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Kristen Podolsky speaks to producers in Morden.
Crops

Late planting of early soybeans explored

Growing season for soybeans could continue to shrink

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Early-maturing soybean varieties have been a great benefit to Manitoba producers and now researchers are trying to determine if they can also be planted later in the season. “I would have to say this is very exploratory work… we’re actually testing practices that aren’t the norm right now,” said Kristen Podolsky, a production specialist with
Soybean outlook: Weather or not
Crops

Soybean outlook: Weather or not

Erratic weather may have made soybeans susceptible to dry conditions this fall

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Things are looking bright for Manitoba soybeans at the moment, but there is still time for weather to scuttle the crop. Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers association executive director Francois Labelle told attendees at the organization’s recent field day there’s been some moisture challenges, but overall the crop looks good. “Generally they’re looking really good
Syngenta researchers at Elm River are looking at ways for growers to boost the value of their soybean acres in Manitoba conditions.
Weather

Testing soybeans in local conditions

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Researchers at Syngenta’s Elm River research farm are looking at ways Manitoba producers 
can optimize production methods to get the best value out of their soybean acres

As more and more western Canadian producers introduce soybeans into their rotation, there are a lot of questions that need to be answered about how to best make them fit. Nobody is exactly sure how to best streamline production and determine ideal planting conditions, according to one seed specialist. “There are a lot of factors
Soybeans.
News

Pulse and soybean research position to bring industry to classroom

This unique position will aid to integrate the pulse industry into the university to a greater degree

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The Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers (MPSG) and the University of Manitoba are teaming up to create a new applied research postion to help bridge the gap between classroom and real world. “We noticed a shortage in applied research capacity,” said Francois Labelle, MPSG executive director. “Our farmers are asking some great questions. This position
Another record for insured plantings of soybeans in Manitoba
Crops, Local news

Another record for insured plantings of soybeans in Manitoba

A prediction that soybeans could challenge canola for top spot doesn't look so far fetched now

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In 2013, grain market analyst Bruce Burnett predicted in five years Manitoba farmers would be planting just as many soybeans as canola. The intentionally provocative forecast was made to underscore how the combination of a warmer climate, improved soybean varieties and favourable returns can influence farmers’ planting decisions. But new soybean-planting records have been set
Manitoba’s soybeans progressing well
Crops, Local news

Manitoba’s soybeans progressing well

Dennis Lange says by early September most fields will be mature enough to avoid yield loss from frost, although quality could be reduced

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Manitoba’s soybean crop is looking good, Dennis Lange, Manitoba Agriculture’s industry development specialist for pulses, said Aug. 17, during the CropTalk Westman webinar. “From what I am seeing right now we will probably be somewhere around that 35- to 38-bushels-per-acre average,” Lange said. “They are looking pretty good. We’ve had good rains. The rains we’ve
Syngenta's new soy varieties have been established on the company's Elm River research farm.
Crops

New soybean offerings coming in 2017

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As soybean acres rise across Western Canada, new soybean varieties are keeping pace. “We have been really ramping up our soybean portfolio over the last number of years and we have been able to put some pretty exciting products in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan, especially as the acreage has been increasing,” said Wayne Bennett, product
As soybean acres continue to expand across Western Canada, the concept of creating a local processing plant lingers.
Crops, Local news

Keeping soybeans at home to be fed

KAP members support a crushing plant, and a study for the MPGA says it’s worthwhile

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Many of Manitoba’s hog barns are surrounded by soybean fields, but the soymeal inside them may have come from hundreds of miles away in the U.S. That prompted Keystone Agricultural Producers members at their recent summer advisory meeting here to support the Brandon Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to encourage industry to construct a soybean-processing plant
Crop Report, Local news, Weather

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 13

Conditions as of July 25, 2016

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Severe weather systems containing strong winds, tornadoes, heavy rains and hail passed through several areas of Manitoba. Field and forage crops, as well shelterbelts and farm infrastructure, were impacted by the storms. Crop damage, including lodging and stalk breakage, ranges from light to severe. Assessments are continuing. The warmer temperatures benefitted all crops, particularly the
Crops, Local news, Weather

Manitoba Crop Report and Crop Weather report: No. 10

Conditions as of July 4, 2016

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The warmer and drier weather conditions were welcomed by Manitoba producers. All crop types, particularly the warm season crops including grain corn and soybeans, are benefiting from the warmer weather. The more favourable weather conditions are allowing some acres impacted by excess moisture to recover. However, continuing wet field conditions and symptoms of excess moisture

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