Better Farming Prairies Magazine Archive July/August 2021 Better Farming Prairies July/August 2021 edition features the following articles: Crop Residue - Many Benefits, Drought Strategies - Growing Challenges, Scouting Pests - Expert Advice, and Sustainable Beef. September 2021 May/June 2021
Winter Rules For Spreading Manure in Alberta Monday, October 20, 2025 As winter approaches, Alberta farmers are reminded to review the rules for spreading manure on frozen or snow-covered ground. Under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA), farms with nine months or more of manure storage are not permitted to spread manure during the winter unless... Read this article online
AITC SK launches third Acres for Education campaign Monday, October 20, 2025 Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan (AITC-SK) is encouraging farmers, ranchers, and agri-businesses across the province to participate in the third annual Acres for Education fundraising campaign. This initiative helps bring agriculture to life for thousands of students by connecting... Read this article online
Alberta Harvest Surges Ahead with Warm Dry Weather Monday, October 20, 2025 According to the AFSC and Alberta Government Crop Reporting Survey, Alberta’s 2025 harvest has made strong progress under warm and dry conditions. As of September 23, 77 percent of major crops were harvested — an 18 percent increase over the previous week. The pace is well ahead of the... Read this article online
Lyleton grain elevator coming down Monday, October 20, 2025 Another wooden grain elevator in Western Canada is coming down. The Manitoba Pool elevator in Lyleton, in the Rural Municipality of Two Borders, should be demolished by the end of 2025, said Sandra Clark, reeve for the RM. “We’ve tendered the job and gave it to a construction company,”... Read this article online
Precision Harvesting with HeadSight and TrueSight Friday, October 17, 2025 Modern harvesting relies heavily on precision and smart technology, and new systems for head height control and steering are making sure you are not leaving bushels in the field. These innovations ensure efficient crop collection, protect equipment, and reduce operator fatigue during... Read this article online