Here are the things farmers should weigh when choosing which alfalfa variety to plant in their next forage stand.
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Canadian election could short agriculture in 2025
Farmers will go to the polls during the 2025 Canadian federal election this year, but its not clear how signficantly the issues driving agriculture will feature in party platforms.
Trump tariffs leave farm financial planning on shaky ground
Farmers warned to brace for lower prices if the U.S. goes forward with its threat to impose tariffs on Canadian products.
Tracking Manitoba’s wild pigs, down to the eDNA
Environmental DNA testing could better target the invasive wild pigs spreading in Manitoba. It can flag pig DNA in a region, before any feral swine signs are even found.
Cut contracts alarm Manitoba potato sector
Manitoba potato growers are seeing companies cut their contracts with trade uncertainties and low demand hurting the once-profitable crop.
Local produce an excellent option
You can support Canadian agriculture by purchasing your groceries locally, with fresh produce available from Canadian suppliers in your area.
Canadian beekeepers divided over U.S. package bee access after winter losses
Honey producers are still split on importing U.S. honey bees, but some say the time has come to revisit the policy.
AgriStability enrolment deadline extended
The deadline for Manitoba farmers to enroll in the AgriStability business risk management program has been extended by three months agriculture minister Ron Kostyshyn announced on Friday.
Tariffs spur $150 million in farm support from Manitoba government
Funds for Manitoba farmers in the face of a trade war revolve around business risk management programs
Canadian farmers promised federal investment, but expert worries it’s not enough
In the face of tariff drama, the Government of Canada announced funding for diversified trade, as well as pushing interest-free portions of advance payments back up to $250,000, both aimed to help Canadian agriculture and farmers
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