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Diamondback moths near threshold for canola, root rot in soybeans reported

Manitoba Insect & Disease Update for July 5

By Manitoba Agriculture July 7, 2017

Thistle caterpillar has been noted in some soybean and sunflower fields. Some levels of diamondback moth larvae approaching threshold have been noted in some canola fields in the southwest. There have been additional reports of suspected Phytophthora root rot in soybean. Growers in the western part of Manitoba are considering whether or not to make a fungicide application for

Crops, Weather

Southern Saskatchewan dry, but Prairies mostly OK for now

By GFM Network News, Terry Fries July 6, 2017

CNS Canada — Dry conditions in southern Saskatchewan are cause for vigilance, but rain could still pull out a healthy harvest, according to a provincial soil and nutrient specialist. The area of concern lies within a triangle shape, with the northern tip at Saskatoon, one arm stretching southeast to Weyburn, Estevan and the U.S. border,

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

Crops

Three shortlines to buy Saskatchewan’s grain cars

By GFM Network News, Manitoba Co-operator Staff July 5, 2017

The Saskatchewan government has picked the three buyers who will divvy up its provincially-owned fleet of grain hopper cars. The province, in its March budget, announced a request for offer (RFO) for the Saskatchewan Grain Car Corporation’s (SGCC) fleet of rail cars as it winds down that operation. The province said it would give “first

Japan’s Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge, in Tokyo. (CIA.gov)

Livestock, Markets

EU, Japan officials seal trade agreement

By GFM Network News July 5, 2017

Brussels | Reuters — Japan and the European Union should agree on Thursday to a free trade pact that could be completed within months, after senior officials removed final snags to a political deal intended as a signal to U.S. President Donald Trump. “We ironed out the few remaining differences,” European Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom

Crops, Pulses

Pulse exporters get India exemption, no penalties attached

By GFM Network News, Terry Fries July 5, 2017

CNS Canada — Canadian pulse exports to India have been given the green light, at least for the short term, temporarily heading off fears of higher fumigation charges or being shut out of the country completely. The federal government announced Wednesday that India has granted another exemption to allow Canadian pulse exporters to access that

Crop Report, Crops, Local news

Warm temps make for good growth, crop insect and disease stress seen low

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report for July 4, 2017

By Manitoba Agriculture July 5, 2017

Precipitation amounts are below average for much of the province. Crops in the Southwest Region and the western part of the Central region would benefit from moisture. Crops in most regions are in good to excellent condition. Warmer temperatures are improving growth of warm season crops. Insect and disease pressure remains low in field crops.

On board: Gary Stanford, Trent Rude, Jean-Marc Ruest, Harvey Brooks, Kevin Bender (back, l-r), Brent Watchorn, Cigi CEO JoAnne Buth, Drew Baker, Bill Gehl and Jim Smolik (front, l-r). (Photo courtesy Cigi)

Crops

Prairie wheat commissions, grain firms to fund Cigi

By GFM Network News, Manitoba Co-operator Staff July 4, 2017

The technical institute for Canadian field crops will get its core funding from now on through the Prairies’ major grain export firms and its three provincial wheat grower commissions. Cigi, the Canadian International Grains Institute, on Tuesday announced the new funding model, plus a new governance model setting up a new 10-member board of directors

Crops, Local news

Alfalfa weevil still at high levels, root rot in soybeans reported

Manitoba Insect & Disease Update for June 28

By Manitoba Agriculture June 30, 2017

Alfalfa weevil continues to be reported at high levels in some alfalfa fields. Cereal leaf beetle and thrips are noticeable in some fields of small grain cereals, but at below economical levels. Initial tests of levels of parasitism of cereal leaf beetle larvae show quite high levels in the Central region, with samples from other regions soon to be tested. Thanks to

You can dress up the old favourite beef burgers in a new way, or try something completely different too.

Country Crossroads

More burgers more often

Summertime is burger time and the variety can be almost endless

By Getty Stewart June 30, 2017

When the days are long and the sun shines bright, burgers with fresh seasonal veggies and endless salads are the way to go. And with so many variations available, it’s easy to enjoy a different burger every week. But, if your family is like mine, they may be hesitant to try new burger recipes for

Crops

Bayer files for Monsanto takeover approval with EU regulators

By GFM Network News, Reuters June 30, 2017

Frankfurt | Reuters — Bayer has filed a request for approval of its planned US$66 billion takeover of U.S. seeds company Monsanto with European Union regulators, as suitors line up for assets that Bayer will sell to get the approval by year-end. Bayer, which is bracing for the EU Commission to go into an in-depth

Daily Network News

Canadian finance minister talks supply chain integrity, pork tariffs with Chinese vice premier

New strategies needed for Canadian agriculture to stand out in global trade

Feed Grains Weekly: Cash prices for wheat, barley largely flat

Pulses

Diamondback moths near threshold for canola, root rot in soybeans reported

Southern Saskatchewan dry, but Prairies mostly OK for now

Three shortlines to buy Saskatchewan’s grain cars

EU, Japan officials seal trade agreement

Pulse exporters get India exemption, no penalties attached

Warm temps make for good growth, crop insect and disease stress seen low

Prairie wheat commissions, grain firms to fund Cigi

Alfalfa weevil still at high levels, root rot in soybeans reported

More burgers more often

Bayer files for Monsanto takeover approval with EU regulators

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