Farm Life & Production Tips

All about earthworms

By Ted Meseyton May 9, 2012

Grainews readers often guide me in the direction of subject material to write about. For starters, let me inch my way in the direction of earthworms, night crawlers or dew worms as they’re sometimes called. Earthworms can be eight inches long when fully grown and often display a purplish-coloured ring. They are natural aerators and […] Read more

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Feeling bored? Comfortably numb? Why not try something you can’t do here in the Prairies

By Janita Van De Velde May 9, 2012

The frightfully small metal cage I was about to step into was dangling precariously off a rickety boat, floating on the waters of the Indian Ocean. The swaying of the boat made it difficult to get a good look at the cables from which the cage was suspended. I could only hope they were made […] Read more

Ruth Claxton on the steps of the historic home.

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Unique experience, one-of-a-kind home

Historic rural home was made from plans from Eaton’s catalogue

By Christalee Froese May 8, 2012

Every stick of furniture in this house has a story. And so does every piece of china, every wall hanging, every room and every person who will exit the over-90-year-old door at Boxton Prairie Experience. Take for example, the harness room. This superbly decorated space, with heated floor and luxury Jacuzzi shower, is dedicated to […] Read more

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You are not alone

By Elaine Froese May 8, 2012

As we flipped the chart of papers from the young farmers’ seminar in St. John’s a phrase caught my eye. A young producer had shared that one of the key insights of the day was “I am not alone.” Farm families are quite surprised to hear me affirm them with the words “you are not […] Read more

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Protect yourself from ad scams

By Rcmp Release May 8, 2012

Online classified ad websites have made it easier to buy and sell all sorts of products from exercise equipment, jewelry and boats to houses. These sites have also attracted con artists who have nothing to sell or have no intention of buying your item. For example — you place an ad on a local buy […] Read more

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Tips for raising layers

By Debbie Chikousky May 8, 2012

When we moved our family from the city to the farm our first goal was to be as self-sufficient with our food as possible. We decided to start our farming adventure with laying hens. Farm fresh eggs have always been our passion. Even when we lived in the city it was worth the Saturday morning […] Read more

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Moon dates, mulching and manure

By Ted Meseyton May 8, 2012

We thank you Lord for Grainews readers, For unseen friends and all good deeders, Joy of the garden to the canola field, Gardeners and farmers… grant an abundant yield. DECADES AGO … I listened to “The Good Deed Club” for children each Saturday on CBC radio sponsored by the T. Eaton Co. The program always […] Read more

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The Garlic Garden

By Edna Manning April 3, 2012

If anyone had told Anna and Darrel Schaab 10 years ago that they would become garlic farmers, they would likely have had a good chuckle. Although Darrel grew up on a farm, both he and Anna were working at jobs in Yorkton when they launched their new venture. In the spring of 2005 the couple […] Read more

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Understanding growing zones

By National Garden Bureau April 3, 2012

Gardeners can be conservative or adventurous, traditional or daring. The conservative or traditional gardener chooses plants they know will grow well in their garden. They depend on these plants for a successful garden year after year. The adventurous or daring gardener wants to push the limits and grow plants that are not commonly found in […] Read more

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Your deepest needs

By Elaine Froese April 3, 2012

I once asked my Sunday school class, a faithful group of farmers and rural folks, “How do you find out what someone really needs?” They shared their thoughts on listening deeply, spending time with people to build relationships, and relying on God to give wisdom. We’ve learned how we are all shaped differently by our […] Read more

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All about earthworms

Feeling bored? Comfortably numb? Why not try something you can’t do here in the Prairies

Unique experience, one-of-a-kind home

You are not alone

Protect yourself from ad scams

Tips for raising layers

Moon dates, mulching and manure

The Garlic Garden

Understanding growing zones

Your deepest needs

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