Some crops have been struggling with the excess moisture
Farmers have been dealing with a real mix of weather this year, from isolated heavy rains, to strong winds, hail and even a few tornado sightings.
Anne Kirk, the Cereal Crop Specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, says its been fairly wet in many areas of the province.
The weekly crop report shows peak wind speeds at the Manitoba Agriculture Weather Station at Rivers hit 113 km/hr on June 12. Precipitation for the past seven days ranged from 7.8 mm to 54.8 mm (Table 1)
Province reminds the public about important hay salvage deadlines
Today, the Government of Saskatchewan reminded farmers and ranchers about some key dates as the annual highways hay salvage and ditch mowing clips along for the season.
Landowners or lessees adjacent to a highway ditch have the first option to cut or bale free hay prior to and including July 8.
After July 8 anyone may cut or bale material without the permission of the nearby landowner or lessee, as long as the same activity or mowing is not underway.
Grain Growers ask farmers and consumers to help protect the family farm
Prairie farmers are being encouraged to let their thoughts be known on the impact the changes to the Capital Gains will have on their operations when it comes into effect June 25th.
The Grain Growers of Canada have set up a site "protectfamilyfarms.ca" for people to sign a petition and register to email their MP on the damage Ottawa's proposed changes will have on family farms.
The Canadian Cattle Young Leaders Program announce 2024-2025 semi-finalists
The Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program is pleased to announce its semi-finalists for the upcoming 2024-2025 program year.
Established by CCA in 2010, the Canadian CYL Program welcomes young people ages 18-35 from across Canada involved in all areas of the beef supply chain. The Canadian CYL Program aims to build the next generation of industry leaders by providing unique mentorship, training, and professional and personal development opportunities in the Canadian beef industry.
Market remains strong for cattle producers heading into summer months
The Manitoba Livestock Marketing Association (MLMA) is pleased to see the strong cattle market continue into the summer months.
Executive Administrator, Rick Wright, says butcher cows are exceptionally strong. "We're seeing them at the $1.80 to $2 range for cull cows, that's the record that I've seen. I've never seen them that high in all the years that I've been in business."
Former Premier Brad Wall says biggest challenge in Canadian Agriculture is Justin Trudeau
Brad Wall has enjoyed his move from politics to ranching in the Cypress Hills.
He served as the MLA for Swift Current from 1999 to 2018, was acclaimed as leader of the Saskatchewan Party in 2004, and was first elected as premier in 2007.
Canada's Farm Show 2025 moves to March
Canada's Farm Show is moving to March.
Officials say the decision to change the dates from June to March came after extensive
consultations with farmers, exhibitors and sponsors.
The show's presenting sponsor will remain the same Viterra.
Show dates for Canada's Farm Show 2025 will be March 18th to 20th
FCC Accelerated Breeding Program will benefit prairie producers
Farm Credit Canada announced a $5 million investment into the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS).
FCC President and Chief Executive Officer Justine Henricks announced the funding yesterday during Canada's Farm Show.
She says the partnership is about collaboration and investing in impactful innovation.
Soy Canada is celebrating it's 10 year anniversary
Over the last few years, we've seen a growing interest in Soybeans in the Prairies.
Soy Canada Executive Director Brian Innes says it's an industry that has been growing over time.
"A number of years ago it was centered in southern Ontario; now it's grown to be right across the country from the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains. There's been a lot of significant growth in the prairies over the last 10 years. And it's fitting that this week, we're holding our 10th anniversary in Manitoba."
Canada's Farm Show links agriculture technology to the farm
Today marks the start of Canada's Farm Show.
Farm Show Manager Jeanine Nazarchuk says the show has been around for 46 years and is probably one of the most well known farm shows in Canada and really across North America.
The three day event, June 18–20, at REAL District in Regina showcases the latest in farm equipment and technology, with 250 exhibitors on the grounds.
She notes that they pride themselves on bringing in really cutting edge exhibitors and knowledgeable speakers who really feature new innovations and product launches.