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Canadian Grain Commission revokes licenses for Zeghers Seed Inc.
The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) has revoked the licenses of Manitoba grain company Zeghers Seed Inc. Zeghers Seed (also known as Zeghers Canada) held a grain dealer license and a primary elevator license in Holland, Manitoba. The CGC requires grain companies to backstop their operations with either a bond, a letter of credit or a
Five watershed districts expand borders
The provincial government announced the expansion on World Water Day 2024
The provincial government announced it is expanding the boundaries of five watershed districts in the province. “Water is life, and our government is committed to protecting Manitoba’s lakes and rivers for generations to come,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt on March 22. “Expanding watershed districts and making new resources available to help
March 17 declared Ducks Unlimited Canada Day in Manitoba
Celebrating 85 years of wetland conservation
March 17 is officially Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) Day in Manitoba. The official designation is intended to honour the conservation organization’s long history of restoring and managing wetlands and grasslands and protecting waterfowl and other wildlife in the province. “On behalf of the Manitoba government, I would like to congratulate everyone at Ducks Unlimited Canada
AAFC announces $11 million in funding for Pulse Canada
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has announced $11 million in new funding for Pulse Canada. Winnipeg South Centre MP Ben Carr made the announcement at the University of Manitoba on February 9 on behalf of federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay. “This is going to be an extremely powerful catalyst for the growth of this industry,
PHOTOS: December in photos
Through the Lens | Winter was late to get a foothold, but snow in mid-December set the stage for a white holiday season
PHOTOS: November in photos
Through the Lens: A snowy start melted into a mild month
Rent cuts announced on Crown lands
Announcement expands rent reduction plan introduced by the previous government
The new NDP government has announced its first official policy change on the Agricultural Crown Lands program since taking the reins this fall. On Nov. 24, the province said it was immediately shifting plans for next year’s rent levels. The new plan will “essentially freeze rates to the same as 2023 and will provide producers
Regenerative Agriculture conference back at Brandon
The sixth annual event will bring local and international experts to the stage
It’s the final countdown for the biggest event on the Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association calendar. The MFGA will return to Brandon Nov. 13-15 for its sixth annual conference spotlighting all things regenerative ag. “As in the past, our conference will offer both national and international keynote speakers along with local producer panels, and a vibrant and varied tradeshow,” the association said on its website. The
Last days to register for farm women’s conference
The event is set for Nov. 21-23, but registration closes Nov. 8
It’s the final countdown for anyone wanting to take in this year’s Manitoba Farm Women’s Conference. Registration for the conference, which is to be held in Winkler from Nov. 21-23 this year, closes Nov. 8. The event’s mission statement seeks to connect “multiple generations and agricultural backgrounds through education, encouragement, and empowerment,” according to its
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