About 65 percent of rural Manitobans are unhappy with their cell phone service, says a new survey. The finding isn’t a shock because many rural regions have dead zones where cell service is spotty or non-existent. Even along the Trans-Canada Highway between Portage la Prairie and Brandon, there are sections of highway where the number […] Read more
Farm Living
Pandemic changes public’s perception of food
A professor specializing in food distribution says the crisis has shifted the discussion from convenience to survival
The food industry is pulling off nothing short of a miracle during the pandemic, according to a prominent food distribution and policy analyst. But that could change, said Sylvain Charlebois, a professor in food distribution and scientific director at the Agri-food Analytics laboratory at Dalhousie University in Halifax. “It’s been amazing to watch…. This tsunami […] Read moreAnger management starts with mental health treatment
Q: I seem to have a featherweight trigger finger that unleashes a ferocious temper: anytime, anywhere and without a lot of provocation. It is starting to have some scary consequences. My wife is not threatening to leave me yet, but she gave me the word last night that she is looking out for the well-being […] Read more
Sketching technique helps readers finish tough books
With the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing the new norm, many people may find the opportunity to tackle books that have long been on their reading wishlists. My husband and I came up with a technique that may help some people get started and work their way through the books on their list. I started […] Read more
Weekly newspapers to close in Manitoba
On May 4, eight newspapers in rural Manitoba will publish their final issues. Postmedia announced this morning that it’s closing the Altona Red River Valley Echo, Morden Times, Winkler Times, Carman Valley Leader, Interlake Spectator, Selkirk Journal, Stonewall Argus & Teulon Times and The Prairie Farmer. Postmedia also closed seven newspapers in Ontario. About 30 […] Read more
Sask. increases interim payments from AgriStability
Provinces are beginning to make changes to get AgriStability money into producers’ hands sooner. Following last week’s move to extend the deadline to enrol in the business risk management program, Saskatchewan announced April 22 that it would bump up interim payment amounts from 50 percent to 75 percent. This applies to estimated final 2020 benefits. […] Read more
Stampede cancellation will hit Alberta hard
Cancellation of the 2020 Calgary Stampede will deal a blow to the Alberta economy and also to the summer plans of professional cowboys, chuckwagon racers, volunteers and tourists. The annual showcase of western culture was officially cancelled April 23. Last year’s event had an economic impact of an estimated $540 million in the Calgary region, […] Read more
Calgary Stampede cancelled due to COVID-19
The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth has met its match in the COVID-19 pandemic. The Calgary Stampede, the annual rodeo, midway and western heritage showcase that draws international visitors to Alberta every year, will not be held in 2020, for the first time since it became annual in 1923. In an announcement today, Calgary Stampede […] Read more
Bread for the pandemic as baking gains in popularity
Flour and yeast are hot commodities these days. It’s nice to see that everyone is at home baking. I thought you might like a few recipes to add to your repertoire. I have used these many times and I love them. Cheddar Beer Bread Buns The recipe suggests pale ale but I have used stout […] Read more
Alberta custom graziers aim to always evolve
On the Farm: Amber and Steve Kenyon plan to never give up learning, even if it means moving elsewhere in the future
BUSBY, Alta. — One of Amber and Steve Kenyon’s missions is to never stop learning. The couple has always looked to improve their custom grazing operation, Greener Pastures Ranching, by managing the soil, forage and through grazing concepts. Steve said it’s important that the business remains profitable and sustainable for future generations. “There is always […] Read more
