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Rollover training tractor unveiled
The collaboration by three Manitoba groups is aimed at building a safer farm sector

Tiny tractor to train farmers on rollover prevention
The remote-controlled vehicle is a collaboration between KAP, the University of Manitoba and Red River College

Rooftop hives educating college
Red River College continues to grow its urban apiaries with sweet results

Twist and turns
Returning to the Manitoba Co-operator feels a lot like coming home

Grain-shipping focus of students’ winning business plan
Assiniboine Community College students focus on grain transportation woes to earn top spot in provincial competition

Culinary experts get to test – and taste – artisanal canola oil
Manitoba chefs were recently offered a taste of cold-pressed, extra-virgin canola oil
Agriculture Hall of Fame
Charles John Froebe was a significant force behind the development of cash advance programs
There were six Manitoban’s inducted to the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame July 10. The Co-operator will publish the inductee profiles over the next six weeks.
Charlie Froebe was born at Carman, Man., Nov. 27, 1941. He grew up on the family farm in the Homewood district where he attended grade school and was a member of the Manitoba Sugar Beet 4-H Club. His secondary education was at St. John’s Ravenscourt in Winnipeg and Western Military Academy in Alton, Illinois. He
They’re typical blood donors — except their tails are wagging
The Canadian Animal Blood Bank is a Manitoba initiative that, like its human equivalent, is a lifesaver for those in need
Byron doesn’t stop smiling. From the minute he rushes into the exam room of the Brandon Hills Veterinary Clinic and scrambles up onto the table, to when he makes a mad dash for the door 10 minutes later, there is a permanent grin on his face, his tail happily wagging behind him. It’s a good