Canada, Manitoba invest in economic opportunities and market access for Manitoba's agri-processors
More funding is now available for Manitoba food processors under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).
Non-repayable cost-shared funding is now available for small and large businesses engaged in Manitoba’s value-added food processing sector towards the purchase of processing-related equipment. Eligible amounts available under the Capital Infrastructure and Investments program range from $50,000 up to $2.5 million depending on project size.
Spring Seeding is not that far away
Seeds turn into plants, plants make grain and grain in the bin turns into money. The rate you seed your crop establishes your overall plant population in the field. Plant population in the field establishes the tone for your yield in the subsequent harvest. Combined with your seed’s thousand kernel weight (TKW) and expected seedling survival rate, your seeding rate can be determined through a simple equation.
Wood River MLA apologies for a Jubilee Medal nomination
Minister of Agriculture and Wood River MLA, David Marit has made a public apology after nominating a Saskatchewan resident who is facing criminal charges for a public service award.
Marit nominated Jim Wickett for a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal last year for his work within the agriculture industry.
This week marked National Soil Conservation Week
You may not realize it, but tsoil is a big deal!
Whether you're a farmer or a backyard gardener soil is key for food production from the crops and vegetables grown to the grass and forage needed for livestock.
Research has shown that Canadian soil has been severely degraded in recent decades, a major aspect of soil degradation is the reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the soil.
Railways are starting to see a seasonal decline in grain movement
CN's weekly grain movement report for Week 37 shows 551 thousand metric tonnes of grain and processed grain products were moved.
That number is on par with average levels but under CN's target guidance of 744 thousand metric tonnes mainly due to lower net customer demand.
CN's Assistant Vice President David Przednowek says with spring weight restrictions coming on, we're getting deeper into the crop year with less grain left to move.
A new partnership will focus on supporting protein transition
Representatives from Protein Industries Canada and Wageningen University in The Netherlands met in Vancouver this week.
The two agreed that protein transition is an indispensable step towards a sustainable future, both countries have a considerable agriculture base that could contribute to a more plant-based future.
The initiative, "Economically-Powered Protein Transition through Innovation in Chains" (EPPIC) involves 86 participating partners including Protein Industries Canada, and will begin its work in early 2024.
Federal Agriculture Minister travels to Japan for G7 Agriculture Ministers' Meeting
Federal Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau is promoting world food security and agricultural trade as part of the Indo-Pacific Strategy.
During her visit, Bibeau will meet with Japan's Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries to discuss the Canada-Japan trade relationship, and will emphasize Canada's priority to be a trading partner of choice for Japan in agriculture.
NFU says PSAC strike is about balance and government priorities
The National Farmers Union is standing in solidarity with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) members currently on strike.
The NFU's 2nd Vice President Stewart Wells says it's important to remember that nobody prefers to be in a strike or a lockout position, and this is a last-ditch attempt to come to an agreement.
He points out the negotiations have been going on for some time and there hasn't been any resolution.
CWA elects 2023-2024 leadership team
Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) held its Annual General Meeting yesterday in Regina.
During the meeting the group elected its 2023-2024 leadership team with Kim Hextall of Grenfell, SK, continuing as President of CWA.
Also elected to the executive Michael Latimer of Olds as Vice-President.
Executive Members at Large include Kelsey Ashworth of Oungre, SK, Levi Jackson of Sedley, SK and Blake MacMillan of Nokomis, SK.
CWA’s Executive Committee also includes Past President, Chris Lees of Arcola, SK.
USask students training for the future in agriculture technology
A $1.6 million grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) will create a new training opportunity for U of S graduate students in agriculture technology.
The NSERC CREATE grant in Computational Agriculture will explore the deep-rooted collaboration between plant and computer sciences and enhance the shift towards data-rich processes in the ag sector to drive economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.