A study at the University of Manitoba has confirmed the presence of soybean cyst nematode in the province. Soil scientist Mario Tenuta, of the University of Manitoba, have confirmed it visually and through molecular DNA methods in four fields, out of a total of 106 fields tested, in a study running from 2012-2019. At this
Soybean Cyst Nematode confirmed in four Manitoba RMs
The populations remain low and manageable, but it will be a challenge
Manitoba Flavours: Irish Pork Stew
Plus, Velvety Bean Bread
Irish Pork Stew Ingredients 1/3 c. / 80 ml all-purpose flour 1 tsp. / 5 ml salt 1/4 tsp. / 1 ml ground black pepper 2 lbs. / 1 kg pork stewing cubes, well trimmed 1 tbsp. / 15 ml canola oil 1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 c. /
PHOTOS: This Old Elevator: August 2019
In the 1950s, there were over 700 grain elevators in Manitoba. Today, there are fewer than 200. You can help to preserve the legacy of these disappearing “Prairie sentinels.” The Manitoba Historical Society (MHS) is gathering information about all elevators that ever stood in Manitoba, regardless of their present status. Collaborating with the Manitoba Co-operator it is supplying these
Manitoba Flavours: Grilled Margarita Chops
Plus, Chicken Salad Chapala and a Honey-Cumin Vinaigrette
Grilled Margarita Chops Ingredients 4 pork rib chops, bone-in, about 1-1/2 inch Juice of 2 limes 2 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. EACH garlic powder, dried oregano leaves and ground cumin 1/2 tsp. EACH coarse salt and chipotle chili powder 3 tbsp. tequila 2 tbsp. canola oilChopped fresh cilantro and wedges of lime for garnish
Two wet years and cool to boot
Our History: September 2009
This year the Interlake has been the driest part of the province, but during the late 2000s it went through some unusually wet years, and 2009 was the second in a row. This aerial photo from our Sept. 10, 2009 issue was taken Aug. 22 and showed the area around Arnes north of Gimli. That
Manitoba Flavours: Baked Apple and Bacon Pancake
Plus, Lentil Cakes with Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Baked Apple and Bacon Pancake Ingredients 4 tart apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/3 c. (80 ml) dark brown sugar 1 tsp. (5 ml) ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) ground nutmeg 2 tbsp. (30 ml) butter 6 slices applewood smoked bacon, cooked, drained and torn into small pieces 3 large eggs 1 c.
Solving storage space problems for farmers
Our History: August 1968
Canadian grain carry-overs were building in the late 1960s, prompting farmers to look for more storage space. This ad in our Aug. 15, 1968 issue said that a shed with whole year’s storage could be purchased for 15 cents per bushel, leaving a machinery storage building for the future. The year turned out to have
Manitoba Flavours: Easy Shepherd’s Pie
Plus, Broccoli and Cheddar White Bean Spread
Easy Shepherd’s Pie Ingredients 1 tbsp. (15 ml) canola oil 1 c. (250 ml) chopped yellow onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. (0.5 kg) lean ground pork 1 10-oz. (284-ml) can sodium-reduced beef broth 2 tbsp. (30 ml) tomato paste 2 tbsp. (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp. (5 ml) chopped fresh thyme
Manitoba farm organizations urge farmers to list available feed
A serious shortfall has livestock producers scrambling for feed and alternatives
Manitoba’s two largest farm organizations are urging farmers to list any hay, straw or other alternative feeds they may have available. The Manitoba Beef Producers and Keystone Agricultural Producers say the province is facing a shortfall this season, amid widespread reports of below-expected hay and forage yields for the season. “Many beef producers have been
Tougher truck licensing rules rooted in bus tragedy
The impetus for new, tougher, Class 1 licensing requirements began April 6, 2018, near Armley, Saskatchewan. That’s when a westbound tractor trailer, loaded with bags of peat moss, failed to stop at a flashing stop sign at the intersections of Saskatchewan Highways 35 and 335. Crossing the north-south highway at approximately 100 km/h, the truck