Heifers that have calves for the first time need special attention, and getting them ready for their next pregnancy is the goal of a nutrition program specifically for them.
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Give special attention to first-calved beef heifers
Better Bunks and Pastures: Getting heifers ready for their next pregnancy is the goal of a nutrition program specifically for them
Mother in the middle
Farm Family Coach: This Mother’s Day, work to communicate with each other, not through Mom as an intermediary
When two family members are unable to have effective communication, they often turn to someone else to hear them out. Many times, alas, this is Mom.
FEED ME: Can well-fed plants fend off diseases and insects?
We examine an Idaho farmer’s program for crop self-defence
Blake Matthews works with agronomist Jared Cook on an intensive cropping program that improves plant health and soil health, reduces pesticide use and somewhat increases profits. We check in with Prairie experts to see how that program’s principles could work in this region.
The economic trouble with Canada
Investing for Fun and Profit: It’s unwise to strictly shop Canadian, when shopping for stocks
It’s important to understand the Canadian market is largely financials, energy and mining, with a smattering of smaller tech companies and industrials. It’s impossible to build a diversified portfolio exclusively on Canadian stocks.
John Deere partners in women’s clothing line
At the beginning of April, John Deere announced it was teaming up with Dovetail Workwear to develop a line of dedicated work clothing designed specifically for women.
Cattle markets hold value amidst uncertainty
The Markets: Alberta buyers appear to be pricing in a tariff risk discount while U.S. buyers are not
Cattle markets continue to hold at their high levels, although Alberta buyers appear to be pricing in a tariff risk discount while U.S. buyers are not.
Tips for planting a successful fall crop
Seed expert says farmers who start planning early and have everything ready to go at seeding will have a smoother time
Growing crops that overwinter, such as a fall hybrid rye or winter wheat, is a different way of farming in some ways than a spring crop, so producers need to be aware of that, Greg Stamp says.
What would happen if Roundup disappeared?
Bayer hints it might stop selling Roundup due to legal problems. What could it mean for farmers?
As Bayer hints it may soon exit the glyphosate business, the once-hypothetical scenario of farming without Roundup is suddenly on the table.
Weidemann introduces a new telehandler model
The T6025 offers low overall design with 6.1-metre lift and 2.5-tonne capacity
Weidemann says its new T6025 telehandler’s low (two-metre) overall height will make it ideal for working in farm buildings such as poultry barns.
Lacasse aims for both power and precision with new large scraper
The Quebec company’s 30-cubic metre scraper offers advanced levelling and grading capability
Lacasse’s Pro-Level 16XL land leveller offers a 30-cubic metre capacity to move a lot of soil quickly, and a blade uniquely designed to precisely grade and finish a contoured surface.
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