Wheat & Chaff & Production Tips

Alberta fire department builds community safety through outreach

By Erin Kelly March 4, 2019

It’s often said that to encourage change, you need to lead by example. And for the fire department in Alberta’s Clearwater County, it’s a premise that’s not only valued but also practised. “Whenever we get an opportunity to educate and engage with the public as a fire department, we always take it because it is […] Read more

News, Wheat & Chaff

Build a bridge for mental health this upcoming Canadian Agricultural Safety Week

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week runs March 10 – 16

By Canadian Agricultural Safety Association, Gerry Friesen February 21, 2019

How often have you heard the term “get over it?” I know I’ve used it occasionally, and I suspect that, in a few of those instances, I’ve used the term inappropriately. There are certainly times I need to be reminded to get over it. Like when I lose patience with the flow of traffic, or […] Read more

Crops, Wheat & Chaff

Can a cover crop help establish forages?

Q & A with Nutrien Ag Solutions

By Stacie Yaremko February 20, 2019

Q: Are there benefits to a cover crop for forage establishment? A. There are many benefits to planting a cover crop (sometimes referred to as a companion or nurse crop) for forage establishment. Cover crops commonly planted alongside perennial forages include oats, barley and wheat. Before a forage stand becomes well established, bare soil can […] Read more

Editor's column, Wheat & Chaff

Editor’s Column: More than one way to skin a cat

By Leeann Minogue February 19, 2019

Winter is the time for commodity associations to hold business meetings across the Prairies. Saskatchewan’s AGMs were held in Saskatoon, back in January. Alberta’s took place at the end of January, in Edmonton, and Manitoba’s meetings happened in mid-February, in Winnipeg. I’ve been attending as many of these meetings as I can, and I can’t […] Read more

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Agritechnica 2019 tour is a go

By Leeann Minogue February 14, 2019

Agritechnica, held every second year in Hanover, Germany, is the world’s largest farm show. In 2017, Grainews arranged a bus tour to take a group of readers to see Agritechnica and a list of other German agricultural and tourist sites. We had so much fun, we’re doing it again. This year’s trip runs from November […] Read more

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Editor’s Column: Keeping current, staying relevant

By Leeann Minogue February 12, 2019

We ran one of Andrew Allentuck’s Farm Financial Planner columns in the January 8 issue of Grainews. The story included a note about Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs). I’m sure you know that the Canadian government allows every Canadian to deposit cash or stocks into a TFSA every year, then allows that account to grow, […] Read more

Crops, Wheat & Chaff

Can copper reduce ergot levels in wheat?

Q & A with Nutrien Ag Solutions

By Jade Delaurier February 11, 2019

Q: Can the application of copper reduce ergot levels in wheat? A: Ergot is a worldwide disease that affects cereal crops such as wheat, barley, triticale, rye, and oats. Ergot is promoted in years with cool, damp weather conditions in late spring and early summer. When a crop is under stress, the flowering period is […] Read more

FarmLife, Wheat & Chaff

Tips when undergoing a farm transition

By Gerry Friesen February 1, 2019

There are certain dreams and wishes we all have. Health, happiness, wealth. This is no different on the farm. The ideal farm is profitable, productive, and safe. When the time comes to pass down the farm we have worked for our entire lives, there can be feelings of trepidation and angst. Dad is afraid of […] Read more

Crops, Wheat & Chaff

Establishing a corn crop for grazing or silage

Q & A with Nutrien Ag Solutions

By Gary Topham January 30, 2019

Q: What are some factors to consider when establishing a corn crop for grazing or silage? A: Corn is a great option for grazing or silage, but there are several factors to consider when you’re establishing your corn crop. Crop rotation, fertility, plant depth and population, planting date and soil temperature and weed control are […] Read more

Editor's column, Wheat & Chaff

Editor’s Column: Searching for the truth

By Leeann Minogue January 25, 2019

When I read an article in a newspaper or a magazine, the first thing I do is take a look at the byline. I wonder if I’ve read the writer’s work before. If there’s a bio, I look to see if they’ve come to the issue with an obvious agenda that’s going to put a […] Read more

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Wheat & Chaff

Alberta fire department builds community safety through outreach

Build a bridge for mental health this upcoming Canadian Agricultural Safety Week

Can a cover crop help establish forages?

Editor’s Column: More than one way to skin a cat

Agritechnica 2019 tour is a go

Editor’s Column: Keeping current, staying relevant

Can copper reduce ergot levels in wheat?

Tips when undergoing a farm transition

Establishing a corn crop for grazing or silage

Editor’s Column: Searching for the truth

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