The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-07-29
Some areas could see an early harvest
The Ministry of Agriculture's weekly crop report shows farmers have started preparing for harvest as the hot, dry conditions in many areas push crop development. Read more
2022-07-29
SaskCanola offering FREE blackleg and clubroot disease testing
Disease issues are always a concern for farmers. Read more
2022-07-29
BC Fairs launches Buy BC agriculture trivia contest
BC Fairs are taking British Columbians on a journey this summer with an online Buy BC-themed trivia challenge that explores local products made in the province. Read more
2022-07-29
New chief veterinarian of B.C. appointed
Theresa Burns has been appointed British Columbia’s new chief veterinarian. Read more
2022-07-29
New funding supports farmers, takes action on climate resiliency
To help combat the effects of climate change on B.C.’s long-term food security, new funding is helping farmers and ranchers protect their operations by adopting regenerative agriculture practices,... Read more
2022-07-29
Action taken to grow agri-food workforce
The governments of Canada and Ontario invest $4-million to address agri-food labour challenges to strengthen food security and supply chains. Read more
2022-07-28
Dutch farmers worried by 'unrealistic' emissions reduction target
Anger is building at the government plans to slash nitrogen and ammonia emissions by 2030, with fears farmers will be unable to cope. Read more
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2022-07-28
Managing Spider Mites In Corn And Soybean
Impact of Beneficial Insects, Disease and Insecticide Applications Read more
2022-07-28
Management Of Soybean Aphids And Two Spotted Spider Mites In Soybean: Scouting, Thresholds, And Insecticide / Miticide Considerations
Scouting of soybean for soybean aphids and twospotted spider mites should be underway. Some fields are approaching treatable (threshold) levels for soybean aphid. If drought conditions persist, spider... Read more
2022-07-28
Seeding Perennial Forages In Late Summer
August is the second good window of opportunity of the year for establishing perennial forage stands (spring being the first good planting time). August is also the ideal time for filling in gaps in... Read more
2022-07-28
An Estimate of Corn Production From the 18 Leading Corn States
Starting around Memorial Day, the USDA collects weekly crop conditions. These estimates continue until harvest. The crop is rated as either: very poor, poor, fair, good, or excellent. These estimates... Read more
2022-07-28
Soybean Group Moves Ahead With Proposed $500 Million Project South Of Mitchell
A rendering of the proposed soybean plant south of Mitchell. Read more