Grocery prices have been rising in Canada, but the money farmers are making hasn’t followed suit, National Farmers Union says.
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Feeding ergot: research on ergot-impacted grain and beef cattle continues
Saskatchewan research hopes to tease out better ways for Canadian beef farmers to manage ergot consumption in their herd’s feed
Polycrops a winning practice for Manitoba ranch
Using diverse, multispecies forage crop mixtures to feed their beef herd has dramatically improved cattle health, rancher says
Grain shipments see smooth sailing on small crop
At the midway point of the 2023–2024 shipping year, grain shipments appear to be moving at a good clip. “In the last 12–18 months, we've seen some really good performance from both of the railroads, said Quorum Corporation’s Mark Hemmes. “The exception was the last four or five weeks, and that was largely driven by[...]
What I learned about Manitoba eggs
Manitoba-laid eggs provide good, locally produced nutrition while supporting local farmers and the Canadian agriculture industry.
Precision 4R cuts farm greenhouse gas emissions
Lower areas in your field tend to emit more greenhouse gas, research shows that precision 4R nutrient stewardship practices can help mute the trend
Biogas pitched to turn farm waste into renewable energy
Anaerobic digestion can convert manure and other agricultural waste into renewable energy as well as fertilizer, but Manitoba farmers don’t have the best history with the technology
Canadian farms at risk from animal activism
A legal expert warns that growing animal rights activism is creating complex challenges for Canadian farmers, despite livestock industry groups spending considerable effort on their public trust files.
KAP looks for support for Manitoba producers in wake of tariffs
Keystone Agricultural Producers oppose U.S. tariffs, warning of economic damage and rising food costs. KAP calls for government action to mitigate impact on agri-exports like canola, pork, and oats.
Precision pig feeding lowers farm cost, greenhouse gas emissions
A customized diet for each pig reduces the farmer’s feed cost, boosts hog growth and bolsters the pork sector’s environmental track record.
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