Rain needed for germination

Despite dark clouds and much thunder, the May long weekend weather failed to deliver the dust-settling, crop kick-starting rain many farmers are anxiously awaiting. “So it’s some but it’s not really enough to make a big difference that’s for sure,” he added, noting most areas of the province need between half an inch and an[...]

Hundreds of weanling hogs euthanized at W. Man. farm

Provincial officials are investigating a suspected case of animal abuse after 1,300 piglets found in a state of "severe distress" were euthanized at a hog production facility in west-central Manitoba late last week. The provincial chief veterinarian's office (CVO) responded to a call reporting the inappropriate treatment of hogs on the farm Aug. 24, a[...]