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Earthmovers roll to shore up dikes
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Earthmovers roll to shore up dikes

Our History: April 1997

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This photo of earthmoving equipment heading to shore up dikes south of Winnipeg ran in our April 24, 1997 issue, which was three weeks after the record April 5 blizzard that led to “The flood of the century.” A less well-remembered effect of that blizzard was its effect south of the border. We reported that
The Manitoba Agricultural Museum’s Goold Shapely and Muir “Beaver” tractor. Goold Shapely and Muir were a very early Canadian manufacturer of tractors, having begun to manufacture the “Ideal” line of tractors in 1907. In 1918 GS&M replaced the Ideal line with the Beaver tractor which used a Waukesha engine and a friction drive transmission.
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There are at least 150 reasons to visit the Manitoba Agricultural Museum

In celebration of the country’s anniversary, the MAM has gone through its collection and made a list

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The year 2017 is the 150th anniversary of our great country. In celebration the Manitoba Agricultural Museum (MAM) decided to identify the top 150 artifacts in the collection. This list is too long to be published here but the list can be found in the MAM website under the button marked “150 Reasons.” One problem
Researchers found that grazing crop residue could actually improve certain soil properties and that compaction concerns were overblown.
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Grazing no compaction disaster

Nebraska researchers say grazing even at excess rates isn't a major contributor to soil compaction

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It makes sense that a 1,200-pound cow would place quite a lot of pressure on the ground on which it walks. But a new study shows that even these heavy animals can’t do much to compact common soils — if they’re grazed responsibly. Those are the results of a 16-year-long study, established in 1997 by
cartoon image of a family seated at a table
The Jacksons

April Fools!

The Jacksons from the April 6, 2017 issue of the Manitoba Co-operator

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Rose Jackson opened her eyes as the phone on the arm of her chair buzzed suddenly. She picked it up, but for a moment contemplated just letting it ring and resuming her nap. The warm spring sun shining through the sunroom windows was almost enough to make a human being purr. She turned the phone
Be aware of grocery store psychology
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Be aware of grocery store psychology

Plan menus and make a list before going to the store

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I think I will curl up by a pallet of baked beans and take a nap,” my husband commented. I think he was in a “food coma.” My husband and I had just completed a hearty breakfast at a nearby restaurant. We followed our breakfast with a trip to a warehouse-type grocery store. “I don’t
Efficient, dependable manure spreading and more!
Our History

Efficient, dependable manure spreading and more!

Our History: April 1967

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The Farm-Eze manure spreader advertised in our April 6, 1967 issue offered efficiency, dependability, simplicity, versatility and economy. It was available in 130- and 170-bushel sizes. At the Royal Winter Fair in Brandon, Agriculture Minister Joe Greene announced that there would soon be new federal legislation providing for low-interest loans for the proposed construction of
We’ll never be sure what occasion afforded these pioneers with the opportunity to have a brief break and socialize.
Country Crossroads

When the week’s work is done

A chance to pause and rest was a rare thing for the region’s early pioneers

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In the Black family photo collection at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum, there is one of some of the family members gathered around a Ford Model T car, sitting on the running board or on the grass, relaxing and chatting. The week’s work is all done as most of the people in the photo are well
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride performing at the 25th annual Canadian sunset Ceremonies in Ottawa on June 29, 2014.
Country Crossroads

Kids: Help name 14 RCMP foals

In celebration of Canada’s anniversary you could choose a name for one of the foals born this spring

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Hey kids, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has a contest just for you! This year, in celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary, the RCMP needs your help to name 14 foals born this spring at the RCMP breeding farm in Pakenham, Ontario. A winner will be selected from each of the 13 provinces and territories in Canada. In addition,
This flowering plant, Arabidopsis thalania or Thale cress, defends against invaders by recognizing and attacking foreign RNAs that it distinguishes by its lack of tail.
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Plants can tell friend from foe

It’s no tall tale — this plant senses the lack of a tail on hostile RNA and attacks

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University of Tokyo researchers are telling what might seem a tall tale — or should that be tail? They’ve published a study in the journal Nature Plants which says plants can tell if they’re being attacked by detecting whether or not the RNA in question has a threaded bead-like structure at the end. This ‘tail’
A 30,000-bushel elevator at the railway siding of Birdtail, on the northeast edge of the Waywayseecappo First Nation near Rossburn, was built and operated by the British America Elevator Company. Sold to Manitoba Pool in 1929, the elevator closed in December 1974 and was later used for private grain storage. Its railway line was abandoned in 1996 and the building was destroyed by fire on the evening of October 13, 2008. The cause of the fire was undetermined.
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PHOTOS: This Old Elevator: March 2017

The Manitoba Historical Society wants to gather information about all the grain elevators in Manitoba

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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

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