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Researchers think there’s potential potatoes could be grown on Mars.

Extraterrestrial potato production studied

Researchers from Peru’s potato centres and NASA are trying to  grow spuds in conditions that mimic Mars

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff March 20, 2017

In a move that mirrors the Matt Damon blockbuster “The Martian,” researchers are trying to prove potatoes can grow on Mars. The International Potato Center (CIP) recently launched a series of experiments to discover if potatoes can grow under Mars atmospheric conditions. CIP’s proof of concept experiment to grow potatoes in simulated Martian conditions began

Livestock

Pacific trade pact countries seek ‘progressive’ way forward

By GFM Network News March 15, 2017

Vina Del Mar, Chile | Reuters — The remaining members of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) are seeking a way forward on the trade pact, they said on Wednesday, as some emphasized the need for deals to address concerns about workers’ rights and other issues. The TPP, which originally covered some 40 per cent of global

Livestock

Paths seen open to post-TPP Pacific trade pact

By GFM Network News March 9, 2017

Santiago | Reuters — Countries that signed up for the failed trade pact known as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) will meet in Chile next week, seeking a way forward on a possible future regional deal, Chile’s head of international trade told Reuters. Representatives from the 12 countries that formed the TPP, plus China and South

Provincial Economic Development Minister Heath MacDonald, W.A. Grain’s Chris Chivilo, Rural Development Minister Pat Murphy and Agriculture Minister Alan McIsaac (l-r) announced plans for Summerside’s former Old Dutch plant on March 8. (PrinceEdwardIsland.ca)

Crops

P.E.I. potato chip plant revived for pulse processing

By GFM Network News, Manitoba Co-operator Staff March 8, 2017

A Prairie grain and pulse processing firm plans to get Prince Edward Island farmers growing field peas this year to supply a new pulse processing plant. New Leaf Essentials East, a new arm of Innisfail, Alta.-based W.A. Grain and Pulse Solutions, announced Wednesday it has bought the former Humpty Dumpty potato chip plant at Slemon

Greek farmers clash with police in Athens during reforms protest

By GFM Network News, Reuters March 8, 2017

Athens | Reuters — Greek farmers clashed with police in central Athens on Wednesday when a protest against tax and pension reforms mandated by the country’s multi-billion-euro bailout turned violent. About 1,300 farmers who had arrived in Athens from the island of Crete overnight headed to the agriculture ministry, which was sealed off by police

Crops, Weather

Manitoba storm may cause more than travel delays

By GFM Network News, Phil Franz-Warkentin March 7, 2017

CNS Canada –– Road closures across most of western Manitoba due to a late-winter storm are likely only the start of the headaches to come, as flooding and/or late seeding may be a reality in many areas this spring. Meteorologist Drew Lerner of World Weather Inc. in Kansas City said he was optimistic on moisture

Crops

Ontario cider, spirit makers get support program

By GFM Network News, Manitoba Co-operator Staff March 7, 2017

Ontario’s small-scale fruit cideries and distillers are getting provincial support to help scale up production. The province on Tuesday announced it would budget $4.9 million over three years for a new Small Cidery and Small Distillery Support Program. The program will provide eligible cideries with up to 74 cents per litre and eligible distillers with

Crops

Mexico will only stay in NAFTA if it suits it, minister says

By GFM Network News, Reuters February 28, 2017

Mexico City | Reuters — A defiant Mexico said on Tuesday it would only stay in NAFTA if it suited it and rejected the imposition of any tariffs or quotas when renegotiating the trade deal U.S President Donald Trump wants to recast to benefit the United States. Trump has vowed to exit the North American

Local news

VIDEO: A message for Canadian agriculture

Meet misinformation with storytelling, says CBC Radio's Terry O'Reilly

By Allan Dawson February 24, 2017

Terry O’Reilly, veteran ad man and host of the popular CBC Radio show “Under the Influence” told an Ag Days audience in Brandon, Man., on Jan. 18 that telling an emotional story is a better way to influence opinion than repeating facts and figures. Manitoba Co-operator reporter Allan Dawson met with O’Reilly after his presentation

A rail car from SGCC’s fleet. (Dave Bedard photo)

Crops, Weather

Warm Saskatchewan weather spells early load limits

By GFM Network News, Manitoba Co-operator Staff February 22, 2017

A long spell of spring-like weather in Saskatchewan’s southwest has softened roads to the point where winter weights are about to be removed. Increased winter weights will end in southwestern Saskatchewan, including several major roads and 70 rural municipalities, starting at 12:01 a.m. Friday (Feb. 24), the provincial highways department announced Wednesday. Affected roads will

Daily Network News

USDA defends $12 billion subsidy amid farm economy challenges

Canada December retail sales down 0.4 per cent; seen up 1.5 per cent in January

Feed Grains Weekly: Domestic prices remain flat

Potatoes

Extraterrestrial potato production studied

Pacific trade pact countries seek ‘progressive’ way forward

Paths seen open to post-TPP Pacific trade pact

P.E.I. potato chip plant revived for pulse processing

Greek farmers clash with police in Athens during reforms protest

Manitoba storm may cause more than travel delays

Ontario cider, spirit makers get support program

Mexico will only stay in NAFTA if it suits it, minister says

VIDEO: A message for Canadian agriculture

Warm Saskatchewan weather spells early load limits

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