Better Farming Prairies Magazine Archive February 2025 Better Farming Prairies Febuary 2025 edition features Zac & Amy Smith on the cover and the following articles: Planter Upgrades - Seeing Results, 'Doing What We Want to Do' - Up Close with the Smiths, Improving Water Quality - Healthy Livestock, and Canola Outlook for 2025. March 2025 January 2025
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
Expert Gopher Help for Farmers Friday, July 4, 2025 With gopher populations increasing across Saskatchewan, many landowners are struggling with crop loss and land damage. These rodents not only reduce crop yields but also create dangerous conditions for livestock. In response, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF), supported by the... Read this article online
Stay Back, Stay Safe — Summer Rail Safety Tips for Farmers Friday, July 4, 2025 Rail safety tips every farmer should follow to keep their families, workers, and equipment safe this summer. With kids out of school and more activity around farms during the summer, it’s essential for farmers to stay alert around railway crossings, especially on rural properties where... Read this article online
Grape Growers 40th Annual Celebrity Luncheon has Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser Friday, July 4, 2025 The Grape Growers of Ontario’s marks the opening of the by showcasing Canadian personalities and celebrating the annual grape harvest. This year, in partnership with Meridian Credit Union, Ontario’s largest credit union and the third largest in Canada, the Grape Growers of Ontario... Read this article online
Alta. farmer Tara Sawyer wins seat in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Alberta’s ag community will have another advocate in the provincial legislature as Tara Sawyer won the byelection in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills on June 24. The wheat and barley farmer from Acme, Alta., and inaugural chair of Alberta Grains received 9,363 votes on election night, Alberta... Read this article online