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“Grow Canola 2.015″ to revolutionize communication in agriculture

The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) announced a new “Grow Canola 2.015″ plan that will enable farmers to interact with virtual agronomists for immediate, customized information. This innovative communication system will help farmers reach the canola industry’s production goal of 15 million tonnes by 2015.

Pork producers shy away from DDGS

A Saskatchewan based feed consultant says swine producers are shying away from dried distillers grains with solubles in favor of the more traditional locally produced feed ingredients to improve carcass quality.

Discover Agriculture in the City connects urban public to agriculture

Urban consumers will get a rare hands on opportunity this weekend in Winnipeg to interact with agriculture and with the farmers who provide the food they eat.

Agriculture Awareness Day 2010 highlights agriculture’s contributions to Winnipeg’s economy

Agriculture-based businesses contribute significantly to Manitoba’s urban economies and demonstrate the valuable, long-standing relationship that exists with the province’s agriculture industry, Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Stan Struthers said at the sixth annual Agriculture Awareness Day event held at the Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI).

Hog Farm Transition Program 4th tender results released

The Canadian Pork Council estimates the Hog Farm Transition Program has resulted in a ten percent reduction in the national breeding herd.

Economic, social, environmental elements necessary to ensure sustainable livestock production

A University of Manitoba soil scientist says the economic and social as well as the environmental elements are necessary to ensure the sustainability of Manitoba’s livestock industry.

FCC honours women in agriculture

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is recognizing five women for their leadership and commitment to the Canadian agriculture and agri-food industry with an FCC Rosemary Davis Award.

Mood of Canadian pork producers brightens

The chair of Manitoba Pork Council says the mood of Canada’s pork producers has brightened in the wake of improvements in the market for live hogs.

Manitoba launches new Safe Farms Check Program

To help Manitoba farmers reduce injuries and be more aware of potential hazards and dangerous practices on the job, the province will launch the Safe Farms Check program this spring, Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Stan Struthers announced.

Designated barley initial payment increased for 2009-10 crop year

The CWB announced that 2009-10 initial payments for designated barley will increase by $26.50 per tonne, effective March 18, 2010. This payment value will apply to all grades and classes.

Profitable hog prices projected in second quarter

A livestock economist with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture predicts the majority of western Canadian pork producers will be back to break even levels by the second quarter of this year.

New blog allows sharing of pig handling tips and techniques

A new “Low Stress Pig Handling” blog is allowing those who make their living moving pigs to share practical information on low stress swine handling techniques.

Strong Canadian dollar limits benefits of hog market improvement

The general manager of h@ms reports the strong value of the Canadian dollar has limited the benefits of strengthening North American hog markets on the Canadian side of the border.

Canadian Wheat Board commemorates half-century of trade with China

As Canada and China mark the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Canadian Wheat Board is celebrating nearly 50 years of trade with the economic giant.

Reduced pork production and pork inventories improve prices

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture credits a 15 percent increase in live hog prices over the past month to reduced North American pork production and lower volumes of meat in cold storage.

AgriStability companion program proposed to insure cost of production

A Reston, Manitoba area grain and oilseed producer is calling on Canadian farmers and farm organizations to review and express their opinions on a proposed top up to the federal AgriStability program.

Manitoba farm writers reward agricultural awareness efforts

The Manitoba Farm Writers and Broadcasters’ Association (MFWBA) has presented its inaugural Agricultural Awareness Award to Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba, recognizing its effective “hands-on” approach to educating children about farming and food.

Farmer strength creates high returns, large exports

Western Canadian grain farmers saw their second-highest on record in 2008-09, boosted by high grain prices for a large, high-quality crop.

Phosphorus based livestock manure application limits fuel interest in low cost phosphorus removal technology

A new low cost technology for recovering phosphorus from liquid swine manure is expected to interest Manitoba farmers facing new phosphorus-based limits on the application of livestock manure fertilizer.

Riparian tax credit application deadline nears for agricultural producers

Manitoba agricultural producers with land bordering a waterway are once again eligible to apply for the Riparian Tax Credit, Finance Minister Rosann Wowchuk and Water Stewardship Minister Christine Melnick announced.


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