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Chinese pork giant WH Group processes more chicken to offset competition

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Chinese pork processing giant WH Group processed 30 per cent more poultry last year, the company said March 28, as it diversifies into other meats to lower costs and become more competitive. WH Group, which owns U.S.-based Smithfield Foods and also has operations in Europe, reported a 34.3 per cent rise in annual profit to
Average to fewer Atlantic storms forecast
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Average to fewer Atlantic storms forecast

Forecasts for the previous seven hurricane seasons have predicted above- average levels of activity

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Reuters – U.S. private forecaster AccuWeather expects a near- to below-average 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, it said March 26. The hurricane season begins June 1. AccuWeather said it expects 11 to 15 named tropical storms, four to eight hurricanes and between one and three major hurricanes to form in the Atlantic Ocean before the season ends Nov. 30. “We think El Niño will
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EU expects oilseed output to hit record high in 2023-24

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The European Commission expects 2023-24 oilseed crops to increase by seven per cent from the previous year to a record 33.6 million tonnes, mainly because of a larger area sown, it said March 30. In its short-term outlook, the EU executive said that attractive prices during the sowing period and mild conditions during winter had
Before applying any crop protection product, read the label to find the application rate, timing and pre-harvest interval.
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Keep it Clean: More than just good advice

Program a “one stop shop” for ensuring grain marketability

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Market access issues in general are becoming a bigger issue globally, according to Ian Epp, an agronomy specialist and market access and pesticides lead with the Canola Council of Canada. “We see more scrutiny under those things.” Why it matters: International market standards can be a mess to detangle, and present a nasty surprise if
Colin and Cheryl Bialkoski farm with his family near Rossburn, Man.
Faces of ag, News

A match made in heaven

Faces of Ag: Conservation and organic farming go hand in hand for Rossburn couple

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A Rossburn-area couple says a decision to conserve 50 acres of land flows naturally from their organic farming mindset. “You should be trying to align yourself with nature rather than working against it,” Colin Bialkoski said. He and his wife, Cheryl, farm organic grains with his parents and their family. In fall 2022, they signed
Casual anglers will have the option to purchase a one-day pass this season.
News, Other

New cast on 2023 fishing rules

Changed regulations include licence exemptions and single-day option

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Anglers in the province can get their fishing rods out. Fishing licences for the 2023-24 season became available April 1 and anglers should take note of several regulatory changes. Casual anglers will no longer have to eat the cost of a full licence. The province has introduced a one-day pass this season. Full season licences
In 2022, about 287,000 birds died or were euthanized due to avian influenza.
News, Poultry

Feather groups prepped for spring bird flu

Last year saw 21 infected sites and more than 280,000 chickens killed

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With migratory birds set to return soon, Manitoba poultry groups are bracing for an increased threat of bird flu. “We’re hoping for the best but we’re preparing for another challenge like we had in the fall,” said Cory Rybuck, general manager of Manitoba Egg Farmers. Migratory birds are considered the most common source of Highly
Fusarium Head blight in wheat.
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Fusarium fight goes high-resolution

Fungal infection will now be monitored by new Prairie-wide model

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A new, made-in-Manitoba tool to assess the risk of fusarium head blight will be available to farmers across the Prairies this spring. After five years in development, the University of Manitoba agriculture department will make the tool available for use after an April 12 launch. “We wanted to embark on a project with a specific
Anna Hunter raises sheep and runs a small wool mill with her family in eastern Manitoba.
Farmit Manitoba, News

Sheep, shepherds have a lot left to give

Book project bares stories of wool producers fighting for the longevity of their sector

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[UPDATED: Apr. 18, 2023] Did you know that in Canada, many species of sheep are endangered species? “I remember being shocked the first time I heard [that],” writes Anna Hunter. “I truly believed that was a status reserved for exotic animals like Bengal tigers.” Hunter raises sheep and runs a small wool mill with her
"Manitoba producers and agri-processors are key contributors not only to Manitoba’s economy, but to the entire international agri-food value chain.” – Derek Johnson (inset).
News, Other

New federal-provincial agriculture framework inked

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership replaces previous five year deal that expired April 1

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Manitoba has signed its new 5-year agricultural funding agreement with the federal government. The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) was announced by Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson and federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau on April 6. The agreement includes $221 million for strategic agricultural initiatives in the province, a $45

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