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Sam discovered a love of woodworking after he retired from farming. His projects involve problem-solving and precision and take anywhere from an hour to several weeks.

Editor’s Column: Show us your hobbies

By Kari Belanger December 10, 2021

It’s hard to believe 2021 is almost at an end. Thank you for a great year and for your emails, phone calls, photographs and letters. You are the reason I do this job and I love hearing from you. Your passion for farming, the land, your families and for producing healthy food is inspiring. And […] Read more

Glacier FarmMedia has created a new website at www.gfmdigital.com. It currently has two digital multimedia story collections, Seeding the Future and Truth and Reconciliation. These collections were written by GFM’s network of editorial teams.

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Editor’s Column: I’m the proof you can teach an old dog new tricks

By Kari Belanger November 3, 2021

I started working as a writer and editor before the internet was a thing, before digital was a thing. In fact, I can remember flipping through newspaper clippings for background information and standing in line at London Drugs to get my film developed for my stories. Things sure have changed. My generation of writers and […] Read more

After a sustained period of uncertainty, economists predict the world economy is primed for strong growth.

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Editor’s Column: Economic outlook offers lots of positive news, some challenges, loads of optimism

By Kari Belanger October 19, 2021

It’s been about a year and a half since the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions aimed to contain it caused what Aaron Goertzen calls the “deepest and fastest recession in modern economic history.” Goertzen is the senior economist and director of BMO Financial Group. Fortunately, we’re now in the recovery phase. “The labour market has […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: How to optimize your cost of harvest

By Kari Belanger September 23, 2021

Why is grain loss at harvest such a big deal? Even one bushel of excess canola loss per acre could mean a hit of $15,000 per 1,000 acres, says Joel McDonald, who farms near Kyle, Sask. Managing your grain harvest losses is particularly important when commodity prices are high, and given this past challenging growing […] Read more

Glacier FarmMedia has compiled an online resource for farmers who are feeling the brunt of drought this year.

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Editor’s Column: The Dry Times. A GFM drought resource designed for farmers

By Kari Belanger August 25, 2021

Although Genny Silvernagle and her husband, Ron, consider themselves retired now, they still help their son, Brent, on the family farm and are active in their farming community near Biggar, Sask. Genny and Ron started farming together at Silver Acres farm in 1963, the same year they were married. They’ve been through a few drought […] Read more

Rob Stone farms near Davidson, Sask. He threw down a rain gauge challenge on May 14 for a half-inch of rain by May 25, promising to donate $1,000 to charity should that happen. He invited others to join him — the response was beyond his expectations.

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Editor’s Column: Rainy day challenge exceeds all expectations and raises awareness about agriculture

By Kari Belanger July 14, 2021

At Stone Farms this spring, seeding was touch and go. It was a similar story for many Prairie farmers — the rains quit around July last year, crops used up every drop of moisture in the soil profile, no moisture recharge in the fall, not enough winter precipitation and no spring runoff. To top it […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: Stickers add heart and soul to farm safety

By Kari Belanger June 2, 2021

This tweet posted by Alberta farmer Walter Moebis (@Wally_53) on May 8 is about the simple, red, heart-shaped safety stickers, with the straightforward message, “Please Be Careful. We Love You, Your Family.” I believe they were the brainchild of United Grain Growers (please correct me if I’m wrong) and they’ve been stuck on everything from […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: Farmers are worried about dry conditions this spring — here’s what some are doing about it

By Kari Belanger May 12, 2021

If you are worried about the dry conditions heading into this spring, a recent survey says you’re not alone. It also reveals the changes some Prairie producers will make to their plans for 2021 in response to the dry conditions. On April 9-10, a total of 719 active Canadian producers responded to a survey carried […] Read more

Ag in Motion 2021 is underway.  Its Planting Kick-Off sessions are available now on demand.  For a free digital pass, register at aginmotion.ca.

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Editor’s Column: Say hello to our new associate editor, Ag in Motion 2021 details but first a big thank you to our readers

By Kari Belanger April 23, 2021

Ahh, spring is in the air! I love this time of year. It’s the season for fresh starts, renewal and growth — and I’m looking forward to all of these spring qualities. Before looking at what’s ahead, I’d like to take a moment to thank all of you for a fantastic first year as the […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: ROI on ag tech is about more than dollars and cents

By Kari Belanger April 12, 2021

As a farmer, you face many challenges — pests, drought, increased input costs, market volatility, labour shortages, inclement weather, logistical issues and climate change, to name a few. For the most part, these challenges are out of your control and, therefore, hard or impossible to manage. This is where the value of smart ag comes […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: Show us your hobbies

Editor’s Column: I’m the proof you can teach an old dog new tricks

Editor’s Column: Economic outlook offers lots of positive news, some challenges, loads of optimism

Editor’s Column: How to optimize your cost of harvest

Editor’s Column: The Dry Times. A GFM drought resource designed for farmers

Editor’s Column: Stickers add heart and soul to farm safety

Editor’s Column: Farmers are worried about dry conditions this spring — here’s what some are doing about it

Editor’s Column: Say hello to our new associate editor, Ag in Motion 2021 details but first a big thank you to our readers

Editor’s Column: ROI on ag tech is about more than dollars and cents

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