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Variable rate fertilizer applications

Historically, farmers have determined their fertilizer needs by analyzing previous yields, soil analysis from samples taken across the field and current soil moisture reserves.
New provincial water drainage regulations to be implemented first in Spirit Creek pilot project

New provincial water drainage regulations to be implemented first in Spirit Creek pilot project

– the drainage system entering north side of Good Spirit Lake

CWB and G3 finalize commercialization deal

On July 31, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz announced that the CWB had finalized the commercialization deal with G3 Global Grain Group and has become a fully private and global competitor in the Canadian grain sector.

Ag Transport Coalition railway performance measurement report

The Ag Transport Coalition released a review of railway service performance on August 20 for the 2014/15 grain year.

Scientists share midge attacking parasitoids with neighbours

Wheat midge, a non-native pest that feeds on developing wheat kernels, is a serious economic threat to farmers, especially in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Lure of the lingonberry: win-win for northern agriculture and heart health

Chances are you have never heard of lingonberries, but they are to Scandinavians what cranberries are to North Americans – a favourite accompaniment to many popular food dishes.

A natural turbo boost for newly cleared land

A technique to turn newly cleared land into lush forage and grain fields more quickly could help make Newfoundland and Labrador self-sufficient in livestock feed and save millions a year.

Ways to improve preserving bovine eggs

Preserving genetic material is an important way to ensure the long-term viability of Canada’s agriculture sector, because it ensures scientists will have diverse genetic material for future breeding, according to a release from Agriculture and AgriFo

Farmers Edge appoints new chief technology officer

Farmers Edge has appointed Kevin Grant, PhD, as chief technology officer (CTO) to drive the Company’s existing precision agriculture technology platform and accelerate the potential of its big data capabilities.

Crop Logistics Working Group identifies efficiencies in grain handling system

Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz announced in July that the Crop Logistics Working Group (CLWG) has completed its final report, identifying ways to improve the grain handling and transportation system across Canada.
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