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Overgrazing means less carbon and more methane

Research is demonstrating the importance of legumes in a forage system

By Trudy Kelly Forsythe April 1, 2024

[UPDATED: April 2] Thirty years ago Dr. Bart Lardner’s research focused on production efficiency. More recently, the researcher and professor at the University of Saskatchewan says his research program has moved toward ways the beef industry benefits the environment. His presentation last November at the Canadian Forage and Grassland Association’s 14th annual conference in Harrison […] Read more

Forage, Forages, Grazing, Hay, Pasture

Finding a forage to fit your farm

What do you need to think about when you’re considering a cover crop or a perennial legume

By Editor, Lisa Guenther April 1, 2024

Last summer, Canadian Cattlemen caught up with Graeme Finn, rancher and founder of Union Forage, at Ag in Motion. Here’s what he had to say about everything from cover crop blends to the “slow ponies” of the forage world — perennials. Know your soil “Before you even start down this journey with cover crops, know […] Read more

Crops, Markets

Organics: Planting decisions still to be made

By Adam Peleshaty, GFM Network News April 1, 2024

In the midst of dryness in Western Canada and an organics market stuck in a standstill, organic growers are making decisions on what to plant in the coming weeks. Chances are, they may be dictated by their own rotations.

Crops, General

Hemp sector disappointed new report ignores deregulation

By Robert Arnason, GFM Network News March 25, 2024

Leaders in Canada’s hemp industry were hoping an expert committee would recommend significant changes to hemp regulations so it could be treated the same as wheat, canola and other crops. That didn’t happen. Instead, the committee of experts reviewing the Cannabis Act barely mentioned hemp in its 91 page report published March 21.

Crops, Markets

Tightening canola ending stocks for 2024/25: AAFC

By Phil Franz-Warkentin, GFM Network News March 20, 2024

Canadian canola ending stocks will likely be tighter by the close of the upcoming 2024/25 marketing year, while the wheat carryout should rise, according to updated supply/demand estimates from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), released March 19.

Crops, General

Pesticides under fire in U.S.

Recent court decisions have threatened farmers' abilities to use some herbicides

By Sean Pratt, GFM Network News March 15, 2024

Pesticides are increasingly under attack in the United States and that is keeping farm leaders awake at night.

Crops, Markets

Canadian canola acres to dip in 2024, wheat steady: StatCan

Lower prices, moisture concerns cited; moisture has since improved somewhat

By Phil Franz-Warkentin, GFM Network News March 11, 2024

Canadian farmers intend to seed less canola in 2024 compared to the previous year, while overall wheat area should hold relatively steady, according to the latest Statistics Canada survey results released March 11.

Crops, General

Feds, producer groups launch wheat research cluster

Government, groups pool more than $20 million in research dollars

By Geralyn Wichers, GFM Network News March 6, 2024

The federal government and private and producer groups announced $20 million toward wheat research today.

File photo of black beans. (Nhattienphoto/iStock/Getty Images)

Crops, Markets

Pulse weekly outlook: More acres for dry beans in Manitoba

Soybean acres also expected to increase

By Adam Peleshaty - MarketsFarm, GFM Network News March 5, 2024

The Manitoba government’s pulse specialist said it’s likely there will be more dry bean acres seeded in the province this spring.

Crops, General

Oat producers call chlormequat report fear mongering

Environmental Working Group blames Canadian producers for residues of plant growth regulator found in oat products

By Robert Arnason, GFM Network News February 26, 2024

The Prairie Oat Growers Association is pushing back against allegations that Canadian oats are contaminated with chemicals from a plant growth regulator.

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb higher to end week

Draft ‘MAHA’ commission report avoids pesticide crackdown feared by farm groups

U.S. grains: Corn, soybeans rise on short-covering ahead of weekend, crop tour

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U.S. livestock: Cattle futures climb higher to end week

Draft ‘MAHA’ commission report avoids pesticide crackdown feared by farm groups

U.S. grains: Corn, soybeans rise on short-covering ahead of weekend, crop tour

Crops

Overgrazing means less carbon and more methane

Finding a forage to fit your farm

Organics: Planting decisions still to be made

Hemp sector disappointed new report ignores deregulation

Tightening canola ending stocks for 2024/25: AAFC

Pesticides under fire in U.S.

Canadian canola acres to dip in 2024, wheat steady: StatCan

Feds, producer groups launch wheat research cluster

Pulse weekly outlook: More acres for dry beans in Manitoba

Oat producers call chlormequat report fear mongering

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