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The best time to deal with a weed such as kochia is when it's small.

In-crop mechanical weed control

Controlling weeds mechanically can help overcome Group 2 resistant weeds in pulses

By Lisa Guenther March 13, 2018

Group 2 resistant weeds are an annual problem for lentil producers. But there are a few outside-the-box methods that may give farmers better control than herbicide alone. University of Saskatchewan grad student Alex Alba led a study looking at three in-crop mechanical weed control methods, including: Tine harrows; Rotary hoe; and, Inter-row tillage. Alba used […] Read more

Crops, Pulses

6 strategies to manage weeds in pulse crops

From tillage to pre-seed and pre-emergent herbicide applications in pulses

By Doug Fehr March 8, 2018

Pulse crop growers face unique challenges in terms of managing weed populations in their crop. Not only are pulse crops less competitive, there are limited choices for pre-seed and in-crop herbicide applications, compared to canola and corn. Plan ahead to manage weed populations and resistance using the tools available. There are many choices for grassy […] Read more

Greg, Cheryl, and Andrew Herle show reporters some vintage farm equipment, which still comes in handy for seeding small plots.

Crops, Features

Seed growers keep their eyes on the future

For the Herle family near Wilkie, Sask., choosing which seed to grow is the key to success

By Lisa Guenther March 1, 2018

The Herle family has farmed for five generations and produced over 110 crops. Since their ancestors first tilled the Prairie soil, they’ve had a front-row seat to agriculture’s evolution. “Change is constant it seems in this industry,” said Greg Herle, commercial farmer and seed grower, speaking to ag reporters and communications people last spring at […] Read more

Crops, Markets, Pulses

Pulse weekly outlook: Chickpeas a bright spot

By GFM Network News February 28, 2018

CNS Canada — Western Canadian farmers may be set to plant fewer lentil and pea acres this spring, but chickpeas are looking to be one pulse crop that stands out. “Acres are definitely going to increase significantly,” said Colin Young of Midwest Grain at Moose Jaw. He expected to see a doubling in area from […] Read more

Red lentils. (Photo courtesy U.S. Dry Pea and Lentil Council)

Crops, Pulses, Reuters

India to double state purchases of oilseeds, pulses

By Reuters, GFM Network News February 28, 2018

New Delhi | Reuters — India’s cabinet approved on Wednesday doubling state purchases of oilseeds and pulses from farmers, in a bid to boost local output and prevent distressed sales. The amount that state agencies guarantee to buy at pre-set prices will double to 190 billion rupees (C$3.7 billion) for a five-year period ending in […] Read more

Once root rot has been confirmed, a six to eight year crop rotation can help manage the pathogen's progression.

Crops, Features, Pulses

Managing aphanomyces and root rot

2017 survey results showed a high prevalence of root rot in Prairie pulse crops 

By Melanie Epp February 26, 2018

Root rot is a soil-borne disease that affects the roots of developing peas and lentils. Root rot can infect crops at any stage, and once it sets in there is no way of stopping the infection. Saskatchewan Pulse crop advisor Sherrilyn Phelps advises growers on best prevention practices. Disease prevention Proper rotation is important. Peas […] Read more

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (MEA.gov.in)

Crops, Markets, Pulses

India, Canada to work up pulse export protocols

By Grainews Staff, GFM Network News February 23, 2018

The prime ministers of Canada and India have agreed to sort out new and predictable rules governing exports of Canadian pulse crops. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, on a state visit this week to India, released a joint statement with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday calling for the two countries to reach a new […] Read more

Crops, Markets, Pulses

Pulse weekly outlook: Prairie market ‘nonexistent’ due to trade dispute

By GFM Network News February 20, 2018

CNS Canada — As the western Canadian pulse crop industry awaits news from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s visit to India, two traders aren’t holding their breath. “I’m not expecting any big announcements or any big headway other than wording like ‘working towards understandings’ and things like that,” said Adam Krieser of Canpulse Foods in Saskatoon. […] Read more

Crops, Markets, Pulses

Pulse weekly outlook: Industry adapting to new market reality

By GFM Network News February 14, 2018

CNS Canada — Pulse growers are facing new questions on the Prairies these days as a trade impasse with India forces many farmers to prepare for new market realities. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau next week will visit India, where the thorny subject of its levies on Canadian pulse exports will be raised. India imposed the […] Read more

Crops, Markets, Pulses

India raises chickpea import duty to 40 per cent

By MarketsFarm Team, GFM Network News February 7, 2018

The Indian government has raised its import tariff for chickpeas from 30 per cent to 40 per cent. The government said Tuesday in the Gazette of India the increased tariff is to be imposed immediately, with existing circumstances making it necessary. Chickpea prices have continued to fall over the last six months, according to reports […] Read more

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures end lower in profit-taking, technical correction

Strong borders bill could increase temporary foreign worker vulnerability says National Farmers Union

U.S. grains: Corn slips from six-week high, soybeans down on China demand worries

GFM Network News

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures end lower in profit-taking, technical correction

Strong borders bill could increase temporary foreign worker vulnerability says National Farmers Union

U.S. grains: Corn slips from six-week high, soybeans down on China demand worries

In-crop mechanical weed control

6 strategies to manage weeds in pulse crops

Seed growers keep their eyes on the future

Pulse weekly outlook: Chickpeas a bright spot

India to double state purchases of oilseeds, pulses

Managing aphanomyces and root rot

India, Canada to work up pulse export protocols

Pulse weekly outlook: Prairie market ‘nonexistent’ due to trade dispute

Pulse weekly outlook: Industry adapting to new market reality

India raises chickpea import duty to 40 per cent

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