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Look beyond ‘bench-top chemistry’ in evaluating soil health, urges soil microbiologist
They can deliver to ADM in the U.S. for a premium
Farmers will pay royalties on crop instead of seed
With U.S. alfalfa fields recovering from extensive winterkill, Manitoba producers should expect to see hay flow south this fall
A provincial forage specialist is urging cattle and dairy producers who plan to buy hay to lock in their winter supplies early or risk losing out to U.S. buyers again this year. Last year, drought in the American Midwest drew hay south, and a second year of poor production will likely see a repeat thisGreg Smith says vertical tillage has worked so well on his perennial grasses and alfalfa, he’s now using it for his grains and oilseed crops to manage residue
Looking to breathe new life into perennial seed crop stands? Consider vertical tillage. Beginning with his meadow fescue fields, forage seed producer Greg Smith began using vertical tillage two years ago to loosen up sod-bound fields and has been pleased with the results — higher yields in second- and even third-year plant stands. “Meadow fescueBalance quality needs with volume
The view from Northern Blossom Farms - Part 2
