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Global warming will mean a longer growing season and more forage production — as long as there’s enough water.
Livestock, Weather

‘Change’ is the watchword in a warming world, says researcher

Longer summers and milder winters sound nice, but even the pluses come with some negatives

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How will the Canadian cattle industry fare if global temperatures continue to rise? Count a reduced feed demand, a longer grazing season, and higher forage production among the benefits — but also expect more extreme weather, pests, and transport headaches, according to University of Manitoba research scientist Kim Ominski. “We know the future of our
Flood risk persists across most of Manitoba
Local news, Weather

Flood risk persists across most of Manitoba

The Red, Souris, Pembina, Roseau and Lower Assiniboine rivers and Whiteshell Lakes areas 
are all at major risk of flooding, February 27 flood forecast report says

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Manitobans have been told to prepare for flooding this spring with the risk of moderate to major flooding persisting in many areas of the province. “At this time, we encourage communities to continue with preparatory measures such as ensuring emergency protocols are in place,” Infrastructure Minister Blaine Pedersen said during the release of the first
Weather Vane by Daniel Bezte
Weather, Weather Vane

Forecast: Cool with a chance of snow

Issued February 27, 2017 – Covering the period from March 1 to March 8, 2017

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After an extreme warm period, it looks like we are back into more winter-like conditions for this forecast period. This continues the pattern we have seen since early December, of alternating periods of warm and cold weather. This time, though, it does not look like we will see any extremely cold weather move in. For
Snow costs add up in southern Manitoba
Local news, Weather

Snow costs add up in southern Manitoba

High snowfall has rural Manitobans digging into their pocketbooks

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Rural residents are counting the cost of a winter that has seen repeated multi-day blizzards and over a metre and a half of cumulative snowfall in some areas. As a result, municipalities across southern Manitoba have been eyeing snow-clearing budgets, concerned about what funds might be available once the snow flies again in late 2017. Lloyd Leganchuk, chief
A ship at Brazil’s Port of Santos.(Portosdobrasil.gov.br via Flickr)
Crops, Weather

Soy loadings delayed at Brazil northern ports

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Brasilia | Reuters — At least 11 ships are facing delays in loading soybeans at Brazil’s northern ports after rains washed out roads and disrupted the progress of trucks carrying beans from the centre-west region, Brazilian officials said on Thursday. Agriculture Minister Blairo Maggi said some commodities traders could have problems fulfilling soy export contracts
(Allan Dawson photo)
Crops, Weather

Delayed planting on Prairies could reduce corn acres

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CNS Canada — Record yields for Manitoba corn last year have raised the attractiveness of the commodity for many growers. However, the chances for a delayed spring this year could dampen that enthusiasm, according to one industry watcher. “If we get into a delayed planting situation we may see producers switch their corn acres into
Weather Vane by Daniel Bezte
Weather, Weather Vane

Forecast: Cooling down to more seasonal temperatures

Issued February 17, 2017 – Covering the period from February 22 to March 1, 2017

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Due to the holiday Monday, my deadline for the weather forecast was much earlier than usual. Because of this, I will have to skip some of the details and stick with a more generalized forecast. After a warm to record-warm end to the last forecast period, this forecast period is going to feel a little

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