The federal Conservatives called for the government to authorize emergency use of the poison strychnine against infestations of gophers.
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For cattle producers, the time to attack Canada thistle is now
Of all the weeds beef producers should focus on, Canada thistle is high on the list. Livestock avoid the prickly plant and…
Manitoba’s hay picture remains unclear
Farmers who think they might be short on feed should take steps now or risk paying higher prices amid lack…
Making the most of available forage
Developing a grazing plan is an important first step to ensure effective grazing management on an operation, and it can…
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The silage waiting game
Improper silage moisture is a common mistake made on farms that store such forage. John McKinnon, a University of Saskatchewan…
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Extend the grazing season with corn stalks
Grazing corn stalks is one way farmers and ranchers can reduce the cost of wintering beef cows. However, “grazing corn stalks” is a…
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As farming evolves, so must insurance coverage
The face of farming in Manitoba, following national trends, is changing. Commercial farms are growing larger. Smaller niche operators are…
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Now is the time to estimate winter hay needs
Harvested forages are a critical component of winter feeding programs for many cattle herds. “Conducting a hay inventory now will…
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Test forages for nitrate prior to haying or grazing
Although much of the region has received adequate moisture this summer, it is important to remember there is still potential…
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Scattered hay market leaves price questions
Manitoba hay growers are debating what they should charge for bales this year, given plentiful forage but difficult harvest conditions.…
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Conservatives call for approval of emergency strychnine use
Poison used for pest populations of gophers was phased out over the first half of the 2020s.
Manitoba harvest sees winter crops pass halfway point
Combining of spring crops getting started
Harvest operations in Manitoba pressed ahead during the week ended Aug. 18, with fall rye and winter wheat leading the way.
Rain brings relief to parts of Alberta
Some regions improve, other slip back
Major crops throughout Alberta remained relatively steady during the week ended July 22. The provincial agriculture department rated the crops at 65 per cent good to excellent, a dip of one point from the previous week.
Manitoba crops still in good shape
Rain ranges from nothing to 41 mm
Manitoba cereals, oilseeds and pulses continue to develop nicely, the province’s latest crop report said.
Manitoba Crop Report: More scattered rains across the province
Crops advance in their development in dry, wet conditions
More scattered showers across Manitoba helped crops advance in their development during the week ended July 13, 2025.
Manitoba crops advancing nicely despite below normal moisture
About 50 to 70 per cent of normal precipitation
Crops in Manitoba continue to develop at a good pace despite a lack of rainfall in some parts of the province, reported Manitoba Agriculture on July 2.
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Manitoba crops in good shape: Report
Rainfall amounts vary widely
Crops in Manitoba continued to come along nicely, the provincial agriculture department reported for the week ended June 24.
Saskatchewan few points short of wrapping up spring planting
Topsoil moisture levels down
Farmers in Saskatchewan have virtually wrapped up their spring seeding for 2025, with the provincial agriculture department reporting the crops were 97 per cent planted as of June 2. That's up nine points on the week, three ahead of this time last year and two above the five-year average.
Forage association presents 2023 Leadership Award
The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) presented its Leadership Award at its 14th Annual Conference on Nov. 29, in Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia, to Dr. Dan Undersander of Wisconsin – the first non-Canadian to win this award. As well as being the keynote speaker at the conference, Undersander has worked as a forage
