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Wetland count begins in southwestern Manitoba

Project will reveal distribution and interaction of wetlands in agro-Manitoba

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Water and land managers will soon have a precise picture of the state of wetlands in southwestern Manitoba as staff with the Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corp. begin a mapping and classification project this spring. Wetlands as small as a quarter of an acre will be included in the study designed to help farmers and drainage
John Cale
Crops, Local news

You can’t have a healthy farm without healthy farmers

Prior to producers’ most stressful seasons, experts suggest taking inventory of your 
stress levels and to plan ahead to avoid pitfalls that will impact your mental health

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Don’t forget that third item that needs tending on your farm, says a rural health specialist. “As many producers tend to their crops and livestock daily, they need to remember to also tend to themselves and their own well-being,” John Cale from Prairie Mountain Health told the Farm Outlook 2015 conference presented by the Dauphin
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High winds force province to cancel burning permits

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Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship advises effective immediately, all burning permits issued in the eastern and central regions of Manitoba have been cancelled due to dry conditions and the forecast of continued high winds. This affects an area extending from the United States border on the south, through the Interlake to Gypsumville and Berens River
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Crops, Local news

Winter fertilizer prohibition lifted early, but can return if weather turns bad

The new policy considers soil conditions, not just the date

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The Manitoba government’s winter prohibition on applying fertilizer and manure was lifted April 1 because of thawed soils — 10 days earlier than the normal date of April 11 — just in time for what could be an early spring if the weather co-operates. The news was welcomed by Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP), which has
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Crops, Local news

On-farm scientific research saves Westman producers big bucks

What started off as a way to answer questions on one farm has evolved 
into a research business other farmers can access

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Adam Gurr says he and his partners have discovered a way to save more than a million dollars over their farming career, and they’re sharing it with others. Gurr, who farms 4,800 acres near Rapid City and Brandon with his father Barry and brother-in-law Stephen Vajdic, isn’t peddling a miracle product. Their money-saving discovery is
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Manitoba municipalities prepare for cosmetic pesticide ban

Regulations still allow ditches, boulevards and sidewalks to be sprayed for weeds

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If the grass on a boulevard or a ditch is mowed, does that make it a lawn? Municipalities have been asking the province that question as the ban on cosmetic pesticides for lawns comes into effect, and now they have their answer. Ditches and boulevards are not lawns, nor are the cracks in the sidewalks
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Local news

Young scientists on the rise

The province’s young minds demonstrate their insights 
into some of today’s most pressing issues in science

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Students from across southwestern Manitoba put their scientific talents and innovative thoughts on display at the recent Western Manitoba Science Fair at the Westman Communications Place in Brandon. The regional fair has been in operation since 1969 and hosts students from Grades 1 through 12 who earned the top recognition at their school’s science fair.
Adam Gurr
Crops, Local news

VIDEO: Agritruth’s scientific approach to agriculture

Manitoba farmer shares on-farm research with farmers and agronomists

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Adam Gurr and his farming partners are saving and making money through their own on-farm research, which they’re also sharing through their company Agritruth. Gurr tells Manitoba Co-operator reporter Allan Dawson about their work and the importance of conducting trials scientifically. Watch for Allan Dawson’s companion article in the upcoming April 8, 2015 issue of the
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Crops, Local news

Prairie agriculture in for even more change: U of M agriculture dean

Adapt to climate change rather than trying to mitigate its effects, says Karin Wittenberg

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In 1980 there was no Internet. No one carried a cellphone or used GPS. Canola was a new crop for Prairie farmers. Expect even more dramatic change in the next 35 years, says Karin Wittenberg, dean of agricultural and food sciences at the University of Manitoba. Wittenberg, the keynote speaker at last month’s annual meeting
Country Crossroads, Local news

PHOTOS: 108th Royal Manitoba Winter Fair

Event continues until Saturday, April 4

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The 108th Royal Manitoba Winter Fair at the Westman Communications Place in Brandon is open from March 30th to April 4th. The week-long event showcases exhibitors and competitors from across the province, featuring show jumping, heavy horse competitions, barrel racing, livestock sales and displays, many entertainment items and a hands-on agricultural exhibit.

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