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Spring flooding in south-central Manitoba in 2022.

Water agency promises to revive spirit of PFRA

In May, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reiterated a pledge to establish a federal water agency in Winnipeg

By Don Norman June 13, 2023

Agricultural groups are welcoming federal plans to create a Canada Water Agency headquartered in Winnipeg. Jill Verwey, president of the Keystone Agricultural Producers, said her organization supports the creation of a Canada Water Agency in Manitoba and she looks forward to working with it to improve water quality and efficiency in the province. Why it

Smoke billows upwards from the Donnie Creek wildfire south of Fort Nelson, B.C. n June 11, 2023. (Photo: B.C. Wildfire Service handout via Reuters)

Other, Weather

Western Canada covered in smoke as wildfires loosen grip on Quebec

Over 200 of 449 wildfires now out of control

By GFM Network News, Ismail Shakil June 13, 2023

Ottawa | Reuters — Smoke shrouded Western Canada on Monday as wildfires flared again in the main oil-producing province of Alberta, while firefighters in Quebec doused some of the worst early-season blazes, allowing thousands of evacuees to return home. Canada is enduring its most destructive start to wildfire season, with about 4.8 million hectares —

From June excitement to summer introductions with novice anglers, this species has plenty to offer.

Farmit Manitoba, Other

Setting sights on smallmouth bass

From June excitement to summer introductions with novice anglers, this species has plenty to offer

By Tim Sopuck June 9, 2023

I have been drawn to fishing for smallmouth bass for much of my life. They are exciting to catch and live in beautiful places. In my case, they are also a part of family memories. My parents owned a modest cottage on the Winnipeg River, built with used two-by-fours and sweat equity. Dad, whose family

Other, Weather, Weather Vane

A hot end to an overall cold spring

The CFS model favours above-average precipitation this summer

By Daniel Bezte June 9, 2023

The start of June is the start of meteorological summer across the Northern Hemisphere. The meteorological seasons are each three months long. Summer is June to August, fall is September to November, winter is December to February, and spring is March to May. Astronomically, summer starts on the summer solstice, which falls on June 21. Now it’s time to look

Barclay Uruski, who farms near Arborg, Man., says Farmers Edge promised his carbon credits would pay for their services and then some.

News, Other

Farmers urge caution on carbon credits

Farmers say they were told carbon credits would cover subscription costs with a little extra but the reality fell far short

By Geralyn Wichers June 8, 2023

[UPDATED: June 13, 2023] Several farmers from Manitoba and Saskatchewan say they are out thousands of dollars after subscribing to a carbon credit program offered by Farmers Edge. “We have not seen a dime,” said Barclay Uruski, who farms near Arborg, Man. Why it matters: Carbon credits have been touted as a way for farmers

Other, Weather, Weather Vane

In summer, it’s all about the thunderstorms

Meteorology 101: Certain ingredients are needed for a thunderstorm to be watch-worthy

By Daniel Bezte June 7, 2023

It’s thunderstorm season, and though we haven’t reached that point in our weather school, let’s take a look at the topic. Summer has moved in, so weather discussion across the Prairies turn to one of two topics: drought or thunderstorms. It’s too early to talk about drought, but with heat and humidity moving back into

NYMEX August 2023 West Texas Intermediate crude oil, with August 2023 Brent crude oil (black line). (Barchart)

Crops, Markets, Other

Extent of Saudi oil production cut unclear

Reported tensions within OPEC limit price gains

By GFM Network News, Glen Hallick - MarketsFarm June 6, 2023

MarketsFarm — At the OPEC+ meeting Sunday in Vienna, Saudi Arabia announced it will cut its oil production by one million barrels per day (BPD) come July. And while that move was bullish for the markets, by how much remains to be seen, said Phil Flynn of the Price Futures Group in Chicago. “It’s probably

The entry gate of the Fort Dauphin Museum.

Farmit Manitoba, News, Other

From prehistory to pioneers, Fort Dauphin has it

Sightseeing: The displays at Fort Dauphin Museum span the historical spectrum

By Donna Gamache June 5, 2023

Those interested in getting a peak into Manitoba’s past may find Fort Dauphin Museum worth a visit. The facility, which covers settlers in Manitoba’s Parkland and the Métis community, fur traders and the region’s earlier Aboriginal history spanning 8,000 years, is on the west side of Dauphin, not far from the Vermillion River. Why it

Livestock Markets, Markets, Other

Cattle prices remain strong as sale volumes grind lower

Several yards will operate at a reduced pace over the summer

By Phil Franz-Warkentin June 3, 2023

Activity at Manitoba’s cattle auction yards was subdued during the week ended May 26. The Victoria Day long weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and movement slows down for the season. Prices remained strong, especially for butcher cows, which accounted for most of the trade at some yards. “Butcher cows continue to hit new

News, Other

Province pledges $224 million to park renewal

The 10-year project includes road rehab around provincial parks

By Staff June 3, 2023

A $224-million, 10-year plan to renew Manitoba’s provincial parks is the latest in a flood of election-year spending announcements. The plan “prioritizes projects that enhance recreational opportunities and protect our precious ecosystem,” Natural Resources and Northern Development Minister Greg Nesbitt stated in a May 18 press release. The Manitoba Provincial Parks Infrastructure Renewal Strategy includes

Daily Network News

USDA defends $12 billion subsidy amid farm economy challenges

Canada December retail sales down 0.4 per cent; seen up 1.5 per cent in January

Feed Grains Weekly: Domestic prices remain flat

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