Lorne Hadley

They are the future of us.

“Agriculture isn’t just an industry - it’s the foundation of Canada’s future.” CFA's Keith Currie’s @curb1961 op-ed in National Newswatch makes the case for recognizing agri-food sector as vital to national growth. #cdnag @FoodIntegrityCA nationalnewswatch.com/2025/11/03/har…

Though there is much ado about the federal budget this week, preparations for CUSMA negotiations continue. @TheComino presented on behalf of the seed sector to the Standing Committee on Int'l Trade on the eve of the budget to advocate for free trade. #CdnAg #InternationalTrade

@wiebe_cam canaryseed.ca/about-canary-s…

@HadleyLorne Ok, interesting. Do you know anything about where canary seed originated?

Does anyone know the history of canary seed. Was it bred and developed to be the crop it is or was it a naturally occurring plant we started to grow. I know the itchless was bred but where did Keet come from?

@wiebe_cam Crop Development Center, U of S

This week it paid to hold timely meetings with federal representatives. Thursday AM, @brentcollins5 and Seeds Canada team met with @CornwallHeath, and in the PM the ag minister referenced that meeting in answering questions at the ag committee. #CdnAg parlvu.parl.gc.ca/Harmony/en/Pow…

“Breeders’ rights vs. Farmers’ rights” — it shouldn’t be a fight. ⚖️ Both protect innovation & livelihoods — from plant breeders investing in R&D to farmers conserving crop diversity. 🌱 #SeedSector #PlantBreeding #FarmersRights hubs.li/Q03PDKJK0

As a national voice of the seed sector, Seeds Canada represents members from across the value chain that drive this $3.2 billion industry. I enjoyed meeting with representatives from @Seeds_Canada and co-hosting their evening reception. It’s always great connecting with leaders in this sector to gain insights on their ongoing challenges! @CropLifeCanada @FertilizerCA @SenateCA @CornwallHeath

Day 2 of discussing key priorities with federal decision makers concluded with a reception hosted alongside partners from @CropLifeCanada & @FertilizerC & kindly sponsored by @SenatorRobBlack. Thanks to Agriculture Minister @CornwallHeath for sharing your time & thoughts with us.

🔭#HorizonScanning insights from @UPOVint & @CPVOTweets: 🔸 Faster breeding → update DUS guidelines 🔸 Sustainability → climate-resilient varieties 🔸 Harmonization → “one application, one DUS test” vision 🌾 Strategic IP = aligned + integrated + activable “IP isn’t a formality — it’s an economic multiplier.” — Francesco Mattina @CPVOTweets at #Euroseeds2025 #PlantBreeding #IPRights #Innovation #AgTech #Sustainability

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On #WorldFoodDay let us recognize that food begins with seed. Thank you to the farmers who grow the crops that feed us, and the plant breeders who bring us high-performing crop varieties that provide in abundance. #CdnAg

Our prez @brentcollins5 presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food yesterday, underscoring the need for regulatory reform to increase access to innovation in the Canadian seed sector and to benefit farmers. #CdnAg #AgInnovation

Ever wonder how new seed genetics are developed? Variety Use Agreements (VUA) play a key role. By declaring seeded acres and paying a small fee, farmers directly support continued breeding efforts. That investment helps ensure stronger, better varieties for the future.

It's worth a listen. youtu.be/HzjybB-CN0w?si…

Professionally produced seed is designed to help farmers achieve success through the use of the right seed, at the right place, at the right time. Use ASTA's guide to find environment & conservation seed, cover crop seed, & pollinator mixes in your area. #JustGrowIt betterseed.org/environment-an…

If we want farmers to have access to the best innovation the global seed industry has to offer, at the lowest possible price, we need to reduce regulatory burden. More regulatory burden = higher seed costs and less investment in Canadian Ag

@KelvinHeppner @mccanntyler Well done Tyler!

It's been a summer of discontent in Canadian agriculture and agri-food — what comes next? Excellent synopsis of the current situation by @mccanntyler realagriculture.com/2025/09/its-be…

Great opportunity