April 22, 2024
Organic farming, rooted in ecological and biological principles, offers a pathway toward sustainable agriculture. By adopting nitrogen management practices and integrating cover crops, farmers can not only enhance soil health but also contribute significantly to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
March 8, 2024
We’ve seen significant change within the organic sector in the last few years and a lot of the growth we’re witnessing has come from the incredible dedication of the many women driving the organic movement.
February 13, 2024
This month's Buzz Builder is in celebration of Canadian Ag Day.
COTA celebrates the organic value chain. From farming, processing, manufacturing, distribution, and retail, we applaud all people involved in the creation of Canadian organic food, feed, and seed! Celebrate Ag Day by thanking an organic farmer! Tag @canadaorganictrade and #cdnagday for a repost!
For this Buzz Builder, we asked our member, St. Francis Herb Farm, to share their insights on why they are committed to organic herb farming.
January 3, 2024
Growing up on a mixed farm in Saskatchewan (SK) offered plenty of opportunities to connect with soil, however, Dr. Andrew Hammermeister had little recognition of how valuable our soil resource was. Read about soil health from Dr. Andrew Hammermeister!
September 28, 2023
In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA) acknowledges that Indigenous communities around the world have, for centuries, cultivated the land with a profound understanding of the natural environment.
September 11, 2023
In a world increasingly conscious of health, sustainability, and the origins of their food, Organic Week 2023 is set to captivate audiences like never before.
August 15, 2023
When I joined Nature’s Path Organic Foods in 2016, I signed up for something bigger than just making delicious organic food or managing environmental projects; I joined a team with a purpose of “always leaving the earth, communities and team members better than they found them”.
July 11, 2023
Biodiversity, locally available and regionally adapted seed are key to resiliency on organic farms. In this month's edition, Steph Hughes explores the story behind organic seeds and The Bauta Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security.
June 6, 2023
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Canada. Covid has highlighted the importance of good mental health and its impact on our physical well-being. In this month’s issue of BuzzBuilder, learn what researchers discovered about stressors on farmers and their coping strategies.
