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Another year has flown by just like that. If you'd like to hear my take on some of the industry highlights from 2024, be sure to watch today's video. Thanks for following along with Top Crop Manager. I want to wish you all the very best for 2025.
- Kaitlin Berger, west editor
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There were many key moments that affected farmers, agronomists and others in the agriculture industry in Western Canada this year. Join Kaitlin Berger, western editor of Top Crop Manager, as she recounts some of the highlights from 2024 - from news updates to helpful resources and relevant research.
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The Canadian Grain Commission report showed that Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) wheat quality was excellent in 2024. Producers submitted wheat samples to the Canadian Grain Commission’s Harvest Sample Program and the samples came back with 94 per cent of the crop in the top two grades. The majority of samples graded No. 2 were downgraded due to hard vitreous kernels (HVK) levels below 65 per cent. Mean protein content was slightly above the ten-year average at 14.1 per cent.
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Farm cash receipts for Canadian farmers fell three per cent (down $2.2 billion) for the first three quarters of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. According to a Statistics Canada report, farm cash receipts totalled $70.6 billion from January to September. Crop receipts fell 9.2 per cent, or $3.8 billion, to 37.6 billion due largely to a decrease in prices. Program payments were also down $51.2 million. Receipts for wheat (excluding durum) were down $1.8 billion. Canola receipts fell $1.0 billion and durum wheat fell $593.9 million.
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This year’s Top Crop Manager photo contest delivered a bountiful harvest of images, including the winning cover photo from Kali Richardson capturing the urgency of seeding before the storm. From May to October, Top Crop Manager received 49 submissions displaying the nuances of farm life. Some portrayed close-ups of crops. Others displayed heartwarming moments between family members on the farm. There were even a few appearances from farm pets.
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It’s safe to say every farmer wants to make a good living and run a successful business. But if you were to ask every farmer why they do what they do, you’d likely get a mishmash of answers. Coming to the end of the 2024 season, it’s a natural time to reflect on why we do what we do – and it can be a helpful exercise for ensuring the farm’s business plan still aligns with the core values of each member.
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