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Canada to invest $45.3M for African Swine Fever preparedness

The disease has not been detected in Canada, but if detected, could cause mass disruption to the swine industry.


Is manure still a relevant fertilizer today?

Is there too much manure – or not enough land on which to spread it – in Iowa?


Small but mighty: Weed seeds in manure

In the latest Manure Minute column, Chryseis Modderman discusses how weeds can be problematic in manure, and how to reduce weeds in feed and forage.
 
 
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Digested Organics

Nutrient Concentration and Water Reclamation

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Finding the ‘Cadillac’ of Manure Storage

What is one to do when their manure is dry and their climate is wet? Washington State has a long tradition of dairy farming – and a reputation as a rainy state with a long wet season – sometimes up to 35 inches between October and March. A study in the state looks to find the ideal manure storage system so dry manure can be protected from the elements (and leaching can be prevented) and then accessed easily for application once things dry up. Plus, the system has to be cost-effective. So, what is the ideal solution? » Read more...
 
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IWCA series: Valerie Carney

Dr. Valerie Carney has been one of North America’s most respected poultry science leaders for nearly two decades. Based in Edmonton as the Poultry Innovation Partnership lead, she supports excellence in research and innovation in Canada’s poultry industry. She’s also served in leadership roles with many provincial, national and international poultry science organizations. What’s more, she helps train the next generation of poultry specialists through her work with graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Alberta. Listen to Carney as she discusses risks, her defining moment and the struggle to find work-life balance in this episode of AgAnnex Talks. » Read more...
 
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Grow our People

Register for the new Grow Our People Summit

The Grow Our People Summit was created for the two million people who work in agriculture and food in Canada – to invest in them, thank them and get them energized and equipped for the future. Summit attendees will leave the event with new skills, deeper networks, and a renewed sense of enthusiasm for our agri-food sector.

The Grow Your People Summit will be held in-person at the Sheraton Fallsview in Niagara Falls from November 2-4, 2022. Registration for this ‘unconference’ event experience is now open at www.loft32.ca/growourpeople
 
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Farm Progress Show

Aug. 30 – Sept. 1
Iowa
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