Manitoba Releases its Latest Crop Pest Update
Insects: Both striped and crucifer flea beetles are present. In most regions, reports of high levels of damage tocanola are minimal so far. In some areas of the Northwest region, flea beetles are starting to reach threshold onemerged canola, and…
Humboldt area farmer almost done seeding
A farmer in the Humboldt area says seeding has been smooth sailing but could now use heat to aid crop development. George Hinz says this month has been the total opposite of the winter, which was drier than normal. “If…
Seeding over 75 per cent complete, crops in good to excellent condition
Seeding progress in Saskatchewan went from half-way done to three-quarters of the way through. The provincial crop report, released Thursday, has seeding at 77 per cent complete, up from 56 per cent last week. It remains behind the 5-year average…
Canadian Western Agribition Launches Volunteer Campaign
The search for volunteers is on for Canadian Western Agribition (CWA). In partnership with SaskEnergy, CWA launched its 2024 recruitment campaign for volunteers with a new incentive program. Starting this year, new volunteers will be entered into a draw to…