products have an inordinately high amount of Roundup. According to an article published by the Environmental Working Group:“Most glyphosate is sprayed on “Roundup ready” corn and soybeans genetically engineered to withstand the herbicide. Increasingly, glyphosate is also sprayed just before harvest on wheat, barley, oats and beans that are not genetically engineered. Glyphosate kills the crop, drying it out so it can be harvested sooner than if the plant were allowed to die naturally.”The use of Roundup as a pre-harvest dessicant increases the chances of residuals, making wheat, barley, oats and beans particularly noxious. Fortunately, there is some good news. At the end of 2019, Kellogg’s, the ubiquitous cereals manufacturer, made a commitment to phase out oats and wheat treated with glyphosate by 2025. Second only to General Mills, Kellogg’s holds enormous sway over farms and suppliers and one can only hope that this will have a positive ripple effect across the industry. Even if a disingenuous marketing move (would you serve your child a bowl of poisoned cereal when you have an option that isn’t?), it is still a step in the right direction. However, it does beg the question of how many children and adults were and are still being slowly poisoned by common food items containing glyphosate? In tests commissioned by several groups including the Environmental Working Group, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Friends of the Earth and even the FDA, glyphosate was detected in most wheat-based products such as pizza, crackers, pasta and cereals. So yes, your typical American commercial food is pretty toxic and we’re all getting slowly poisoned every day.Herbicides with glyphosate, are already banned or restricted in many parts of the world including France, Germany, Argentina, India, Australia, and in some US cities like San Francisco, Seattle, Miami, Austin and Portland, ME. Why isn’t it banned everywhere? Capitalism, baby. The same reason the EPA under the previous administration allowed corporations to make our air and water dirtier by scrapping or relaxing regulations that limit pollution.After around 30,000 legal claims from customers who believed they developed cancer from glyphosate, there’s a bit of environmental good news: Bayer announced last year that it would no longer sell glyphosate-containing products, including Roundup, to home gardeners starting 2023. That’s a start. But unless it is banned completely, there’s still 280 million pounds applied annually to crop lands. You can bet a lot of that is making its way into our food system. While the sad reality is that we can’t currently rely on government or big business to safeguard our interests, specifically our health, we are not entirely helpless. How we choose to spend our dollar makes a difference and can influence how food is produced in the US. Buying organic or from local, sustainable farms is not just a hipster trend, it’s a commitment to consume healthy food, limit the impact on the environment and support farms and companies that are doing the right thing. If money were no object, everything we buy should be organic and/or local. But it’s expensive, initially. Over time, it’s much cheaper if you consider how much you’d be spending on outrageous medical bills and a reduced quality of life caused by a toxic diet. But for most of us, our brains don’t work this way. When you see organic bell peppers at nearly twice the price of conventionally grown ones, it’s easy to chuck good intentions aside and reach for the conventional ones. I’ve been there. And, it’s still an ongoing battle with my husband who has a difficult time resisting deals and sales. Thankfully, there’s the Dirty Dozen list.The Dirty DozenFruits, vegetables and other crops have varying degrees of pesticide, herbicide and other chemical residues based on their particular farming practices. Chemical residues, including petroleum-based wax applied to some produce for cosmetic purposes or to retain freshness, are mostly found on the outer layer of produce. So eating conventional spinach would be more toxic than a conventional banana where most of the chemical residues are on the discarded peel.Making sense of all this and recognizing that most of us can’t afford to buy everything organic, the Environmental Working Group releases an annual list of the twelve fruits and vegetables that have the most chemicals in them, and therefore are the produce that we should buy organic.The Dirty Dozen List (aka What You Should Buy Organic)(2021 list according to most toxic)1. Strawberries2. Spinach3. Kale4. Nectarines5.Apples6. Grapes7. Cherries8. Peaches9. Pears10. Bell Peppers11. Celery12. TomatoesYou can check their website for the full list at : https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/The list above pertains to fresh produce. But given what we now know of the high levels of Roundup in our wheat, barley, oats and beans, buying organic, including organic flour (pasta, cereals and other derivatives) and avoiding GMO products is also highly recommended.Then there’s the Clean Fifteen. The Environmental Working Group also releases an annual list of produce that don’t have as much chemicals in them. The Clean Fifteen (aka What You Don’t Have To Buy Organic)(2021 list according to cleanest/least toxic)1.Avocados2. Sweet Corn3. Pineapples4. Onions5. Papayas6. Sweet Peas Frozen7. Eggplants8. Asparagus9. Broccoli 10. Cabbages11. Kiwi12. Cauliflower13. Mushrooms14. Honeydew Melons15. CantaloupesComing up next in part 3: Steroids, Antibiotics and other Chemicals in Meat and Poultry Interested to learn more? Check out companion posts on Cooking Subversive:“I’ll Have The Poison on the Side Please” : Chemicals in our Foodpart 1: Chemical Fertilizers, Herbicides and PesticidesI Cook to Reclaim My Health Get full access to Cooking Subversive at cookingsubversive.substack.com/subscribe
Mental health is an essential facet of health and well-being for everyone, but there are unique facets of mental health that can be affected for all those who work with animals and who navigate the challenges associated with an animal health incident. Dr. Margaret McGeoghegan and Dr. Luc Bergeron discuss the significant mental health impacts of these situations on producers and veterinarians, and review how our government organizations are consistently working to improve communications and supports in these incredibly stressful scenarios. Dr. McGeoghegan currently works as a Canadian Food Inspection Agency veterinary program analyst and she is also a CFIA liaison for the vet college and the province of PEI. Additionally, she works closely with the provincial Chief Veterinary Officer, industry groups, and producers in PEI. As part of her work, she participates as a member of the CFIA National Human Destruction Emergency Response Team and working group. She participated in the 2004 Avian influenza outbreak in the Fraser Valley, B.C., that led to the development of national emergency response teams, and she trains and leads on many disease response exercises. She also was site commander in the Infectious Salmon Anemia outbreaks in Newfoundland in 2013 – so she has a strong understanding of the importance of strong leadership and clear communications to all those involved in an animal health incident. Dr. Bergeron is a veterinarian and epidemiologist who graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Montreal. He worked initially as a large animal veterinarian, and currently works in animal health surveillance, and is the coordinator of the surveillance network for bovine diseases at the Quebec Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. Links of Interest: Mental health supports for producers and agricultural workers: DoMoreAg: a not-for-profit organization focusing on mental health in agriculture across Canada. Canadian Mental Health Association: Mental Health in the Agriculture Industry B.C.: AgSafeBC Mental Health Resources Yukon: Farm Stress resources Alberta: Alberta Farm Mental Health Network Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan Farm Stress rural support services Manitoba: Manitoba Farm, Rural, and Northern support services Ontario: In the Know: A mental health literacy program for farmers and the agricultural community Connex Ontario, mental health support services Québec: Commision de la sante mentale du Canada: Cette ligne est accessible 24/7 partout au Québec. Newfoundland and Labrador: Farmer-specific Mental Health Resources Nova Scotia: Producer Specific mental health resources from Nova Scotia We Talk, We Grow: an initiative of Farm Safety Nova Scotia raising awareness and taking action to protect and nurture the mental health and well-being of Nova Scotia's farming community PEI: farmerstalk.ca : confidential counselling for farmers Farmer Assistance Program: counselling for farmers New Brunswick: Mental health resources News Release: Agriculture and Agri-food Canada: Governments Supporting Mental Health for Farming and Rural Communities Chicken Farmers of Canada: Mental Health and Agriculture resources Dairy Farmers of Canada: Mental Health resources Canadian Cattlemen's Association Mental Health resources Veterinary Mental Health: Canadian Veterinary mental health resources from the CVMA i-matter.ca: Mental health strategies for veterinarians and veterinary team members from OVMA
It’s time for another episode of RealAg Radio! On this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio, brought to you by SeCan, host Shaun Haney takes a deep dive in to seed regulatory modernization for the Canadian industry. You’ll hear from: Wendy Jahn, national manager of the seed section at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency; Mike Scheffel,... Read More
It’s time for another episode of RealAg Radio! On this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio, brought to you by SeCan, host Shaun Haney takes a deep dive in to seed regulatory modernization for the Canadian industry. You’ll hear from: Wendy Jahn, national manager of the seed section at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency; Mike Scheffel,... Read More
Some diseases have the potential to be so threatening to animal or human health, or so rapidly contagious, that veterinary authorities need to aware of a single case as soon as possible. For some of these reportable diseases, actions or interventions are required immediately, while for others, veterinary authorities need to be aware of their occurrence simply for disease surveillance and monitoring purposes. Veterinarians in practice, and even animal owners, are required to contact these authorities if they have even just the suspicion that an animal *might* have one of these reportable infections. Once a veterinarian has contacted the appropriate authorities, these federal veterinarians (from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency) and sometimes provincial veterinarians, are involved in the processes of disease surveillance for certain specific diseases. In the rare case of a significant disease outbreak, these experts monitor the patterns of disease spread, and when indicated, may be involved in management of the case to ensure it does not turn into an incident affecting many animals, many humans, and our national food security systems and public health. This is an important role, and often involves several specialists working on the front lines, the middle lines, and behind the scenes, to ensure rapid diagnosis and appropriate management of an outbreak. Dr. Margaret McGeoghegan from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and Dr. Luc Bergeron, a disease surveillance veterinarian from Quebec, help to demystify these situations, and provide some clarification as to just who does what, and why and how they do it in the case of an animal health incident. Links of Interest: Terrestrial Animal Diseases list and information - CFIA CAHSS Tools - Reportable and Notifiable Regulated Disease Tables RAIZO - MAPAQ OMAFRA - Livestock Disease Control and Prevention Manitoba Animal Health, Disease Control and Surveillance Disease Surveillance and Management - Saskatchewan Provincially Regulated Animal Diseases - Alberta Animal Disease - Foreign Animal Disease - British Columbia Yukon Animal Health Unit Newfoundland Animal Disease Surveillance Nova Scotia Notifiable Animal Diseases Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative - wildlife disease surveillance
The Prince Edward Island Potato Board has expressed its shock over the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) decision to suspend all seed potato exports out of P.E.I., and all potato movement from P.E.I. to the U.S., following a ministerial order announced Monday, November 22. Potato wart is a soil-borne fungus that can lay dormant for decades.... Read More
Libby Znaimer is joined by Canadian World War 2 Veteran Jim Parks as well as Namita Joshi who is the Chief Program Officer at the True Patriot Love Foundation. Jim Parks served with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles and shares his story of fighting on D-Day and other campaigns throughout the war. He also explains the importance of remembering our fallen. And, Namita talks about how the recent funding from the province of $529,000 will be used to help support veterans and their families including group counselling programs and other mental health resources. This year also marks 100 years of the poppy and its use as a powerful symbol of remembrance. ---- ONION RECALL IN CANADA Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Keith Warriner, a Professor of Food Science at the University of Guelph. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced a recall on onions over fears of contamination from Salmonella. The yellow and white onions come from Mexico and were delivered to Ontario among other provinces and were sold between
At this week's Seeds Canada annual general meeting, garden and vegetable seed importers were made aware of some coming changes in the realm of tomato and pepper seed. Patricia McAllister, national manager of the Horticulture and Grains Section at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, said a phytosanitary certificate will be needed on tomato and pepper […] The post Do You Import Tomato and Pepper Seed? You'll Soon Need a Phytosanitary Certificate appeared first on Germination.
Innovation is an essential part of our increasingly complex world. This can not be more important that in governments that serve the public good. In order to innovate, there needs to be an effective and innovative learning resources that enables innovation. In this episode I speak to the person leading innovations in learning in the Canadian Government. Neil Bouwer is Vice President of the Innovation and Policy Services Branch at Canada School of Public Service (CSPS). The mission of Canada School of Public Service is to provide a broad range of learning opportunities and establish a culture of learning within the public service. Neil's career as a leader in government spans many sectors, including his role as Assistant Secretary at Treasury Board Canada, Assistant Deputy Minister at Natural Resources, and Senior Vice President at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdneilbouwer Canada School of Public Service: https://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/index-eng.aspx
Canadian Food Inspection Agency has launched a consultation on proposed updates to guidelines for industry on simulated meat and plat based protein products/and more!
Featured Interview: Possibility of COVID-19 transmission from pigs -돼지의 코로나19 감염 가능성에 대한 연구 Guest: Dr. Jaspinder Komal, Vice-President of Science for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Chief Veterinary Officer
If you introduce a foreign species to a new environment, even by accident, it can wreak havoc on the ecosystem. On this episode, we talk to a scientist who has been dealing with one of these foreign species, the Asian longhorned beetle. This insect is black and white, about the same length as your thumb, and likes to get around by hitching rides on your car! Links of interest… Asian longhorned beetle (Natural Resources Canada): https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/our-natural-resources/forests-forestry/wildland-fires-insects-disturban/top-forest-insects-diseases-cana/asian-longhorned-beetle/13369 Asian longhorned beetle (Canadian Food Inspection Agency): https://www.inspection.gc.ca/plant-health/plant-pests-invasive-species/insects/asian-longhorned-beetle/eng/1337792721926/1337792820836 Simply Science Website: www.nrcan.gc.ca/simply-science Simply Science YouTube Channel: https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fchannel%2FUCNbgD_ZfyM6lh1KbemOKfeg%3Fview_as%3Dsubscriber%253Fsub_confirmation%253D1&token=5be173-1-1594998865448 Simply Science on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NRCanScience Simply Science on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simply-Science-580046026023390 Simply Science on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplysciencenrcan/ Simply Science on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/natural-resources-canada
On this week’s podcast we chat with Plant Breeders Rights (PBR) Commissioner Anthony Parker of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. He’s looking for people to join the CFIA’s PBR Advisory Committee to help guide the future of PBR policy in Canada. Have questions? Email anthony.parker@canada.ca. For an application form visit https://www.inspection.gc.ca/plant-varieties/plant-breeders-rights/notice-of-appointment/eng/1597428833063/1597428833516. The post Anthony Parker is Looking for Your Help appeared first on Germination.
We spoke with our EuFMD Veterinary Epidemiologist Dr Melissa McLaws about the Prioritization of Antigen Management with the International Surveillance Tool (PRAGMATIST). This tool has been developed by EuFMD in collaboration with the World Reference Laboratory for FMD, to assist risk managers make decisions about the FMD vaccines that they purchase/maintain, based on current risks to countries covered by the bank. Dr McLaws is a veterinary epidemiologist trained in Canada. She has worked in private practice, for government and international organizations; and is currently working for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency as well as a consultant for EuFMD.
Canada’s current bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) status, as defined by the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), is “controlled risk.” Canada was eligible to apply to downgrade its risk status last summer; however, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it’s on track to submit for “negligible risk” status by July of this year. “The U.S.... Read More
December 20, 2019 Welcome to the first-ever Paw & Order holiday special! Hosts Peter and Camille get into Santa mode in this episode, giving out animal law-themed “gifts” to people, animals, countries—some funny, some serious. We’ve never had more fun recording an episode! The news doesn’t stop over the holidays, and the hosts also discuss... Read more »
December 20, 2019 Welcome to the first-ever Paw & Order holiday special! Hosts Peter and Camille get into Santa mode in this episode, giving out animal law-themed “gifts” to people, animals, countries—some funny, some serious. We’ve never had more fun recording an episode! The news doesn’t stop over the holidays, and the hosts also discuss... Read more »
When you go to the store to buy honey, how do you know the product you're buying is real and not adulterated with corn syrup and other artificial ingredients? The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has found that more than a fifth of imported honey failed purity tests. Fake honey contains sugars such as corn syrup, rice syrup and cane sugar syrup. Kerry Clark is President of the BC Honey Producers Association. He told our Niki Reitmayer what consumers should be on the lookout for.
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David Kattenburg is a tireless advocate calling for the end of the Israeli occupation of Palestine. He's a Winnipeg based university science instructor and web publisher of The Green Planet Monitor. And he also works for social justice on matters related to environment, sustainability and the wide variety of subjects under that big tent. (A side note – he's also seeking a judicial review of a July 2017 decision by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, permitting illegal Jewish settlement wines to be labeled ‘Product of Israel'. The Federal Court of Canada is expected to rule on his application in the Fall.) He goes to the Middle East whenever he can and spends a lot of his time in Palestine, bringing along his recorder and camera to gather material for The Green Planet Monitor. On the site, you can find his writings, audio interviews and photos from his explorations which back several years. What is compelling about his site is that it does a good job of explaining the complexities of this region. Like any good university prof, he explains the background in a way that people who don't have a comprehensive knowledge of the dynamics can understand. And he also does stories about daily life in Palestine – demonstrating how the occupation affects people's lives. Today we have a sampling of stories from David Kattenburg's explorations in June and early July this year. 1.) Protestors at a roadblock in the village of Kufr Qaddum which has been blocked by the Israeli military since since 2003. The people interviewed are residents of the village , talking about how the roadblock affects their economy and their lives. 2.) No Right to a Home – Jeff Halper is founder of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ICAHD). House demolitions are routinely carried out in occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank, in Gaza and even in Israel's internationally recognized borders, but only to Palestinian homes. 3.) When people protest their living conditions, the result is often jail. Khalida Jarrar is a Palestinian politician who has been jailed for her political action. She talks to David Kattenburg about her times in prison and her efforts to make a difference in the lives of women and girls in the prison where she was locked up. Image: Israeli soldiers advance on protesting Palestinians, Kufr Qaddum. Photo by David Kattenburg. Used with permission.
Animal lawyer Rebeka Breder who is representing the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition in its legal battle against the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, discusses the case and its ramifications with RCI's Terry Haig (Maryse Zeidler/CBC)
Alex is joined by: STEPHEN SPARLING Worked at every level of government and is now the President of Halton Government Relations and KIM WRIGHT Principal at Wright Strategies Topics include: Trudeau, in France today, has signed on to this 'Christ church call' – this is a pledge to take action against on-line hate, extremism and what government/social media companies deem fake news. But there are no details on what is being called the Digital charter. The US isn't joining this effort citing free speech concerns—and while this may be well intentioned this is a slippery slope to censorship. One liberal MP today proposed setting up a separate judicial body to deal with offenders. Team Trudeau are using the abortion fight in the US to play politics here at home. Even though Doug Ford, and Andrew Scheer have made it clear that this issue is closed. Trudeau is now fundraising off of it. Global news got a copy of this email and in it, it names 12 Conservatives who attended an anti-abortion rally on Parliament Hill last week and warns that an Andrew Scheer government will push to “reopen that debate.” Canada's airline industry has been as turbulent as ever with two massive airline sales. The action kicked off Monday, when Onyx Corp. struck an agreement to purchase WestJet Airlines Ltd. for $3.5-billion. Today Air Canada has entered exclusive talks to purchase Transat A.T. Inc. DO you see this announcement of shrinking competition, or the beginning of a duel that will serve customers well? Clearly meatless burgers pose a threat to the beef industry, otherwise why would cattle producers be waging war? Canadian cattle producers are calling out a popular brand of veggie burgers for advertising its products as “plant-based meat,” They say that the term is inaccurate and breaks federal rules. The Quebec Cattle Producers Federation filed a complaint with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency against California-based company Beyond Meat. The crux of the complaint: the use of the term “plant-based meat”
On today's show I have two really fun interviews, both connected to a great story involving a vegan food producer in Vancouver, a food industry lawyer in Toronto, and a complaint to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Just what is “cheese”? The answer is not nearly as simple as you might think, but my guests and I have a lot of fun talking it through. Detailed show notes are at the Cheftimony website.
On today’s show I have two really fun interviews, both connected to a great story involving a vegan food producer in Vancouver, a food industry lawyer in Toronto, and a complaint to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Just what is “cheese”? The answer is not nearly as simple as you might think, but my guests and I have a lot of fun talking it through. Detailed show notes for this episode are at the Cheftimony website.
As African Swine Fever (ASF) threatens the global pork supply, producers and animal health experts around the world are scrambling to contain the threat. In this "breaking news" episode, field editor Lorne McClinton speaks with Dr. Jaspinder Komal, Chief Veterinary Officer for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, about this potentially devastating swine disease and how producers and consumers can help prevent its spread. For more information, visit the Canadian Food Inspection Agency web site at inspection.gc.ca, or in the U.S., the National Pork Producers Council at nppc.org.
Camille is joined by guest co-host Rebeka Breder, one of the country's leading animal lawyers in private practice. Rebeka opens up about her path to becoming an animal rights lawyer, and two of her current high-profile cases—one lawsuit on illegal exports of horses shipped internationally slaughter, and an intervention to protect "dangerous" dogs potentially facing the death penalty.
Camille is joined by guest co-host Rebeka Breder, one of the country's leading animal lawyers in private practice. Rebeka opens up about her path to becoming an animal rights lawyer, and two of her current high-profile cases—one lawsuit on illegal exports of horses shipped internationally slaughter, and an intervention to protect "dangerous" dogs potentially facing the death penalty.
David Kattenburg is a name you might have heard over the past few months on places like CBC and the Globe and Mail. He's in the news because he's challenged the Liquor Control Board of Ontario about two wines on their shelves, labeled as products of Israel. When Dave saw the listing, he knew they were not products of Israel. The wines come from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. He knows. He's been to both wineries. So in July, he filed a complaint with the federal Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The basis of his complaint was that the label “Product of Israel” is false and misleading. The LCBO, which is one of the largest wine, beer and liquor distributors in the world, instructed their outlets to remove the wine from their shelves. But that didn't last long. The CFIA reversed their decision a few weeks later. So the wine is still on LCBO shelves. Dave is not giving up, though. On October 24, 2017, he and his lawyer Dmitri Lascaris launched an application for a judicial review of the Canadian Food Inspection's Agency's actions. David Kattenburg is a Winnipeg-based science educator, broadcaster and human rights activist. In this interview, he talks to Victoria Fenner about the court case, what motivated him to launch it, and especially, why he believes this issue is something worth fighting for. (Disclosure: Victoria is a close personal friend and colleague of David Kattenburg's but is not involved in this campaign). You can read the chronology of the story at the website of his lawyer Dmitri Lascaris. You can read and listen to David Kattenburg's large collection of stories from the West Bank at his web based magazine The Green Planet Monitor, and contribute to the legal challenge at their GoFundMe page. Image: David Kattenburg – taken at Psagot Winery, in the unlawful Jewish settlement of Psagot, Occupied West Bank. Used with permission.
V dnešnom podcaste si povieme o možnom objave maďarských vedcov, či je bezpečné šoférovať pod vplyvom marihuany a či Exxon Mobile vedel už dávnejšie o globálnom otepľovaní, ale napriek tomu klamal svojim investorom, že je všetko v poriadku. TémyZdroje Intro Objavili maďarskí vedci novú prírodnú silu? Je bezpečné šoférovať pod vplyvom marihuany? Klamal Exxon Mobile ohľadom globálneho otepľovania? Fakt a fikcia Outro Has a Hungarian physics lab found a fifth force of nature? Observation of Anomalous Internal Pair Creation in 8Be: A Possible Signature of a Light, Neutral Boson Evidence for a Protophobic Fifth Force from 8Be Nuclear Transitions Fatal road crashes involving marijuana double after state legalizes drug COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS BILL, 2017 Health Canada and Canadian Food Inspection Agency approve AquAdvantage Salmon Central injection of fibroblast growth factor 1 induces sustained remission of diabetic hyperglycemia in rodents
The manager of Keystone Potato Producers Association talks about potential potato acreage in Manitoba this growing season. A representative with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency speaks to some of the concerns around honey labeling in Canada.
It is largely accepted that our society will have to face the reality of climate change. The repercussions from shifts in our climate arguable include alteration of crop patterns, increasing sea levels and severe weather conditions. The process of global warming is believed to be exacerbated by anthropogenic (human) influence, mainly the combustion of fossil fuels, which release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere when burned. The use of biofuels made from existing biomass are considered to be “carbon neutral”, meaning that unlike their petroleum counterparts, they are not contributing to the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since they are made from carbon sources that are cyclically occurring in our ecosystem. Biodiesel is quite effective at reducing carbon dioxide emissions. For each litre of biodiesel consumed, the accepted value of this reduction is 92% when compared to petroleum diesel. This translates into a 161,000 metric tonnes of reductions yearly from the Kyoto biofuel facility, the equivalent of 31,500 cars off the road. The speaker will argue biodiesel represents a shift towards sustainability in the transportation industry. Since it is made from waste greases, animal fats and oilseed crops etc., biodiesel is renewable in nature. Speaker: Kelsey Prenevost Kelsey is President of Kyoto Fuels Corporation, a company providing biodiesel and other alternative fuels to Western Canada and the Northwestern United States. He graduated from the University of Victoria with a BSc. in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry and Microbiology. He has over twelve years' experience in the Biotechnology sector working with organizations such as the University of Victoria, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the University of Alberta. Kelsey taught Environmental Issues and Microbiology at Lethbridge College for three years and was also the President of the Southern Alberta Group for the Environment (SAGE) from 2003-07. He sits on the Technical Advisory Committee of Light Up the World Foundation (“LUTW”), a non-profit organization based in Calgary that promotes renewable energy projects in developing communities around the globe. Moderator: Bev Muendel-Atherstone
It is largely accepted that our society will have to face the reality of climate change. The repercussions from shifts in our climate arguable include alteration of crop patterns, increasing sea levels and severe weather conditions. The process of global warming is believed to be exacerbated by anthropogenic (human) influence, mainly the combustion of fossil fuels, which release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere when burned. The use of biofuels made from existing biomass are considered to be “carbon neutral”, meaning that unlike their petroleum counterparts, they are not contributing to the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since they are made from carbon sources that are cyclically occurring in our ecosystem. Biodiesel is quite effective at reducing carbon dioxide emissions. For each litre of biodiesel consumed, the accepted value of this reduction is 92% when compared to petroleum diesel. This translates into a 161,000 metric tonnes of reductions yearly from the Kyoto biofuel facility, the equivalent of 31,500 cars off the road. The speaker will argue biodiesel represents a shift towards sustainability in the transportation industry. Since it is made from waste greases, animal fats and oilseed crops etc., biodiesel is renewable in nature. Speaker: Kelsey Prenevost Kelsey is President of Kyoto Fuels Corporation, a company providing biodiesel and other alternative fuels to Western Canada and the Northwestern United States. He graduated from the University of Victoria with a BSc. in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry and Microbiology. He has over twelve years' experience in the Biotechnology sector working with organizations such as the University of Victoria, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the University of Alberta. Kelsey taught Environmental Issues and Microbiology at Lethbridge College for three years and was also the President of the Southern Alberta Group for the Environment (SAGE) from 2003-07. He sits on the Technical Advisory Committee of Light Up the World Foundation (“LUTW”), a non-profit organization based in Calgary that promotes renewable energy projects in developing communities around the globe. Moderator: Bev Muendel-Atherstone
It is largely accepted that our society will have to face the reality of climate change. The repercussions from shifts in our climate arguable include alteration of crop patterns, increasing sea levels and severe weather conditions. The process of global warming is believed to be exacerbated by anthropogenic (human) influence, mainly the combustion of fossil fuels, which release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere when burned. The use of biofuels made from existing biomass are considered to be “carbon neutral”, meaning that unlike their petroleum counterparts, they are not contributing to the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since they are made from carbon sources that are cyclically occurring in our ecosystem. Biodiesel is quite effective at reducing carbon dioxide emissions. For each litre of biodiesel consumed, the accepted value of this reduction is 92% when compared to petroleum diesel. This translates into a 161,000 metric tonnes of reductions yearly from the Kyoto biofuel facility, the equivalent of 31,500 cars off the road. The speaker will argue biodiesel represents a shift towards sustainability in the transportation industry. Since it is made from waste greases, animal fats and oilseed crops etc., biodiesel is renewable in nature. Speaker: Kelsey Prenevost Kelsey is President of Kyoto Fuels Corporation, a company providing biodiesel and other alternative fuels to Western Canada and the Northwestern United States. He graduated from the University of Victoria with a BSc. in Biology and a minor in Biochemistry and Microbiology. He has over twelve years' experience in the Biotechnology sector working with organizations such as the University of Victoria, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the University of Alberta. Kelsey taught Environmental Issues and Microbiology at Lethbridge College for three years and was also the President of the Southern Alberta Group for the Environment (SAGE) from 2003-07. He sits on the Technical Advisory Committee of Light Up the World Foundation (“LUTW”), a non-profit organization based in Calgary that promotes renewable energy projects in developing communities around the globe. Moderator: Bev Muendel-Atherstone
More and more Canadians are prepared to pay a premium to buy food that is certified-organic. They believe in good faith that an objective process ensures that the food is authentic. They might be surprised to learn that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency allows any producer to use their organic labels as long as fees are paid and the paperwork is done. The government does not require actual testing to ensure that the food is free of things like pesticide or growth hormones. It was a similar story in the United States, but soon there will finally be random testing there to ensure that organic products are genuine and safe. The American Consumers Union once performed random tests and discovered that one-quarter of organic food contained prohibited substances. They urged the U S Department of Agriculture to introduce testing into the American organic program. In Canada, the Food Inspection Agency ran tests in secret and discovered that almost half of the samples contained prohibited pesticides. But they’re still not prepared to follow the American lead and require testing of organic food before giving producers a certificate. Food that is certified-organic should be verified scientifically, and not sold as such just because the producer has paid a fee. I’m Roger Currie. Join us again next week for more thoughts on the Frontier. For more on agricultural policy, visit our website www.fcpp.org.
This episode #193 marks the final broadcast of Deconstructing Dinner before we embark on a much-needed break. Producer & Host Jon Steinman speaks about the need to step away from producing new shows and what future might lie ahead. Jon also shares some reflections on the past 5 years of producing this weekly one-hour radio show and podcast, and offers suggestions to those involved in the responsible food movement - a movement which this show has helped track its evolution and certainly one that this show has in many ways been a part of. Also on the show - a brief update (regrettably brief!) on our September undercover investigation on a B.C. egg business who had been fraudulently marketing their product as being from their own farm when in fact the property on which the business operated was not a farm at all! It appears the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has vowed silence instead of transparency.
Packaged Foods Exposed V Deconstructing Dinner revisits with our popular series - Packaged Foods Exposed. Launched in 2006, the series examines the largest manufacturers of processed foods in the country and takes an often overlooked and critical perspective of these powerful companies. When Deconstructing Dinner last aired this series, we featured a two-part exposé of Unilever. With three years having now transpired since those episodes, it appears that the company is in much need of some more deconstructing! Needing particular attention are Unilever's questionable marketing strategies. Following our research that has gone into this episode, four complaints were filed with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Deconstructing Dinner now awaits their response. Unequal Harvest Deconstructing Dinner visits with the excellent theatrical performance, Unequal Harvest - a series of monologues written by Winnipeg's Geoff Hughes. Unequal Harvest examines some of the root causes of hunger and food injustice taking place around the world. Guests Nicole Shaw, publisher/editor Synergy Magazine (Lantzville, BC) - Nicole Shaw launched Synergy Magazine in March of 2004 after receiving much encouragement and support from members of the community. Nicole's background includes ten years in the computer industry, four years of freelance graphic design, ad layout with the Link Newspaper, four years of PR work and much interest in personal growth and energy healing work. Nicole is the co-host of Heart and Mind: Tools for Change - a radio talk show on CHLY Nanaimo. She and partner Dirk Becker farm organic vegetables. Kami Desilets & Brent Hirose, actors Unequal Harvest (Winnipeg, MB) - Winnipeg playwright Geoff Hughes has brought food injustice to the stage. In 2008, three non-profit organizations; The Canadian Foodgrains Bank, the Manitoba Food Charter and Winnipeg Harvest resolved to draw attention to the Global Food Crisis by commissioning Geoff to write and direct the original work Unequal Harvest. Debuting in Winnipeg on World Food Day in 2008, the play continues to be performed across Canada including its latest stop at the 2010 Victoria Fringe Festival.
Exploring Ethnobiology III In May 2010, Deconstructing Dinner travelled to Vancouver Island where two international conferences on ethnobiology were being hosted. Ethnobiology examines the relationships between humans and their surrounding plants, animals and ecosystems. Today, more and more people are expressing an interest to develop closer relationships with the earth. This leaves much to be learned from the research of ethnobiologists, and in particular, from the symbiotic human-earth relationships that so many peoples around the world have long maintained. On this part III of the series, we listen to two presentations that share research into the relationships between indigenous peoples and marine life in what is now called British Columbia and Alaska. Investigating Eggs Update Also on the show - an update from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to our September 2 investigative report on alleged local food fraud. Guests/Voices Severn Cullis-Suzuki, masters in ethnobotany, School of Environmental Studies, University of Victoria (Haida Gwaii, BC) - Similar to her father David Suzuki, Severn has devoted herself to increasing awareness on fundamental ecological concerns. Born and raised in Vancouver, at the age of 9, Severn founded the Environmental Childrens Organization. In 1992 at the age of 12, she attended the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro where she received praise for a speech she delivered. She went on to graduate from Yale Univeristy in 2002, hosted a television series on Discovery Channel, and was eventually led to study ethnobotany under Nancy Turner. Her focus of research led her to Northern Vancouver Island - home to the Kwakwaka-wakw people. It was there that Severn studied the keystone species Zostera marina - also known as eelgrass - or to the Kwakwaka-wakw (ts'ats'ayem). Josh Wisniewski, PhD candidate, Department of Anthropology, University of Alaska Fairbanks (Fairbanks, AK) - Josh received his BA and MA in anthropology from the University of Alaska Anchorage. His research explores the complex sets of relations between Iñupiaq and Yup'ik societies and marine mammals through time and the ontological premises shaping local and traditional ecological knowledge. Josh's research has recently been focused in Shishmaref, Alaska, where he has worked with Iñupiaq hunters and elders exploring and documenting ecological knowledge of bearded seals and historic and contemporary hunting practices. Nancy Turner, distinguished professor, School of Environmental Studies, University of Victoria (Victoria, BC) - Born in Berkeley, California, Nancy moved to Victoria at the age of 5 and she lives there today as a Distinguished Professor in the School of Environmental Studies at the University of Victoria. She earned a PhD in Ethnobotany in 1974 from the University of British Columbia when she studied three contemporary indigenous groups of the Pacific Northwest (the Haida, Bella Coola and Lillooet). Nancy's major research has demonstrated the role of plant resources in past and present aboriginal cultures and languages as being an integral component of traditional knowledge systems. Nancy has also played an important role in helping demonstrate how traditional management of plant resources has shaped the landscapes and habitats of western Canada. In 1999 Nancy received the Order of British Columbia and in 2009 received the Order of Canada. She's authored numerous books including, among others, Food Plants of Coastal First Peoples, Food Plants of Interior First Peoples, Plants of Haida Gwaii and The Earth's Blanket - Traditional Teachings for Sustainable Living. James Rogowsky, specialist, egg products, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) (Winnipeg, MB) - The CFIA is the arm of Health Canada in charge of safeguarding food, animals and plants.
Over the past month, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (the CFIA) has embarked on a concentrated effort in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia, threatening area businesses with fines unless they remove their ungraded farm-fresh eggs from store shelves. Close to a dozen businesses that Deconstructing Dinner is aware of have received such a visit This episode hears from a number of those businesses including comments on the issue from the BC Egg Marketing Board, the CFIA and the regional health authority Interior Health. While the availability of eggs from local farms in the region has been significantly curtailed following this "crack" down on local eggs, the increasingly popular alternative to store-bought eggs (backyard eggs) is too being met with a crack down of its own. In December 2009, Nelson B.C. resident Monica Nissen was paid a visit by a local bylaw enforcement officer who demanded that Nissen remove her chickens from her backyard, or too face a fine and the possible confiscation of her birds. The City's bylaw enforcement officer was acting on two supposed complaints... and we say "supposed" because according to all of Nissen's immediate neighbours, none of them took issue with the chickens... leaving Nissen and Deconstructing Dinner wondering just what constitutes a valid complaint if it clearly didn't come from an immediate neighbour? We'll also be joined by Nelson city councillor Kim Charlesworth, who recounts the past year's efforts to revise the local bylaw that prohibits backyard chickens within city limits and we'll hear from Ian Fraser - a senior animal control officer for Victoria Animal Control Services - a city that does permit backyard chickens and hence, backyard eggs. Join us for this important broadcast as we explore what Kootenay businesses and residents are calling an afront to food sovereignty following these latest efforts by local and federal authorities who appear determined to ensure that the only eggs easily accessible to Canadians are the factory-farmed options. Guests/Voices Kevin Smith, farmer/baker, Old World Bakery (Balfour, BC) - The Old World Bakery produces a line of baked goods for their own retail customers and many local businesses. Kevin Smith and his wife Darla also farm in the community of Ainsworth. Bonny Kavalov, co-owner, Nature's Den (Rossland, BC) - Bonny and her husband Sid operate this small health store in Rossland, BC. Wayne Popoff, owner, Kootenay Liquidators (Castlegar, BC) - Wayne is a hobby farmer just outside of Castlegar and operates a store that sells feed products and farm-fresh eggs among other things. Amyn Alibhai, board member, BC Egg Marketing Board (Kamloops, BC) - Since its inception in 1967 as the first egg marketing board in Canada with quota, the British Columbia Egg Marketing Board (BCEMB) serves as a non-profit, producer organization financed solely by its Registered Producers through a levy system. The BCEMB is one of eleven provincial and territorial egg marketing boards that meet under the umbrella of the Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC) to address industry issues of regional, national and international importance. Amyn owns Sunshine Eggs - a large producer of graded eggs. Deanna Zgrablic, food processing specialist inspector , Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) (Abbotsford, BC) - The CFIA is Canada's government agency which seeks to "safeguard food, animals and plants, which enhance the health and well-being of Canada's people, environment and economy". Ron Popoff, environmental health team leader, Interior Health (Cranbrook, BC) - IH is one of five geographically-based health authorities created in 2001 by the Government of British Columbia. It is responsible for ensuring publicly funded health services are provided to the people of the Southern Interior. Monica Nissen, former backyard chickener (Nelson, BC) Kim Charlesworth, city councillor, City of Nelson (Nelson, BC) Ian Fraser, senior animal control officer, Victoria Animal Control Services (Victoria, BC)
The diversity in the varieties of crops being grown in Canada has dwindled significantly. Virtually all of the fruits, vegetables, grains, livestock and pretty much every ingredient found on grocery store shelves, is of a variety that has purely been bred for profit. At no time has the importance of maintaining diversity or flavour ever been a concern for the powerful industrial food system that has taken hold of the North American diet. This series will explore what risks accompany the loss of such diversity while on the other hand, expose the many farmers and organizations preserving Canada's heritage varieties of food and protecting our food supply from the control of multinational interests. Part I On Part I, we resurrect Red Fife Wheat, perhaps the most important wheat variety to Canadians. Red Fife fed Canadians for 40 years, yet disappeared as more export-oriented varieties and hybrids took its place. But Red Fife is making a comeback, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency doesn't like it. Is this a chance for the people of Canada to reclaim control over our cultural heritage and challenge the industrial food system? Sharon Rempel thinks so. We also learn more about heirloom (heritage) vegetables. Growing heirlooms is an exciting way to try new and unusual tastes, shapes and colours. But more than that it is an effort to maintain the genetic diversity of our food crops. Many varieties have disappeared forever and there is interest in keeping these older varieties in circulation. Heirlooms, unlike some hybrids, are not grown for their ability to withstand shipping and chemicals or their uniform look at market. They are grown for taste. Guests Sharon Rempel - Agronomist, Grassroot Solutions, (Victoria, BC) - Sharon's expertise lies in organic production, seed conservation, 'on farm' wheat breeding and heritage crops. Sharon was the founder of "Seedy Saturdays" - community seed exchanges held each year across the country. Sharon is the Director of the Heritage Wheat Project. Her most recent project was Canada's first ever Bread and Wheat Festival, held in Victoria on October 27, 2007. Linda Crago, Farmer, Tree and Twig Heirloom Vegetable Farm (Wellandport, ON) - At Tree and Twig Heirloom Vegetable Farm, Linda's specialty and passion is Heirloom vegetables. Linda offers a tremendous selection of heirloom tomato transplants (over 200 varieties), heirloom pepper and eggplant transplants and more. She operates a CSA program, supplies restaurants, and offers mail order across Canada. Linda grows more than 1000 varieties of veggies on an intensively planted piece of land, and does so organically. Music Phil Vernon - Musician, Æthm Music (Salt Spring Island, BC) - The broadcast marks the radio debut of "Red Fife Wheat" - a new song recorded just days before this broadcast first aired. The creator of the song is Phil Vernon, a musician based on Salt Spring Island, BC. Phil has lent his musical farming talents to the program on a number of previous occasions.
Science and its technology spin-offs are only four hundred years old. The process of science has evolved into the best method to satisfy our curiosity and understand our world. Our questions and answers are improving rapidly. Research and communication of results has become an important industry world-wide. Science is not based on belief, but rather on the process of gathering and interpreting data. There are many who benefit from the application of science in their day to day lives but distrust the evidence science provides on big topics such as evolution, global climate change and the harmful effects of various contaminants or substances (e.g. tobacco) on health. There are vested interests that cater to public doubt by controlling research and the release of evidence or by profiling results favourable to their interest while disputing overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Klaus Jericho, a research scientist for over three decades, will reflect on the integrity and limitations of science. The scientific process by its very nature is self-critical. Although it is a relentless search for better and better evidence for truth, it is also a continuous search for error in conclusions. How can we be intelligent consumers of the evidence science provides on how our world works? Speaker: Klaus Jericho Klaus Jericho (DVM, PhD) was a research scientist for thirty years with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and five years with Health Canada before retiring in 2000. He has a keen interest in the role science plays in society and control of our world. Moderator: James Moore Date: Thursday, November 22, 2007 Time: Noon - 1:30 PM Location: Ericksen's Family Restaurant (lower level of The Keg) 1715 Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch)
Science and its technology spin-offs are only four hundred years old. The process of science has evolved into the best method to satisfy our curiosity and understand our world. Our questions and answers are improving rapidly. Research and communication of results has become an important industry world-wide. Science is not based on belief, but rather on the process of gathering and interpreting data. There are many who benefit from the application of science in their day to day lives but distrust the evidence science provides on big topics such as evolution, global climate change and the harmful effects of various contaminants or substances (e.g. tobacco) on health. There are vested interests that cater to public doubt by controlling research and the release of evidence or by profiling results favourable to their interest while disputing overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Klaus Jericho, a research scientist for over three decades, will reflect on the integrity and limitations of science. The scientific process by its very nature is self-critical. Although it is a relentless search for better and better evidence for truth, it is also a continuous search for error in conclusions. How can we be intelligent consumers of the evidence science provides on how our world works? Speaker: Klaus Jericho Klaus Jericho (DVM, PhD) was a research scientist for thirty years with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and five years with Health Canada before retiring in 2000. He has a keen interest in the role science plays in society and control of our world. Moderator: James Moore Date: Thursday, November 22, 2007 Time: Noon - 1:30 PM Location: Ericksen's Family Restaurant (lower level of The Keg) 1715 Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch)
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