Researchers and Prairie farmers are working to improve on-farm strip trials so results from field-scale experiments are clearer, more reliable and easier to use for management decisions.
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Prairie on-farm research programs refine strip-trial methods for clearer results
From Ag Days: Conducting trials in your own fields only works if it fits into your normal operations
New Holland concept tractor a nod to its Fiat brand heritage
The one-off “Il Trattore,” shown at Agritechnica, takes cues from the first production Fiat tractor ever to be built in Italy
New Holland’s exhibit at Agritechnica included this “concept” farm tractor with Fiat stylings that pay homage to the company’s Italian heritage.
2026 High-Horsepower Tractor Guide – What’s new for 300-plus-horsepower tractors
Technology, traction, horsepower: we look at how manufacturers have packaged those features into their high-horsepower farm machines for the Canadian market
We look at how manufacturers have packaged technology, traction and horsepower into the high-horsepower farm tractors they offer in the Canadian marketplace.
Deere expands spot spray system for small grains crops
Second-generation See and Spray rolls out small grains functionality, additional sprayer upgrades for 2027
John Deere says it has expanded the See and Spray system’s functionality to other crops. For the 2027 model year machines, it will be compatible with wheat, barley and canola.
FPT showcases hybrid engines, modular battery concept at Agritechnica
The company is exploring what comes after diesel
Diesel engines have been the workhorse in agriculture for decades. FPT Industrial is one engine manufacturer that’s looking ahead to a post-diesel future.
Get ready for an eventual transition on cattle traceability
The Canadian Cattle Identification Agency urges cattle producers to prepare for when regulations do come into effect
When new federal cattle traceability rules do ultimately take effect, reporting requirements will vary for producers, transporters, feedlots and markets — but most of the onus will be on producers.
Manitoba crop insurance expands wildlife coverage, offers pilot programs
High participation rate underscores importance of insurance in risk management, AgMin says
New crop insurance coverage is available to Manitoba farmers.
Canadian alpacas impress American judge at Agribition
The fleece and conformation of Canadian alpacas impressed an American judge at the Canadian Western Agribition Alpaca Halter Show and Fleece competitions.
Ag in Motion wins business tourism award
Ag in Motion wins business tourism award at the 2025 Canadian Tourism Awards. Photo: Paul Yanko
New Holland’s methane tractor ready for close-up
The manufacturer begins production on alternative fuel model, which it plans to introduce at this year’s Agritechnica
In parts of Europe where many farms have bio-methane digesters up and running, New Holland’s new T7 tractor can get its fuel supply entirely from on-farm resources.