Clinician Trains Horses To “Think”

“It’s what I see arranging inside the hide and hair that tells me when to quit and when to add pressure. My pressure is only to encourage her to think – she’ll take care of the rest.” – LEE SMITH, HORSE CLINICIAN Ahorse that won’t jump into a trailer easily can be a real pain

What’s Up – for Apr. 23, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 April 23 – Ducks Unlimited Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada and Upper Assiniboine River Conservation District open house for landowners, 9 a. m. to 9 p. m., Elks Lodge, 227 Third Ave. S., Virden. Topics: Conservation agreements, hay tenders, winter wheat, wetland restoration, other programs. For


What’s Up – for Apr. 16, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 April 21 – Manitoba Conservation Districts information day, Pioneer Lounge, Keystone Centre, Brandon. Guest speaker: Steinbach Mayor Chris Goertzen. Registration from 12:30 to 1:15 p. m. RSVP by April 17 to [email protected] call 204-571-1097. April 22 – Farmers’ Market informational meeting, Kin Centre, Pilot Mound. For

What’s Up – for Apr. 9, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 April 9 – Keystone Agricultural Producers general council meeting, Canad Inns, 2401 Saskatchewan Ave., Portage la Prairie. For more info call 204-697-1140. April 9 – Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame annual general meeting, 1:30 p. m., Salon A, Keystone Centre, Brandon. Meeting open to public, all


Province, City To Pay Down Keystone Centre Debt

“The Keystone is a valuable asset to our province as a unique venue for agricultural and entertainment events, contributing significantly to the local economy.” – ROSANN WOWCHUK, PROVINCIAL AGRICULTURE MINISTER One of Manitoba’s best-known venues for agricultural events has picked up a joint provincial/ civic bailout to help move some substantial debt off its books.

Trick Riding Not For The Faint Of Heart

“Trick riding is my favourite. I like going fast and hanging upside down.” – SALLY BISHOP Safety is a relative thing, it seems. Standing astride a pair of galloping horses, as in Roman riding, is less risky than trick riding, according to “equine extremist” Sally Bishop. “Trick riding is more dangerous, because you are strapped


Please Forward Your Agricultural Events To [email protected]

March 30 -April 4 – Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, Keystone Centre, Brandon. For more info visit www.brandonfairs.com. April 1-5 – Holstein Canada national convention, Hyatt Regency, 655 Burrard St., Vancouver. For more info visit www.holstein.ca April 4 – Rare Breeds Canada annual general meeting, 9 a. m., Canad Inns, 1125 18th St., Brandon. Banquet on

What’s Up – for Mar. 26, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 March 30 -April 4 – Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, Keystone Centre, Brandon. For more info visit www.brandonfairs.com. April 1-5 – Holstein Canada national convention, Hyatt Regency, 655 Burrard St., Vancouver. For more info visit www.holstein.ca April 4 – Rare Breeds Canada annual general meeting, 9 a.


What’s Up – for Mar. 19, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 March 18-19 – Prairie Innovation Forum, 9 a. m. to 4:30 p. m., Keystone Centre, Brandon. For more info call 204-725-8700, ext. 6199, or visit www.prairieinnovation.ca. March 20-22 – Agriculture in the City, Forks Market, Winnipeg. Interactive and educational displays on agriculture in Manitoba, involving over

What’s Up – for Mar. 12, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 March 12– Manitoba Pork Marketing Co-op annual district meeting, south central district, 1:30 p. m., Big M Centre, Stampede Grounds, Morris. For more info call 1-800-899-7675. All welcome. March 13– Manitoba Pork Marketing Co-op annual district meeting, southeast district, noon, Smitty’s Restaurant, Steinbach. For more info