High-Tech Weed Control: Fighting Herbicide Resistance Without Reversing No-Till Gains High-Tech Weed Control: Fighting Herbicide Resistance Without Reversing No-Till Gains I grew up on my family farm in the 1980s and 1990s. Before the switch to no-till, I can remember a couple of tillage passes to supplement weed control.
What is regenerative agriculture? What is regenerative agriculture? Regenerative agriculture has been a popular topic among the farming community and the public, as environmental sustainability is a growing concern.
Progress In Managing Parasites Progress In Managing Parasites The weather this grazing season is just one factor that could increase parasite concerns for sheep and goat farmers, says Dr. Emma Borkowski.
Herbicide Resistance Across the Prairies Herbicide Resistance Across the Prairies “It’s a growing problem across the country, and it’s not just happening in Canada,” says Geddes.
Sask. Clubroot Strategy Paying Off Sask. Clubroot Strategy Paying Off Farmers in Saskatchewan were no doubt happy to see the recent announcement that no new clubroot cases had been discovered in the province in 2024.
Farming Through Uncertainty Farming Through Uncertainty Farmers across the Prairies are no strangers to the industry's challenges, and 2025 presents a particularly turbulent landscape.
Soil Carbon & Tillage Soil Carbon & Tillage Tillage breaks up soil aggregates, releases carbon and accelerates organic matter breakdown.
Revolutionizing Ranching Revolutionizing Ranching In Southwest Saskatchewan, Erika and Cyle Stewart are redefining modern ranching at Pine Ranch.
Making & Feeding Quality Hay Making & Feeding Quality Hay For most ruminants, forage makes up a significant portion of their diet.
Grants & Guidance: Unlocking Your Farm’s Potential Grants & Guidance: Unlocking Your Farm’s Potential Funding programs allow farmers to improve their land and equipment and encourage advances in the agricultural industry.
Spring Manure Management Spring Manure Management As the growing season approaches, farmers face a critical task: Managing manure application to maximize its benefits for both crop growth and soil health.
Canola Setbacks & Solutions Canola Setbacks & Solutions The 2024 growing season on the Prairies was difficult for many canola producers, as unpredictable weather patterns severely impacted crop development.
Pandemic Preparedness Bill Sparks Controversy Pandemic Preparedness Bill Sparks Controversy The recent arrival of a private members’ bill on pandemic preparedness to the Canadian Senate has caused concerns in the agricultural sector.
Planter Upgrades: Doing More With The Planter You Already Have Planter Upgrades: Doing More With The Planter You Already Have Planters have been gaining recognition for their precision and crop quality.
New Year, New Goals New Year, New Goals The agricultural community across the Prairies can reflect on 2024 as a year filled with both challenges and achievements.
Weather Woes & Mixed Yields Weather Woes & Mixed Yields With harvest wrapped up, farmers are reflecting on a growing season shaped by weather challenges.
Could your soil hold more water? Could your soil hold more water? Drought is not uncommon in the Prairies, and precipitation and soil moisture can often be the determining factor in crop success.
Renting Out Your Land Renting Out Your Land Renting out your land to a farming tenant can have many benefits.
Create a Farm Culture of Grain Safety Create a Farm Culture of Grain Safety Kendra Ulmer says that a focus on awareness and a strong safety culture is the best way to avoid the incidents and health threats that accompany grain handling.
Project Could Offer Drought Relief for Farmers Project Could Offer Drought Relief for Farmers The government of Alberta recently announced that it is studying the feasibility of a new reservoir between Calgary and Edmonton in response to the ongoing drought.
Drought Support for Saskatchewan Includes Allowing Low Yield Crops as Livestock Feed Friday, July 11, 2025 The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is implementing urgent support for producers dealing with ongoing dry conditions. The federal and provincial agriculture ministers have announced changes that allow low-yielding crop acres to be salvaged for livestock feed through a doubled... Read this article online
Ag industry remembers Bob Mazer Thursday, July 10, 2025 Members of the Canadian and American ag industries are remembering Bob Mazer, the president and CEO of Mazergroup, an equipment dealership network with 18 locations between Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Mazer passed away on July 6 after a battle with cancer, a Facebook post says. He was... Read this article online
Crop and Pasture Health Rise in Alberta Wednesday, July 9, 2025 According to the AFSC and Alberta Government Crop Reporting Survey, Alberta's crop conditions improved significantly this week. Major crops are now rated 59 percent good to excellent, up 10 percent from the previous week. However, this is still below the five- and ten-year averages of 73 and... Read this article online
Alberta Grant Helps Farmers Hire and Train Class 1 Drivers Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Did you know that if you are looking to expand your farm team with skilled Class 1 drivers Alberta's Class 1 Learning Pathway Grant Program offers employers up to $25,000 per new hire to support training, onboarding, and professional development? This initiative is part of the... Read this article online
Early Career Research Award supports two Guelph research initiatives Friday, July 4, 2025 The was presented to two University of Guelph researchers at the recently held Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC) symposium. Dr. Kelsey Spence received $40,000 towards her work in on-farm biosecurity research, and Dr. Sam Workenhe was awarded $60,000 to further his... Read this article online