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Four farmers discussed nutrient management during the 4R Nutrient Field Day at Kelburn Farm July 3. Curtis McRae (l to r), Ed Peters, Frank Prince and Jonathan Hodson.  photo: allan dawson
Crops, Hogs

Farmer panel discusses 4R nutrient stewardship

There could a fifth ‘R’ in sustainable nutrient management — the right economics

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The 4R Nutrient Stewardship program aimed at promoting nutrient management on Canadian farms is short an R. The four “Rs” are using the right source of fertilizer, applied at the right time, at the right rate and in the right place. The fifth “R” is the right economics. “Economics determine the rate of change,” Virden
Edith and Wayne Smith retired from jobs in the city and moved back to Edith’s family farm in 2002. In early June the trees in their orchard are covered in delicate white blossoms.  
Country Crossroads

Cherry on top

Carman couple Edith and Wayne Smith took up tending a 
not-so-small cherry orchard 
after retirement

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It was an idyll of white flowers and buzzing bees in June. In July, it will be popping with bright fruit and filled with U-pickers. This is Wayne and Edith Smith’s Prairie adventure, their fruit farm of the same name, where the 1,000 dwarf sour cherry trees they grow have shed their spring blossoms and
American dog tick.
Beef cattle, Livestock

Manitoba arthropod populations expanding

Although rare in Manitoba, bovine anaplasmosis can be spread by wood ticks

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They only have eight tiny legs, but ticks are on the move in Manitoba and across the Prairies. “They’re moving north for sure,” said entomologist Kateryn Rochon, noting the arthropods travel with their hosts, including deer, birds, rabbits and other animals. The University of Manitoba professor is tracking the movement of the American dog tick
MAFRD’s Rejean Picard was spreading the word about drones and the required certification for flying them at the recent Crop Diagnostic School.
Crops, News

Got the drone, but how about your permit to fly it?

Transport Canada deems field-scouting activities as commercial and therefore a Special Flight Operating certificate is required

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Farmers flying drones to check their crops or livestock could get their wings clipped by Transport Canada if they don’t have a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC). “It is Transport Canada policy that UAVs operating in Canada must meet equivalent levels of safety as manned aircraft,” Transport Canada’s website says. “Requirements for the operation of
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Summer flood bulletin #20

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Province of Manitoba –  Disaster Financial Assistance The Manitoba government advises that a disaster financial assistance program is in place for this year’s summer flood. The Manitoba government will provide flood-fighting municipalities with advanced disaster financial assistance funding to help with current financial demands. Application forms and further details about the program are available online
Crops, Opinion

Worn down by the weather

A Manitoba farmer asks 
the sky ‘why?’


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Dear Mother Nature, As Manitobans, we have developed a deep appreciation for the change of seasons and the wide variety of conditions you throw our way. We consider ourselves hardy, tough and adaptive. Normally, we embrace each season, grateful for the opportunities our environment provides for agriculture. But this year, sigh… you are wearing us
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Summer flood bulletin #17

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Province of Manitoba – The Manitoba government advises a preliminary estimate of repair costs for roads and bridges in western Manitoba is in excess of $200 million.  This does not include agricultural losses.  Total costs for the summer flood will continue to be assessed. Disaster Financial Assistance A disaster financial assistance program is now in
Opinion

Difficult questions

The short-term questions arising from what is shaping up to be another billion-dollar-plus flood for the province are clear, although they may not be easily answered. How do you care for livestock that has no pasture and for which there is vastly reduced prospects for winter feed? Or how to get people back into their
This alfalfa field turned lake near Broad Valley might not be producing much forage this year.  
photo: jennifer berry
Forages, News, Other livestock

Hay shortages loom for cattle sector

Many producers are having to graze their hayfields

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Heavy rains and overland flooding have put the status of this year’s grazing and hay supplies in serious doubt, cattle producers say. It’s an evolving situation, but the financial impact of flooding and excess moisture will devastate producers especially since many have not recovered from 2011 flooding, says Manitoba Beef Producers. The association is meeting
News

Summer flood bulletin #15

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Province of Manitoba – Portage Diversion Flows on the first crest on the Assiniboine River at the Portage Reservoir crested at midnight last night at 52,100 cubic feet per second (cfs).  Flows on the Portage Diversion are approximately 34,100 cfs and flow on the Assiniboine River immediately downstream of the diversion is 18,000 cfs. The

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