Farm Management Canada recently held its Agricultural Excellence Conference in Ottawa, Ont., where Darrell Wade was announced as the 2017 recipient of the prestigious Wilson Loree Award.» Read more...
Plant-parasitic nematodes are hidden yield robbers. But research and monitoring efforts are helping to uncover their secrets. Plant pathologist Albert Tenuta conducted a survey of soil-dwelling nematode species in Ontario crops and his ongoing collaborative research looks to improve management strategies for these microscopic pests.» Read more...
Since the first day a UAV looked down on a crop field, farmers have dreamed up a million ways that a bird’s eye view and remote access could improve agricultural operations. While some of that functionality is achievable by today’s UAV technology, much more is coming in the future. Here’s a run-down on some of UAVs’ current agricultural uses and what may lie ahead.» Read more...