There have been concerns of late as to increased numbers of wolves and other predators in ranching areas of Alberta. Whether wolf numbers are increasing or not, here are some ways to protect your livestock through prevention. Studies have shown that shooting wolves indiscriminately can cause more problems for ranchers and in the long run […] Read more
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Commodity prices surge
CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) – Crop prices surged last week as the U.S. Federal Reserve’s plan to buy $600 billion in government bonds drew investors to commodities and pushed the U.S. dollar down. The move is aimed at keeping interest rates low and encouraging borrowing to stimulate economic growth. “With the government putting more money in […] Read more
Wide-set, breezy rows keep fungus out of soybean crops
FARGO, N.D. – A North Dakota farmer hopes air turns out to be his best weapon against plant disease. Gerald Bosse said white mould on soybeans is the biggest disease problem on his farm near Cogswell, N.D. “White mould was just eating me up, especially on the best soils where we should get 50 bushel […] Read more
Sheep choose medications when grazing plants
STETTLER, Alta. – Sheep may not be able to open up the medicine cabinet on their own, but they do know what plants to nibble to ease their stomach aches and nutritional deficiencies. An American study introduced sheep to three illnesses: grain acidosis, too much tannin and too much oxalate. The sheep were also given […] Read more
Fourth generation farm not likely to remain in family
DUCK LAKE, Sask. – The survey map marking the quarter section where Marvin Arcand’s great-grandfather homesteaded reads Jean Arcand, 1887. Jean came to Saskatchewan from Manitoba, and fought in the Riel Rebellion against the government. He was one of a long line of Arcands who gradually moved west from Quebec beginning in the 1660s. Marvin […] Read more
CFIA deflects food safety criticisms
Senior government officials responsible for food safety and inspection have a message: the system has never been better. Since the 2008 listeria outbreak caused by contaminated meat from a Maple Leaf Foods plant in Toronto, inspection, collaboration and communications all have been improved. And the government has injected $88 million into the Canadian food inspection […] Read more
Horse status
There have been many articles recently regarding the status of horses in our society. Horses have been companions, work tools, means of nourishment and recreational vehicles to our ancestors. They have gained notable status in North American history and (are) greatly appreciated. However, they are animals and it is owners’ and breeders’ responsibility to care […] Read more
World nervously watches wheat crop prospects
Russia’s drought-damaged wheat crop appears to be smaller than earlier expected. The U.S. Department of Agriculture attaché in Moscow puts wheat production at 40.8 million tonnes, down from the official USDA forecast of 42.5 million. That is also down from last year’s production of 61.7 million tonnes. We’ve already noted that the drought that slashed […] Read more
Water trough – New Product
Kelln Solar of Lumsden, Sask., has a new version of its Five Hole All Season Trough. The 200 gallon trough provides enough water for up to 300 animals and is able to operate without a power supply to provide heat. The poly units can be placed on level ground, concrete or trailer mounted. Tapered drinking […] Read more
Man. cattle group changes name
The Manitoba Cattle Producers Association is now the Manitoba Beef Producers. The new identity is part of a larger campaign to re-brand the cattle industry in the province. MCPA directors and staff announced the new name at the association’s annual general meeting in Brandon Nov. 5. The campaign’s tag line, We All Benefit, will push […] Read more
