UMA Systems Inc. was one of six companies to pitch at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Ag Tech breakfast
Glacier FarmMedia — Recently arrived in Canada from Belarus, Seva Lisouski is hoping to mirror the success he achieved in his home country with an innovative approach to producing livestock protein supplements from byproducts of the leather industry. His Toronto-based start-up company, UMA Systems Inc., was a first-time exhibitor inside the Dairy Innovation Centre at […] Read moreNews
TMR’s can save significant time and money
Feed costs slashed to one-third previous cost, demo hears at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Glacier FarmMedia — The return on investment timeline can be short for sheep producers purchasing a TMR mixer. That was the message from participants in a demo held daily in the sheep handling area during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024. Related stories: The Latest News and Stories from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Michael Richards raises […] Read more
Critical Ground highlights the need for research during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Report advocates for soil to be designated and protected as a national resource
Glacier FarmMedia – Under a blazing sun, Senator Rob Black shared insights from the recently released soil study “Critical Ground.” The senator spoke metres from the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association’s soil pit, displaying the challenges and benefits of soil health during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on Sept. 11. Related stories: The Latest News […] Read more
Bayer launches VT4PRO at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Sytem includes Bt protein and RNAi, giving three modes of action above ground, two below ground
Glacier FarmMedia – Bayer CropScience is bringing a new weapon to the fight against corn rootworm and other yield-robbing insects. VT4PRO includes RNAi-based traits at the Bt protein, and incorporates both above- and below-ground traits to control pests. It delivers the latest in corn rootworm defense below the soil, and adds comprehensive above-ground control. Related […] Read more
Corteva showcases new BMR silage varieties at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Glacier FarmMedia – Corteva Agrisciences is showcasing its new Bovalta brand of brown mid-rib silage corn hybrids at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show near Woodstock. The firm says the brand bring together the work and genetic legacy of the companies that merged to establish Corteva, (notably Pioneer Seeds) and sets a new standard for agronomics, standability […] Read more
China’s canola threat similar to Aussie barley experience
The big difference is that China is more reliant on Canadian canola than it was on barley shipments from Australia
SASKATOON — Canada’s canola growers could learn something from Australia’s barley farmers when it comes to the latest potential trade barrier with China. China’s Ministry of Commerce announced Sept. 3 that it is initiating an anti-dumping investigation into canola seed imports from Canada. Related stories: The case is reminiscent of Nov. 19, 2018, when China […] Read more
WTO case seen as new tactic for China
Making formal anti-dumping claims rather than questionable phytosanitary accusations could leave the door open to negotiations
China’s decision to use an anti-dumping claim against Canadian canola is a new approach that geopolitical and trade experts are watching closely. It’s a different tactic than in previous Canada-China canola disputes, but not a new weapon in China’s arsenal. “To some extent, I think it highlights the mirroring approach China is taking to trade […] Read more
Producers encouraged to invest in on-farm storage at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Glacier FarmMedia – Farmers shouldn’t let lower grain prices dissuade them from building bins — if anything they could pay higher dividends in a tough market say sales representatives from bin-maker AGI. “If there’s a $1 a bushel move in the price of corn between harvest and February, when you’re selling some grain, that can […] Read more
Czech ag attache sees trade possibilities at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Glacier FarmMedia – The Czech Republic is dipping its toes into the waters of Canadian agriculture with a visit to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show at Woodstock. Filip Lameš, agricultural attache to the embassy of the Czech Republic, also known as Czechia, was at the show today to explore potential new markets for agriculture manufacturers in […] Read more
Is white cockle toxic for cattle? Nobody knows
WINNIPEG — Kim Brown was on a quest in August and part of September. Manitoba’s provincial weed specialist was searching for an answer to the following question: is white cockle, a weed sometimes called white campion, safe for cattle to eat? Brown asked weed scientists and livestock nutrition experts with Agriculture Canada and at universities […] Read more
