Baking soda weed control
Scientists targeting troublesome weeds with unique methods
What if a simple kitchen staple like baking soda could help Canadian farmers tackle stubborn weeds? Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research scientist, Dr. Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill recently completed research that explored an alternative method for controlling weeds. He investigated a technique called abras...
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more than just dirt
Soil as a living organism
When many people think of soil, they think of dirt. Agri-Environmental Specialist Jacqueline Drieschner with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said soil is much more than the ground beneath our feet. It is a living system that supports plant growth and plays an important role in crop productivity. "Soil...
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Baking soda weed control
Scientists targeting troublesome weeds with unique methods
What if a simple kitchen staple like baking soda could help Canadian farmers tackle stubborn weeds? Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research scientist, Dr. Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill recently completed research that explored an alternative method for controlling weeds. He investigated a technique called abras...
1h ago
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more than just dirt
Soil as a living organism
When many people think of soil, they think of dirt. Agri-Environmental Specialist Jacqueline Drieschner with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said soil is much more than the ground beneath our feet. It is a living system that supports plant growth and plays an important role in crop productivity. "Soil...
7h ago
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New AI projects
Made in Canada artificial intelligence tools for farmers
Western Canadian partnerships could accelerate the adoption of made-in-Canada artificial intelligence (AI) tools.Protein Industries Canada is investing in two new AI projects to help Canadian farmers and the value-added agriculture sector improve on-farm productivity with new tools. Together, the projects represent a t...
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scientific activity
Federal government defends closure of seven research facilities
OTTAWA - The federal government will not reverse a decision to close several agricultural research facilities across the country, a move the opposition Conservatives are calling a threat to Canada's food security.In May, the House of Commons committee on agriculture and agri-food recommended in a report that the govern...
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trade debate continues
U.S. hurts itself by not trading fairly with Canada
An agri-food trade researcher said the United States is sabotaging agricultural trade with traditional allies, including Canada, while eroding its competitiveness with China and Russia. An independent Agri-Food Policy Note from Agri-Food Economic Systems examined how a U.S. withdrawal from its traditional alignment wit...
Sep 24, 2026
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Investing in ag students
Lakeland College revitalization project gets financial boost
A long-time contributor to Lakeland College is investing in the Student-Managed Farm (SMF) Lab Revitalization project. Judy Sweet's $500,000 donation will support upgrades to the calving barn on the Vermilion campus farm and enhancements to agricultural teaching and applied research. Lakeland College President and CEO...
Sep 24, 2026
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Crops
Baking soda weed control
Scientists targeting troublesome weeds with unique methods
What if a simple kitchen staple like baking soda could help Canadian farmers tackle stubborn weeds? Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research scientist, Dr. Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill recently completed research that explored an alternative method for controlling weeds. He investigated a technique called abras...
1h ago
Read More
more than just dirt
Soil as a living organism
When many people think of soil, they think of dirt. Agri-Environmental Specialist Jacqueline Drieschner with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said soil is much more than the ground beneath our feet. It is a living system that supports plant growth and plays an important role in crop productivity. "Soil...
7h ago
Read More
New AI projects
Made in Canada artificial intelligence tools for farmers
Western Canadian partnerships could accelerate the adoption of made-in-Canada artificial intelligence (AI) tools.Protein Industries Canada is investing in two new AI projects to help Canadian farmers and the value-added agriculture sector improve on-farm productivity with new tools. Together, the projects represent a t...
8h ago
Read More
trade debate continues
U.S. hurts itself by not trading fairly with Canada
An agri-food trade researcher said the United States is sabotaging agricultural trade with traditional allies, including Canada, while eroding its competitiveness with China and Russia. An independent Agri-Food Policy Note from Agri-Food Economic Systems examined how a U.S. withdrawal from its traditional alignment wit...
Sep 24, 2026
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Livestock
New AI projects
Made in Canada artificial intelligence tools for farmers
Western Canadian partnerships could accelerate the adoption of made-in-Canada artificial intelligence (AI) tools.Protein Industries Canada is investing in two new AI projects to help Canadian farmers and the value-added agriculture sector improve on-farm productivity with new tools. Together, the projects represent a t...
8h ago
Read More
trade debate continues
U.S. hurts itself by not trading fairly with Canada
An agri-food trade researcher said the United States is sabotaging agricultural trade with traditional allies, including Canada, while eroding its competitiveness with China and Russia. An independent Agri-Food Policy Note from Agri-Food Economic Systems examined how a U.S. withdrawal from its traditional alignment wit...
Sep 24, 2026
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Investing in ag students
Lakeland College revitalization project gets financial boost
A long-time contributor to Lakeland College is investing in the Student-Managed Farm (SMF) Lab Revitalization project. Judy Sweet's $500,000 donation will support upgrades to the calving barn on the Vermilion campus farm and enhancements to agricultural teaching and applied research. Lakeland College President and CEO...
Sep 24, 2026
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2026 Manitoba Crop Report
Wet weather continues to challenge Manitoba producers
Some Manitoba farmers continued to face harvest challenges after another week of significant rainfall slowed field work and raised concerns about crop quality. In this week's crop report, Manitoba Agriculture reported that the Southwest Region received the highest precipitation totals in the province between Sept. 14 a...
Sep 23, 2026
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Food manufacturing incentive
New Agri-food Project Finance initiative introduced by Farm Credit Canada
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) has launched a 60-day expression of interest process for its new $1-billion initiative, inviting organizations to bring forward major agri-food processing and manufacturing projects across Canada. Part of the federal government's National Food Security Strategy, the specialized financing is des...
Sep 21, 2026
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Farm fatality
Man dies in an agricultural accident in southwestern Manitoba
Manitoba RCMP said a 66-year-old man has died in a farming accident. Blue Hills RCMP said the man appears to have been struck by farming equipment in the rural municipality of Glenboro South Cypress, about 170 kilometres west of Winnipeg.Police said the man was from the nearby community of Ninette, Man. RCMP and Manito...
Sep 21, 2026
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Roundup
Ag roundup for Friday, September 18
The provincial crop report shows that harvest progress ground to a halt last week. Just 32 percent of the crop is in the bin province-wide, well short of the five-year and 10-year averages of 71 and 63 per cent. Some areas are even further behind due to the rainfall, says provincial crops extension specialist Augustine...
Sep 18, 2026
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Cross border trade
Federal Agriculture Minister discusses trade during U.S. visit
The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-food visited the Iowa State Fair on the weekend and met with government officials and agriculture leaders. Heath MacDonald joined Mark Wiseman, Canada's Ambassador to the United States, to highlight the importance of the Canada-U.S. trading relationship and reinforced Canada as a re...
Aug 18, 2026
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Beef
Why is Australian beef cheaper than Canadian beef?
With Australian beef cheaper for shoppers to add to their grocery carts than beef produced inside Canada's borders, a Saskatchewan beef expert is weighing in on considerations for consumers.Jeffrey Yorga, past president of the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association, said the beef market is global, but that doesn't make...
Aug 10, 2026
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Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair enough. The Okanagan earned that reputation. But spend a summer day here with one of the region's local guides and you'll come home with a different story.You might spend a morning rappelling down a canyon wall...
Jun 15, 2026
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Buy Now, Pay Later!
Spring 2026 Early Buy Program
Purchase your spring farm fuel now, and don't pay until June 2026. This program offers flexible fuel delivery timing, deferred billing options aligned with regional seeding schedules, and the added benefit of earning equity and cash back through Lake Country Co-op. Avoid the seasonal price increases by securing your ra...
Mar 09, 2026
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Excite Lethbridge
Cultivating Community: How Excite Lethbridge Is Growing Agriculture in Southern Alberta
In a region where fertile fields and steadfast producers define both landscape and livelihood, agriculture isn't just an industry, it's culture, history, and community. At the heart of this vibrant ecosystem, Excite Lethbridge has emerged as a pivotal force, championing gatherings and experiences that celebrate, educat...
Feb 13, 2026
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