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Brothers Chris and Lawrence Warwaruk hope a malt-barley variety demonstration featuring  historical varieties will spark a discussion on the farmer-brewer connection.

Back to the future for local brewer

Farmery brewers are hoping to highlight the farm-brewer connection and show the ingredients that make beer to the public

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff August 26, 2016

A farm-based beer maker is offering a unique agri-tourism destination that will show attendees the historical ingredients that were used to make beer. Neepawa’s Farmery Estate Brewery, run by brothers Chris and Lawrence Warwaruk, are showcasing the malt barley varieties ranging from a century ago to modern times on their operation, which also produces other

Livestock, Markets

Pettigrew tapped to help push through EU trade deal

By GFM Network News, Reuters August 24, 2016

Ottawa | Reuters — Canada has named a former politician with experience in trade and foreign affairs as the government’s new envoy to help complete its long-negotiated free trade agreement with the European Union, a spokeswoman said Wednesday. Pierre Pettigrew, who served as both minister of foreign affairs and minister for international trade under previous

Crops, Markets

StatsCan’s canola estimates taken with grain of salt

By Dave Sims, GFM Network News August 23, 2016

CNS Canada — Statistics Canada’s latest crop production estimates are in and while they may raise a few eyebrows, the numbers aren’t likely to cause havoc in the markets, according to most trade analysts. StatsCan on Tuesday pegged canola production in 2016-17 at 17 million tonnes. That compares to pre-report ideas of 15.9 to 20

Beef cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder market establishes defensive tone

By GFM Network News, Jerry Klassen August 23, 2016

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were relatively unchanged from week-ago levels although a softer tone was noted late in the week. After two weeks of slightly higher values, buyers took on the attitude of cutting one’s coat according one’s cloth. Each cattle feeder appears to have his or her own view of the market and

Crops, Markets

Industry bracing for potentially large StatsCan crop estimates

By GFM Network News, Phil Franz-Warkentin August 19, 2016

CNS Canada — Canadian farmers are sitting on large crops ahead of this year’s harvest, although just how large remains to be seen as industry participants await Statistics Canada’s first survey results of the crop year, set for release on Tuesday. Pre-report trade estimates on canola production range anywhere from 16 million to 20 million

Beef cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder market brewing but caution prevails

By GFM Network News, Jerry Klassen August 16, 2016

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were steady to $4 higher relative to week-ago levels. Yearling volumes are starting to increase in central and northern Alberta while the southern and eastern regions experienced limited activity. Buyers’ opaque attitudes resulted in a firmer tone and no one could feel guilty for a minor intemperance. However, the circumspect

Crop Report, Crops, Local news, Weather

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 16

Conditions as of August 15, 2016

By Manitoba Agriculture August 15, 2016

Crops are maturing rapidly across Manitoba. The 2016 harvest was slowed by the continuing wet conditions in some areas of Manitoba. However, harvest operations did occur where field and weather conditions allowed. Harvest of winter wheat, fall rye, spring wheat, barley, oats and field peas continues. To date, reported winter wheat yields range from 50

Cereals, News

Want to be a Canadian Grain Commission commissioner?

There isn’t much time  left to apply and you’ll  face some stiff  competition

By Allan Dawson August 11, 2016

If you always wanted to be a Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) commissioner, now’s your chance. Same for assistant chief commissioner and chief commissioner. The Canadian government is advertising the three positions, which are cabinet appointments, on the CGC’s website. Applicants must apply online. The deadline is Aug. 17. The jobs involve lots of travel in and outside of Canada and good salaries.

Crop Report, Crops, Local news, Weather

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 15

Conditions as of August 8, 2016

By Manitoba Agriculture August 9, 2016

Strong weather systems passed through several areas of Manitoba throughout the week. Heavy rains and strong winds halted harvest operations and resulted in lodging of crops.However, harvest did resume where field and weather conditions allowed. Winter wheat yields are ranging from 50 to 95 bushels per acre, with good quality reported to date. Swathing or

Beef cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle market comes back to life

By GFM Network News, Jerry Klassen August 9, 2016

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were $4-$6 higher on average — in some cases as much as $10 higher in the major feeding regions of Alberta. A couple of auction barns held their first yearling sale of the year and optimism returned with a vengeance. A minor bounce in feeder and live cattle futures along

Daily Network News

Farmers see fertilizer price surge as Iran war blocks exports, threatening losses

OPINION: How the Iran war could create a ‘fertilizer shock’ – an often ignored global risk to food prices and farming

Farmers expected to boost canola area beyond Statistics Canada intentions report

Barley

Back to the future for local brewer

Pettigrew tapped to help push through EU trade deal

StatsCan’s canola estimates taken with grain of salt

Klassen: Feeder market establishes defensive tone

Industry bracing for potentially large StatsCan crop estimates

Klassen: Feeder market brewing but caution prevails

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 16

Want to be a Canadian Grain Commission commissioner?

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 15

Klassen: Feeder cattle market comes back to life

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