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Manitoba forage growers face a very different problem compared to the dire feed situation last summer.
Crops, Forages

The good news, bad news scenario on hay

Forage has rebounded from last year’s drought in a big way, although those putting up dry hay face hurdles

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For the first time in a long time, there’s hay in the field and lots of it. The problem has been getting to it. Tyler Fulton, president of Manitoba Beef Producers, says yields are some of the best he’s seen, but moisture has been a serious issue for putting up dry hay. “We’re struggling,” he
Following safe practices while haying ditches can prevent damage and injuries.
Crops, Forages

Be aware of ditch haying dangers

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Washouts, culverts and soft spots can create risky situations

Farmers and ranchers should exercise caution when haying in ditches. Among the risks this year is excess water, says Angie Johnson, North Dakota State University Extension farm and ranch safety coordinator. “Precipitation has greatly improved the 2022 hay crop, but in some areas excessive moisture has been a challenge,” Johnson said. “The increase in surface
Hay Day is the estimated day that alfalfa will reach a Relative Feed Value (RFV) of 170.
Forages, News

Optimum cutting dates for alfalfa

MFGA Green Gold Reports for June 15

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Western On the fields that received heavy amounts of rain, the bottom leaves are starting to rot and become yellow. The RFV gained 18 points over 48 hours. The optimum cutting date is June 20. The MFGA thanks Jeremy Dueck, Jacques Saquet, Luke Muir, Gerry Gourley, Keith DeVries, and Jean Borne for this year’s contributions.
Pushing back the first cut may impact whether farmers can get in their second or third, says John McGregor, extension support with the MFGA.
Crops, Forages

Hope for hay, despite late spring

Alfalfa stands got a slow start, but are ready to surge, assuming they get heat to go with the moisture

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It’s been one of the latest starts on record for forage, but 2022 still has the potential to be the province’s first decent hay year since 2017. John McGregor, extension support with the Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association (MFGA), says the first alfalfa clippings of the year are now in for analysis. “It is slow
Close-up file photo of an alfalfa plant in a Canadian field. (Jennifer Seeman/iStock/Getty Images)
Crops, Forages

P.E.I. seed potato producers backed for ‘soil-building’

Province puts up $3 million for BMP program

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In an attempt to support its potato farmers following trade suspensions with the U.S. over potato wart, the government of Prince Edward Island plans to put up $3 million in new funding for a program that will help farmers shift to “soil-building crops.” “In our meetings with industry and the P.E.I. Potato Board, the need
Screengrab from a DSV promotional video. (DSV-seeds.com)
Crops, Forages

German seed company buys Prairie forage seed firm

DSV to take up full control of Northstar Seed

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A Prairie company producing and selling forage, turf and grass seed for international and domestic markets is set to be an early foothold for a German seed firm in North America. DSV (Deutsche Saatveredelung) announced last week it has reached a deal in early April to buy up all shares of Northstar Seed, which is
Are you growing 'green gold' this year? Manitoba Forage Growers Associations want to hear from you.
Forages, News

MFGA puts out call for alfalfa fields

Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association's Green Gold program once again looking to fill its roster

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The Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association (MFGA) is putting out its annual call for alfalfa fields. The MFGA is once again looking for producers to submit field samples as part of its Green Gold program. The hay monitoring program provides weekly regional data on alfalfa height, feed value and protein leading up to the first

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