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Meet the Youth Ag-Summit delegates: Cameron Olson, Canada

Cameron Olson (24), was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. The third-generation farmer completed his Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Animal Science at Texas A&M University, and will be starting his Doctorate in Animal Science in 2018. He’s passionate about providing sustainable, nutrient-dense, animal-sourced foods as part of the effort to supply food to the world’s increasing population.

Meet the Youth-Ag delegates: Alexis Wagner, Canada

Alexis Wagner (25) is a bioprocess engineer who recently finished a master’s degree in Environmental Policy at the University of Cambridge, where she was a Chevening Scholar, focusing on agricultural supply chain sustainability. Back in Canada, she is now the assistant brew master at Mill Street Brewery in Toronto. » more

Meet the Youth Ag-Summit delegates: Brandon Hebor, Canada

25-year old Brandon Hebor grew up in Toronto, gaining a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Geography from McMaster University. He then launched his own urban farming business, Ripple Farms, and completed a graduate certificate in Green Business Management at Seneca College. » more

Meet the Youth Ag-Summit delegates: Cassandra Hayward, Canada

Cassanda Hayward (20) grew up in Halifax, and is working on her Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Political Science and Sustainability with Honours, at University of Kings College in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She’s combining her love for politics and agriculture in hopes of drafting future food policies for the provincial government. She also volunteers with Parks Canada to help conserve the endangered Blanding Turtles. » more

Be part of our 2018 Farm Safety Calendar

Submit your farm safety drawings for publication in the Bayer 2018 Farm Safety Calendar. » more

Bayer breaks down barriers to post-secondary education

The financial costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution can be burdensome, even acting as a barrier for many young Canadians. » more

Growers Celebrate 20th Anniversary of InVigor in Germany

What do you do to celebrate 20 years of growth, challenge, innovation and success? A good start is to reflect with those who have been with you along the journey. » more

Empowering Canada’s Youth to Bring Back the Wild

Bayer, Earth Rangers and Pollinator Partnership teaming up for pollinators in Canada. This school year, Canadian kids are getting involved to help bees and other important pollinators! » more

New Wheat Breeding Station Brings more Options for Canadian Growers

We are pleased to announce the opening of our NEW Bayer Wheat Breeding Station in Pike Lake, Saskatchewan » more

4-H Canada & Bayer Supporting the Development of Outstanding Young Minds in Science & Technology

With the generous support of Bayer, the 4-H Canada’s Science & Technology partner, 4-H Canada this year launched its inaugural Science Fair, which represented a direct stream to the 55th Canada-Wide Science Festival (CWSF) which took place recently in Montreal, QC. » more

#TweetTheTag Liberty Spray Glove Giveaway

As technology advances and the use of data has more and more value to agriculture, Bayer Canada is continually looking for innovation breakthroughs to assist in better decision making. In addition there is an ever increasing need for traceability, safety, accountability and stewardship in the entire value chain for food production. » more

Pea Leaf Weevil Update

Typically a Southern Alberta pest, reports of pea leaf weevil damage were recorded as far north as the Camrose area and spreading. Learn more about the pea leaf weevil and how to protect your pulses. » more

PUBLIC ENEMY #2: FOXTAIL BARLEY.

Wild oats continue to be the number one problematic grassy weed across the Prairies, but there’s a new front-runner for the second place, especially for canola growers. » more

FIELDING QUESTIONS WITH #ASKBAYERCROP

As part of our ongoing commitment to provide Canadian growers with the tools and resources they need to be more successful, Bayer CropScience is pleased to announce the #AskBayerCrop initiative, starting this 2015 season. » more

2015 InVigor Drive In Events

Community events are popping up across Canada’s prairies this summer to say thanks. Fihttps://ca.prod-cm.cms.cropscience.bayer.com/sitecore/shell/Applications/Content%20editor.aspx#nd one near you! » more

2015 InVigor Demonstration Strip Trial Results

InVigorResults.ca - with summaries! » more

2016 CUTTING EDGE EXPO

The Evolution of Harvest Management Continues... In association with industry partners across Western Canada, Bayer is redefining the traditional crop tour experience for growers. The CUTTING EDGE EXPO not only showcases NEW product innovations from Bayer, but also provides their customers with an opportunity to learn from a wide range of agricultural experts from different parts of the agricultural industry. » more

2017 Cutting Edge Expo InVigor Seed Giveaway Contest

Bayer is pleased to offer growers the opportunity to win InVigor® hybrid canola seed for the upcoming season. » more

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Bayer to fund three youth-led food security projects

Monday, October 23, 2017

Supporting global change:

Bayer to fund three youth-led food security projects

• Projects were developed during the 2017 Youth Ag-Summit
• Winning ideas focus on UN Sustainable Development Goals of Gender Equality, Quality Education, and Responsible Consumption and Production
• Bayer will fund top projects with €3,000, €5,000, and €10,000 respectively
• All Canadian delegates part of top three project teams » more

Friday, October 13, 2017

Milestone on Bayer’s path to completing the planned acquisition of Monsanto:

Bayer signs agreement to sell selected Crop Science businesses to BASF for EUR 5.9 billion

Package includes global glufosinate-ammonium business and selected seeds activities / Assets generated total sales of EUR 1.3 billion in 2016 / Sale is subject to successful closing of Bayer’s acquisition of Monsanto / BASF has committed to maintain employment for all transferring permanent employees for at least three years post closing » more

Monday, October 9, 2017

Food security summit for 100 global young leaders kicks off in Brussels

• Youth Ag-Summit takes place from 9-13 October 2017
• Goal is to generate concrete solutions for sustainable agriculture worldwide
• Three delegate groups will receive funding from Bayer to implement their ideas » more