Lightning in fields can be a source of nitrogen but at times can result in crop damage which, at a glance, resembles a very localized disease outbreak, plant pathologist Ieuan Evans writes.
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Lightning gives and takes in Prairie fields
Practical Research: Certain types of storms provide almost 15 per cent of the world’s fixed nitrogen fertilizer
Maintain motion to ease joint stiffness
Fit to Farm: Simple movements can get circulation flowing within our joint cavities
As we proceed into colder, drier temperatures, it’s common to hear reports of more joint stiffness and pain, athletic therapist Kathlyn Hossack writes.
Seasoning for Korea’s culinary wave
First We Eat: The influential flavours of Korean food have become part of the greater ‘Hallyu’
Not unlike K-pop, Korean cuisine has become part of the international cultural tidal wave called Hallyu, Saskatchewan chef and writer dee Hobsbawn-Smith says.
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Closing Market Update: Canola down, U.S. mostly lower | Dec. 29, 2025
Canola futures close lower on Monday afternoon, faced with plentiful supplies. In Chicago, a lack buying by China and favourable weather weigh on values. Here’s your Dec. 29 afternoon grain and oilseed market update.
Farm families gain clarity from financial transparency
Farm Family Coach: It doesn’t mean having to share every personal expense or do away with clear boundaries in leadership
On family farms, especially multi-generational operations, being open about finances isn’t just good practice — it’s essential for business survival and harmonious relationships, Alyssa Brown writes.
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Closing Market Update: Canola pulls back, U.S. grains mixed | Dec. 23, 2025
Canola futures were in negative territory on Tuesday after seeing major gains on Monday. Meanwhile, U.S. grains were mixed ahead of winter holidays. Here’s Adam Peleshaty with your Dec. 23 closing grain and oilseed market update.
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Closing Market Update: Canola surges, U.S. grains up | Dec. 22, 2025
Canola prices on the Intercontinental Exchange found strength after three weeks of steady declines. Meanwhile, most U.S. grains and oilseeds were also higher. Here’s Adam Peleshaty with your Dec. 22 closing grain and oilseed market update.
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AgGronomyTV: Prepping canola seed for fields
Each year, thousands of farmers across Canada take to the field for spring seeding. But how is that seed prepared before it gets into a bag for their seeder? We visited BrettYoung Seeds outside Winnipeg to learn about their process of sampling canola varieties, coating seed with different protectants to help ensure growth and where […] Read more
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Closing market update: Canola slides into weekend | Dec. 19, 2025
Canola futures continued lower to end the week, as a lack of any supportive fundamental news kept the path of least resistance pointed down. Chicago soybeans were also weaker, while corn and wheat held near unchanged. Here’s Phil Franz-Warkentin of the Western Producer Markets Desk with your Dec. 19 closing grain and oilseed market update.
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AgCanadaTV: Your Agriculture News Recap for Dec.19, 2025
Country singer’s anti-coal petition canceled by Alberta government An anti-coal mining petition led by country singer Corb Lund has been canceled by the Alberta provincial government. Lund’s team will now need to re-apply under more stringent rules. Lund is part of a years-long campaign to stop coal mining on the eastern slopes of the Rocky […] Read more
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