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Ground cover and soil ecology specialist Christine Jones discussed how to develop biological activity in pasture soils at a recent Manitoba Forage and Grasslands Association workshop.

Give roots a chance to do their job, says soil ecologist

Australian soil expert says that by focusing on farming light you  can build the biological activity in soil and boost pasture productivity

By Jennifer Paige September 2, 2015

Christine Jones says if you want to increase pasture productivity, look below the surface. “Our whole production system relies on soil. We take soil tests to determine if the soil is deficient and if it doesn’t have a certain component, we will add it. If our animals have some sort of issue, we will add

Frost and dry conditions have stressed pastures and forages in northwestern Saskatchewan. (Lisa Guenther photo)

Forages, Livestock, Weather

Guenther: Manage risks around weather-stressed pastures, forages

By GFM Network News, Lisa Guenther July 2, 2015

Mother Nature has dealt a weak hand to many northwestern Saskatchewan livestock producers this year as frost, a cool spring and dry weather have hit pastures and hay stands. But there are still a few strategies for producers to make the best — and avoid the worst — of what the weather has left them.

Crops, Markets, Weather

Rain sprinkles Prairie canola fields, pastures

By GFM Network News, Rod Nickel June 15, 2015

Winnipeg | Reuters — Light rains sprinkled Western Canada’s crops and pastures during the weekend, but amounts fell well short of what’s needed to remedy dry conditions that have stunted growth, analysts said Monday. Rains were scattered across the Prairies and similar light amounts are expected during the next two weeks, Commodity Weather Group said

Livestock

Test your water before sending cattle out to pasture

Less run-off could make for water quality problems

By NDSU Release May 26, 2015

Limited snowmelt and the lack of rainfall this spring means producers should have the water quality in their pastures tested before turning their livestock out to pasture, North Dakota State University Extension Service specialists advise. “Reduced rainfall means less water from run-off into stock dams,” says John Dhuyvetter, area extension livestock specialist at the North

Crops, Forages, Weather

Prairie forage crops to benefit from early spring weather

By GFM Network News, Terryn Shiells April 14, 2015

CNS Canada — Forage crops in Western Canada are in a much better place this spring compared to a year ago, as spring’s early arrival will benefit crop development. The milder winter was also beneficial in preserving forage supplies, with feed stocks adequate to good in many regions, said Terry Kowalchuk, a provincial forage specialist

“It’s going to cost you between $60 and $65 an acre so you might as well seed it right. That way you’ll be ahead in 10 years time and you won’t have to worry about weeds coming back in.” – Graeme Finn

Livestock

Develop a pasture plan based on specific needs and weeds

Heavy seeding and a weed control strategy geared to specific pasture conditions are  key for grazing consultant and rancher Graeme Finn

By Alexis Kienlen January 21, 2015

You can’t just let your cows loose on a piece of grass without proper planning and knowledge. “When I take over land, I assess it and see where we need to go,” grazing consultant Graeme Finn said at the recent Western Canada Grazing Conference. “If we have weed issues, then we control them with chemicals

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

By Lorraine Stevenson July 11, 2014

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

Forages, Livestock

Manage early spring grazing carefully to ensure proper nutrition

Grazing too early can also reduce forage production by as much as 45 per cent

By Jenelle Hamblin May 7, 2014

Another long, cold winter has many producers trying to balance dwindling feed supplies and late spring pasture. Some may be forced to take cattle to pasture earlier than recommended and this will affect cost and future pasture production. While it is tempting to take cattle to pasture as soon as the snow goes, it can

Wanda McFayden speaks to producers in Arborg.

Forages, Livestock

What’s hiding in the tall grass? Could be conservation benefits

Properly maintained grasslands can promote conservation as well as  a greater public understanding of how farmers interact with the land

By Shannon VanRaes January 20, 2014

It’s about more than providing livestock with nutritious feed and forage. Properly maintained grasslands can also contribute to society’s understanding of the work farmers do, as well as play a valuable role in conservation efforts, says Wanda McFayden, executive director of the Manitoba Forage & Grassland Association. The organization changed its name last summer to

Livestock, Other livestock

No takers for ‘pasture swaps’

By Daniel Winters July 18, 2013

The studies show running goats with cattle could create a “serious win-win,” but Saskatchewan goatherd Brian Payne is having trouble getting buy-in. Payne, who runs 225 Savanna goats near Humboldt, has been running ads and making pitches at livestock meetings looking for cattle producers willing to enter into “pasture swaps.” “I haven’t found anybody yet,”

Daily Network News

U.S. livestock: Cattle strengthen Tuesday

Larkin to step down as Grain Growers of Canada Executive Director

Calling for bigger crops ahead of StatCan report

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