Loveleen Kaur Dhillon U of M, at Arborg, man, July 2025, dn. Photo: Don Norman

Corn research looks for Manitoba-based weed control

Manitoba corn growers rely on weed control recommendations from the U.S. or Ontario, but University of Manitoba research is hunting for weed control advice with Manitoba conditions in mind

Manitoba corn growers rely on U.S. or Ontario weed control recommendations. University of Manitoba researchers are developing weed control advice with Manitoba field conditions in mind.





John Deere equipment at Manitoba Ag Days in Brandon, running from Jan. 20-22, 2026. Photo: Miranda Leybourne

Manitoba John Deere dealers plan merger

Dealer chains say consolidation will improve parts access, service speed, long-term support for farmers

Two retail dealership chains handling John Deere farm equipment in Manitoba say they plan to merge, bringing 13 locations under one organizational umbrella.






A snowy pasture scene in eastern Manitoba. Photo: Geralyn Wichers

Prairie forecast: Mild start before winter pushes back in

For this forecast period, we are starting with a fairly sharp ridge of high pressure over Western Canada and a deep trough of low pressure over Ontario. This setup will keep Alberta and the western half of Saskatchewan in milder air, while Manitoba sees a quick return to more winter-like temperatures.