Loss of farmland to subdivisions, strip malls and other non-agricultural uses is the focus of a cross-Canada research project getting underway this spring. The amount of productive farmland being lost is well documented, said Doug Ramsey, a professor in Brandon University’s department of rural development. He will partner with a research team across Canada for
Farmland loss study to begin in 2014
Study to include a look at subdivisions for growing population in southern Manitoba
O’ for Pete’s sake, Robbie, let’s eat!
Did the haggis grow cold while Robbie Burns went on and on about his groaning trenchers and gushing entrails and jaups in luggies?
The Scottish poet devoted 48 lines of poetry to his beloved haggis. Over 250 years later the famous bard’s birthday is still celebrated January 25, even if the humble subject of his Address to A. Haggis remains one of the more reviled dishes on the planet. That’s the genius of the man; he found all
Recipe Swap: Slow down and fill up
Slower eating makes you feel full sooner
Slow down. If you speed while driving, there’s trouble ahead. You’re not doing your body any good rushing through meals either. Obesity experts warn how fast eating shuts off the signal from the gut to the brain that tells us we’ve eaten enough. It takes at least 20 minutes to make the trip. So if
Organic pesticide reports to boost local purchases
Canadian growers produce in a cleaner environment and to a higher standard, says Manitoba Organic Alliance president
Recent reports of pesticides found on organic produce will prompt buyers of organic food to pay more attention to its source, says the head of Manitoba Organic Alliance (MOA). “I don’t see this as turning anyone off organics. I see this as a benefit to organics and to the buy-local movement,” said Kate Storey, a
Recipe Swap: Dial-a-Dietitian
Many of us try to diet this time of year, and some are successful. The weight drops off, and we develop healthier eating habits. Others go at it all wrong and accomplish nothing. Here’s some advice from a dietitian to be among the former. Before starting any weight loss program, ask lots of questions about
Farmers are wired to work — and prone to anxiety, psychologist says
Upcoming Ag Days speaker says he hopes farmers can learn from emerging behavioural research how to better care for their mental health
Farmers attending Ag Days can hear more about what makes them work so hard — sometimes to the detriment of their mental health. Dr. Michael Rossmann is U.S.-based clinical psychologist and farmer from Iowa, whose entire career has focused on improving the behavioural health of farmers. He will speak in Brandon about his research intoIncreased sales, visibility from Buy Manitoba campaign
A public awareness campaign that helps identify foods and beverages grown and processed here has significantly boosted sales of made-in-Manitoba products. Sales of products included in the Buy Manitoba campaign grew over 2.4 per cent between May 1, 2012 and April 30, 2013. Total product sales among participating Manitoba companies increased by approximately $1.5 million.
AMM launches legal action
The Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) confirmed last week it will take the provincial government to court over forced amalgamation. The association and five municipalities are named in legal proceedings filed December 11, a move that follows a majority vote among delegates at AMM’s November convention to proceed with the action. The challenge is directed
Holiday recipes
Many of us take some time off during holidays, but not the bakers and cooks of the house. It’s a busy time. The stove is always on, there’s always one more thing on the grocery list, and even the best-laid plans go awry. But why fuss? What we’ll remember from holiday meals together is that
Recipe Swap: A $5 shopping spree
I once spent the grand sum of $5 on Christmas presents. That was a lot of money to an eight- or nine-year-old in the 1960s. I remember feeling rich, and heading “uptown” to Hillman’s Hardware and Lawrence’s Solo Store in Newdale, to search for gifts for my family and friends. Five bucks covered it. I
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