Research into “underutilized” prairie fruits and berries to help identify healthy components and to increase farm production
Some researchers hide in their laboratories and behind the printed words of academic papers. Chamali Kodikara isn’t suited for that sort of introverted life. “I really like to do the other stuff as well,” said Kodikara in an interview after she learned she had been elected vice-president of competitions for the Institution of the Chicago-based […] Read moreTag Archives Research
Survey participation has long-term benefits for industry
I encourage all producers to share their knowledge with cattle associations, researchers and related professional organizations because positive results are eventually returned. Accurate data going in leads to accurate data coming out. We may be inundated with surveys and questionnaires from industry groups but their ultimate goal is to gather information that will inform producers […] Read more
Alberta Grains chair passionate about new role
Group’s first chair identifies lack of moisture and falling commodity prices as two of grain producers’ biggest challenges
The first chair of Alberta Grains is passionate about Alberta’s wheat and barley growers and the fledgling organization she’s been chosen to lead. “I take my role incredibly seriously,” said Tara Sawyer, an Acme-area farmer with five years of experience in positions with the former Alberta wheat and barley commissions. “I don’t take my leadership […] Read more
Research priorities worry farmers
SASKATOON — Crop organizations say the federal government’s research priorities are increasingly at odds with those of farmers. The issue surfaced during the Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission’s annual general meeting. “Are we in alignment or are we starting to see what our priorities are as growers isn’t necessarily the same priorities as the federal government?” […] Read more
Pulse growers navigate a fork in seed road
It’s not a good idea to make sweeping generalizations based on discussions at one farm meeting. However, results of a debate at the Saskatchewan Pulse Growers annual meeting in Saskatoon last week do seem to indicate farmers are getting more comfortable with paying royalties on seed, though attendees might not interpret the meeting in quite […] Read more
New research strategy developed for root rot
Sask. gov’t, farm groups kick in $4.2 million to tackle aphanomyces and other diseases that threaten pea and lentil crops
A $4.2 million investment in root rot research is a “big deal” for farmers and Canada’s pulse industry, says a University of Saskatchewan scientist. Saskatchewan agriculture minister David Marit announced $2.5 million in provincial and federal funding last week to find solutions for root rot in peas and lentils. Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, the Western Grains […] Read more
Gov’t and grower groups commit $4.2 million for root rot research
WINNIPEG — Serious dollars have been committed to a serious problem for pulse growers — root rot. Saskatchewan agriculture minister David Marit announced today $2.5 million in provincial and federal funding to find solutions for root rot in peas and lentils. In addition, Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, Western Grains Research Foundation, Alberta Pulse Growers Commission, Results […] Read more
Researcher takes deeper look into how avian flu spreads
Coughing, sneezing, runny beaks and diarrhea are signs a flock is sick, and avian influenza is likely the cause. When signs are present, producers can have samples from the flock sent to the provincial laboratory for testing to confirm that bird flu is responsible and to determine whether it is a high-pathogenic or low-pathogenic variety. […] Read more
Protein sector sets new target
Protein Industries Canada wants to see another 2.5 million tonnes of food ingredient manufacturing in Canada by 2035. That is the main target in the organization’s new roadmap outlining how to create a $25 billion crop processing industry. It would require the construction of 10 to 15 new food ingredient manufacturing plants over the next […] Read more
Canola industry gets research boost
A federal funding announcement for Canada’s Canola Cluster aims to drive the sustainable growth of Canada’s canola industry. The $9 million comes from the AgriScience Program-Clusters Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (S-CAP). “This new canola cluster will build on the great work of the previous one, which I was proud to […] Read more
