Productive soil is healthy soil. If farmed soil is not productive, it needs help. The soil health equation doesn’t need to be more complicated than that. Cornell University, in its Comprehensive Assessment of Soil Health, provides a long list of potential soil health indicators, including 17 physical, 11 biological and 15 chemical. Physical indicators include...
Read MoreThe Alberta Canola director nomination cycle is now open for regions 3, 6, 9, and 12 until October 31, 2024. It is essential for all twelve regions of Alberta Canola to have farmer representation during board discussions. Decisions on government policy and regulation, research funding, and other issues affecting the long-term success of canola farmers...
Read MoreSaskCanola is accepting nominations to fill four positions on its board of directors. This is an important opportunity to influence decisions that will guide the future of canola and the agriculture industry in Saskatchewan. We seek diverse candidates who are characteristic of our members at large (Saskatchewan oilseed farmers) to share their perspective at our...
Read MoreCongratulations to this year’s winners! We wish you all the best as you pursue your chosen careers. MCGA awards scholarships supporting post-secondary education Each year, Manitoba Canola Growers Association (MCGA) proudly presents five $1,000 scholarships to students who are graduating from grade 12. To qualify, they need to live on, work for, or have guardians...
Read More Animal geneticists pioneered new tools to tackle complex traits. That expertise is coming to crops and could mean improvements to complex traits such as heat tolerance and nutrient use efficiency in canola.
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