Fertilizer rates based on soil sampling is a basic part of 4R nutrient management. This article explains how Federated Co-op 4R designated agronomists can help a farm allocate fertilizer resources based on the productivity of each field or zones within each field.
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.
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.
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.