Canada said to be developing innovative, investment-friendly climate, but gov’t remains under pressure from activists
WINNIPEG — Canada could be on the brink of becoming an agriculture research Mecca, or it could be on the verge of sliding into ag research paralysis. Both of those possibilities were discussed by Ottawa lobbyists at Keystone Agricultural Producers’ annual convention late last month. “We’re particularly excited about this,” said Andrea Faubert of Corteva […] Read moreTag Archives Corteva Agriscience — page 2
Corteva donates to STARS service
Corteva Agriscience recently made a donation to the STARS air ambulance service during the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo in Red Deer. The company had pledged to donate $10 from every bag of Optimum GLY canola sold in central and northern Alberta this fall to STARS. The donation will help fund around 18 STARS missions.
First frost makes for ideal time to tackle thistle
The weed can be particularly troublesome in pastures facing multi-year drought, but experts say it’s not too late to act
Canada thistle is an especially pesky weed estimated to cost producers billions each year in lost revenue. Left unchecked, its roots reach deep into the ground and into the pockets of ranchers. Mark Versluys, specialties business leader with Corteva Agriscience, said Canada thistle has been an issue this year as drought conditions continue to plague […] Read more
