Managing Weeds in Pastures Managing Weeds in Pastures Maintaining productive pastures is key to many livestock producers’ operations.
Reconnecting Canadians with Their Most-Consumed Grain Reconnecting Canadians with Their Most-Consumed Grain Every week, millions of Canadians enjoy their morning toast, lunch wraps and pasta dinners.
Dealer Advice: Navigating Right-to-Repair Dealer Advice: Navigating Right-to-Repair Our new federal right-to-repair laws – Bills C-244 and C-294 – received Royal Assent in November 2024.
Serving & Growing Serving & Growing Farmer-driven organizations have a strong presence in Western Canadian agriculture.
Old Tractors, New Life the Rise of Restoration Old Tractors, New Life the Rise of Restoration In recent years, vintage tractor restoration has become more than just a hobby.
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.
Alberta Crop Harvest Moves Ahead of Averages Monday, September 15, 2025 According to the AFSC and Alberta Government Crop Reporting Survey, Alberta’s 2025 harvest is moving ahead of schedule as hot and dry conditions continue across the province. By September 2, major crop harvest was 22 percent complete, a 14 percent jump from last week. This pace is ahead of... Read this article online
Festival of Guest Nations returns to Leamington Friday, September 12, 2025 On Sunday, September 14, 2025, Seacliff Park in Leamington, Ontario, will come alive with music, food, and celebration as the Festival of Guest Nations returns to honour the migrant worker communities who play a vital role in Essex County’s agricultural economy. With more than 20 years... Read this article online
Canadian Invasive Wild Pig Report 2023 Thursday, September 11, 2025 The 2023 Canadian Invasive Wild Pig Report was recently released by Animal Health Canada, providing a clear picture of how provinces and territories are tackling the spread of invasive wild pigs. This first-of-its-kind national collaboration shares location data, control activities, and... Read this article online
Princess Auto Plans New Guelph Store Thursday, September 11, 2025 Princess Auto is expanding its Ontario presence with a brand-new store planned for Guelph. Scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026, this 30,000-square-foot location will bring a full selection of tools, equipment, and farm supplies closer to customers in southwestern Ontario. Built... Read this article online
Sask. hosting rural innovation conference this month Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Estevan, Sask. will play host to ICED Rural 2025, Canada’s only rural innovation conference, Sept. 23 and 24. “This year’s theme zeroes in on two of the most critical challenges and opportunities facing rural innovation: Energy and Education,” the event website says. As part of the... Read this article online