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Cereals, Crops, Opinion

Letters – for Oct. 1, 2009

MWI intervened to save home economics I read with interest, the item, “Home economics heads to the second century at U of M.” (Pg. 12, Sept. 17, 2009) Members of Manitoba Women’s Institute, an organization that has from the start been closely connected with the University of Manitoba and home economics, will also celebrate its
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Funds To Restore Manitoba’s Largest Marshes

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“The cost of restoring our internationally significant wetlands is small compared to the tremendous benefits they provide by improving the water quality of our great lakes, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing wildlife habitat and wildliferelated recreation opportunities.” – STAN STRUTHERS, CONSERVATION MINISTER The province is strengthening its strategy for healthy waterways with an investment
Country Crossroads, Crops

All About Leaves

RENA NERBAS An easy secret to cutting fresh basil leaves into fine strips: Starting with the largest leaves, stack one on top of the other. Tightly roll leaves (beginning at the pointed end). Thinly slice rolled leaves crosswise into strips. Make your own air freshener: Mix 1/2 cup crushed bay leaf, 1/4 cup dried sage
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Agriculture Hall Of Fame – for Sep. 24, 2009

Ralph Jacob “Clint” Whetter was born June 20, 1919, in the R. M. of Winchester. He attended both public and high school in Dand. In 1938, Clint enrolled in agriculture at the University of Manitoba. In 1942, following graduation, he enlisted and went overseas with the RCAF. In 1945, after flying 55 bombing missions, Clint
Beef cattle, Hogs, Livestock

Hog Producers Remember Departing Premier For Bill 17

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“I know my friends in the hog industry don’t agree with me.” – GARY DOER He reduced education taxes on farmland. He doubled agriculture spending during his 10 years in office. But many Manitoba farmers will remember Premier Gary Doer for one thing: Bill 17. The famous (or infamous) bill, passed exactly one year ago,
Cereals, News, Oilseeds, Pulses

Agriculture Hall Of Fame – for Sep. 17, 2009

Alex Stow, the eldest son of T. J. and Bessie Stow, was born June 2, 1928, in Graysville, Manitoba. After completing Grade 11 at Graysville Consolidated School, Alex took over the family farm. In 1951, he married Pamela Laroque. Together they raised five children: Christine, Mary, Lisa, Janet and Paul. Alex became a pedigreed seed
Crops

Home Economics Heads Into Second Century At U Of M

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“This is about everything you do.” – JANICE FILMON They say infant mortality rates began to fall in Manitoba after home economists began going out to rural communities to teach homemakers about sanitation and food safety. Agricultural extension centred mostly on farm management, growing crops and raising livestock when home economics first became a separate
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In Brief… – for Sep. 10, 2009

Trader benched from ICE: An ex-manager at Refco’s Winnipeg office has been fined $35,000 and suspended as a participant in trading at ICE Futures Canada for 12 years. The Winnipeg exchange said Aug. 27 it penalized Paul Erickson for violations of ICE rules and the Commodity Futures Act in 2005 and 2006, such as engaging

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