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New AAFC research scientist builds valuable data on pesticides

Southern Alberta’s new research scientist in environmental chemistry, Jonathan Challis, is focusing on studying how agriculturally related chemicals react and move in the environment.

Nuffield Canada scholar applications open April 1

Nuffield Canada is accepting a new intake of scholar applications from April 1 through June 30 for the 2024 scholar cohort.

Corteva Agriscience launches new fungicide solution for sclerotinia and white mould

Corteva Agriscience announced the expansion of its fungicide portfolio in Canada with the launch of Viatude fungicide, a new solution to protect against sclerotinia in canola and white mould in soybeans.

 
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Get ready for more dirt. 

From nutrient management to the latest ag trends, we’ll be bringing you ways to boost your farm’s productivity and profitability every week. We’ll also have a little fun along the way.
More agronomics. More special guests. More farm success. Everything you need this growing season. Let's dig into Season 2 of The Dirt PodKast at nutrien-eKonomics.com
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Developing decision support tools for effective herbicide

Herbicide-resistant weeds are increasingly a challenge for weed management in Western Canada. Using multiple effective modes of action (MEMOA) during herbicide applications is a key strategy for both managing and delaying the evolution of herbicide-resistant weeds. » Learn more...
 
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Pea/cereal intercrop improves forage production

Peas please. While silage and greenfeed production on the Prairies are often based on monocrop cereals like barley, oat or triticale, several research studies are finding that a pea/cereal intercrop can bring added benefits of increased yield, less lodging, higher crude protein and lower neutral detergent fibre. » Learn more...
 
 
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Manitoba Crop Alliance launches 2023 APP Cash Advance Program

Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA) is accepting applications for the 2023 Advance Payments Program (APP), with funds to be issued starting April 1. » Read More...

Barley producers can claim 11 per cent SR&ED credit on 2022 taxes

Barley producers who pay checkoff through Alberta Barley and do not request a refund are eligible for an 11 per cent tax credit through the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Fund (SR&ED) program for their investment in barley research and development (R&D) projects. » Read More...

Agronomy update: Nitrogen management strategies for spring wheat

New, high yielding spring wheat varieties require nitrogen (N) fertility programs that can deliver upwards of 200 lbs N/ac (224 kg/ha) to ensure yield is maximized and high protein levels are achieved on the eastern Prairies. » Read More...

 
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Promote Crop Growth With This Smart Nutrient Enhancer

Learn about the proven phosphate solubilizer that helps growers nurture more robust root systems. » Read More...

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3 REASONS WHY YOU NEED AN AGI NEXT-GEN AUGER

Ok. Let's be honest.
The auger may be one of the most hardworking pieces of equipment on a farm operation. They run long hours at high capacities during harvest to transfer grain to bins. Augers, therefore, need to be reliable, tough and able to handle the workload in harsh conditions.
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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference

March 12, 2023 | Hyatt Regency Calgary » Read More...

Royal Manitoba Winter Fair

March 27, 2023 | Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba » Read More...