Industry insiders see new reason for optimism amid cover cropping programs and changes to single-use agreements
Glacier FarmMedia – Western Canada may be on the cusp of a rye renaissance. New cover cropping programs and changes to single-use agreements could double the number of Canadian rye acres within the next five to 10 years. It’s all because of a recent tweak in contractual language from seed companies on their hybrid rye […] Read moreStories by Trevor Bacque
Alta. potato growers recognized for production prowess
The Nakamuras say commitment to sustainability and efficient practices gives them an edge in a crowded marketplace
At Nakamura Farms, potatoes are what they do best. In fact, it’s what the family has always done. Now that dedication has been recognized with a major award from Hostess-Frito Lay. The southern Alberta farm is in its fourth generation, operated by brothers Ryland and Lyndon Nakamura. As they head into the growing season, they’re […] Read more
Anxiety stalks ag department as job cuts loom
As the halcyon days of summer wear on, many are busy preparing for fall harvest. For others, each summer sunset is a reminder that the clock on their employment is ticking down to Sept. 1, 2020. That is the day Alberta’s Agriculture and Forestry employees may face wholesale cuts in their department. The United Conservative […] Read more
