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Manure application with high phosphorus soil

Phosphorus is an essential macronutrient for most crops, so it’s needed in the soil. But you know what they say about too much of a good thing...

From the editor: Innovation is more than technology

Robotic milking barns and automated tractors are fantastic and intriguing. But there's more to manure innovation than blinking, shiny objects.

Ag in brief: New Ontario ag agreement, Nuffield scholarships opening soon

The governments have negotiated a Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership for Ontario that will see upwards of CAD $1.77 billion in support for the sector.

 
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You Can Bet the Farm on Vaughan Company Pumps

Since 1960, Vaughan Company’s American-made, heavy-duty pumps and systems have been successfully applied on dairy farms where high reliability and low maintenance are demanded. We offer unique pump configurations specialized for the agricultural industry, including vertical wet well and submersible dry well pumps. From barn flush pits to separator feeds and lagoons, Vaughan Company has your back with the toughest solutions in the field. Our team is here to help with your next project.

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Manure Mondays: Closing the loop on value added from manure

For this Manure Monday, the hosts at OMAFRA are joined by Vince Herbruck, manager of poultry systems at the U.S.-based Herbruck's Poultry Ranch. Herbruck provides for viewers a visual overview of how technology and innovation are utilized in the layer poultry barns at several locations in Michigan and Pennsylvania to convert fresh poultry litter to a dried-pelleted fertilizer in just four days. » Read More...
 
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U.K. Update: Let’s take farmer mental health seriously

It may be somewhat of a taboo subject, but farmers need to open up more and discuss their feelings in order to boost their mental health – before it is too late. So says U.K. columnist Chris McCullough, who discusses why the "macho" image of farmers can hold them back from taking the opportunity to sit down and talk to their peers, family or help groups just might save their lives. » Read More...
 
 
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