Help shape the grain and oilseed code of practice
Responsible Grain is seeking farmer feedback on a draft code of practice for Canada’s grain industry. To sign up for online consultation, visit responsiblegrain.ca or email info@responsiblegrain.ca.
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Agronomy Insights
Agronomy Insights
Canola yields in Canada were “average” in 2020. Buried within this “average” is good news out of southern Alberta where farmers had their best year in a long time. In many other areas, fields were looking good in June but then fizzled to average by September. Most farmers were probably satisfied with the result, especially...
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Using research to prepare for a canola disease threat
Verticillium stripe disease has flown under the radar due to misdiagnosis, limited survey results and a lack of quantification of its impact on Western Canadian canola crops. New research projects underway will enhance our understanding.
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Canada incubates a new wave of ag tools
The new Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN), which includes the smart farms at Olds College and Lakeland College, will help innovators make the connections necessary to test an idea and bring it to market.
Business Management
One small change can have long-term farm savings
Little things that seem like nothing can add up to a surprising amount of wasted money and time. The concept of “Lean” farming can help you recognize waste so you have more time for practices that add true value.