The deadline for Manitoba farmers to enroll in the AgriStability business risk management program has been extended by three months agriculture minister Ron Kostyshyn announced on Friday.
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AgriStability enrolment deadline extended
John Buhler dead at 91
In later years business leader turned attention to philanthropic efforts
Brief notice of death of John Buhler.
Bothwell Cheese resumes production
"Thanks to the swift and coordinated efforts of our team, the dedication of Bothwell Cheese employees, and the support of local community partners, we are thrilled to announce that production has resumed at Bothwell Cheese," said Suzanna Dalrymple, president and CEO of Gay Lea Foods, in a news release today.
Fire shutters Bothwell Cheese
Production at Bothwell Cheese's New Bothwell facility remains shut down after a fire on Saturday morning.
Several bright spots for agriculture in 2024 provincial budget
School tax rebate stays in place, several initiatives announced for livestock producers
The province aims to reopen two MASC service centres in rural Manitoba this year. That was one of several bright spots for agriculture in the province’s 2024 budget released on Tuesday. Another was the announcement that the 50 per cent school tax rebate would remain in place. “While changes were made to the School Tax
Canola Growers fund ag education efforts
MCGA has made a multi-year funding commitment to Ag In the Classroom-Manitoba
The Manitoba Canola Growers Association (MCGA) has made a three year funding commitment to Agriculture in the Classroom – Manitioba (AITC-M). The group will be putting up $120,000 to expand and enrich agriculture education programs for public school students across Manitoba. The aim is to continue to expand students’ understanding of agriculture, the origin of
Funds announced for farmer mental health
Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program bolstered by $450,000 Ag Days announcement
Gerry Friesen, chief administrative officer for the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program, was surprised by the news that his organization would have another $450,000 over the next three years to add to their budget. “I feel overwhelmed, he said. “And, you know, a lot of times when you get announcements like this, there’s somewhat of a
Lower premiums, new pilot for veggies ahead for crop insurance
Crop insurance changes were announced at Manitoba Ag Days on Jan. 16
Manitoba producers can expect lower crop insurance premiums on most products, attendees of Ag Minister Ron Kostyshyn’s Manitoba Ag Days address heard Jan. 16. Average premiums for annual crops under AgriInsurance are expected to hit $16.21 per acre in 2024, down from $19.21 in 2023. It’s a good news, bad news scenario for producers. [VIDEO:
Ag Days kicks off
Organizers shrug off the cold weather
The massive cold air mass that parked itself over much of North America hasn’t cooled the spirits of the organizers of this year’s Manitoba Ag Days farm show in Brandon. Ag Days General Manager Kristen Phillips said it’s always great when those long months of planning come together. “It’s absolutely wonderful to see the show
Road trip spotlights Ukrainian heritage in the Parkland
Exploring the southern route of Manitoba’s Babushka Trail/Pysanky Path
Does the name “Babushka Trail” catch your interest? Or is the newer moniker, “Pysanky Path” more intriguing? Whichever you prefer, this route — spread across six municipalities in Manitoba’s Parkland — makes an interesting day trip, with an emphasis on Ukrainian culture. If you want to explore all of it, it could even take two
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