Difficult planting conditions across Ontario this spring are set to test growers yet again as corn fungicide application timing approaches. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Corn School, Ridgetown College, University of Guelph professor Dave Hooker explains that growers looking to control gibberella ear rot can expect a 50 per cent reduction in DON when… Read More
Of the $8 million contribution to the Canadian beef industry announced this week, $5.3 million is earmarked for Canada Beef Inc. “We will be investing this money into all of the emerging markets – but China is certainly is one of the most important ones for us,” says Michael Young, president, Canada Beef Inc., adding… Read More
Grain markets found some strength in the second week of July as the monthly report from USDA showed average U.S. soybean yields falling by one bushel per acre to 48.5. The lower yield meant production was felled by 375 million bushels, which obviously helped soybeans find a bid. Follow-on support for other crops and stronger… Read More
As farmers head out to spray, it appears as though many aren’t thinking about buying new anytime soon. Machinery sales in Canada continue to drop month after month. According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM) monthly report, combine sales were down 46.8 per cent compared to June of last year. When it comes to… Read More
It’s another busy day for the radio crew. Today, on the show: Top ag news, with RealAgriculture’s Jessika Guse; Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau joins the show to discuss funding, and market development; and The Beef Market Update with Anne Wasko, Gateway Livestock, on what to expect for fall, marketing timing considerations, and… Read More
Over the past number of years, there has been an increase in labour shortages for both meat processors and those in mushroom production. To put it in perspective, there are nearly 1,700 empty butcher stations at meat processing plants across Canada, and as far as mushroom production goes, their job vacancy rate has almost doubled… Read More
This past week ILTA Grain Inc. announced it was granted creditor protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). In a letter to its vendors and suppliers dated July 8th, 2019, CEO Dan Burneski stated the decision to file was not taken lightly, but “a necessary step” to address its financial situation. “The CCAA filing… Read More
Most by now are aware of the risk of Lyme disease, a bacterial diseased transmitted through deer ticks. But a relatively new tick has been found with increasing frequency in Canada — and the fallout of its bite is also serious. A bite from the Lone Star tick — named for the single white dot… Read More
Fusarium head blight is one of the most harmful diseases of wheat and also one of the most challenging to manage. Researchers are continuously trying to figure out the best control methods since it’s one of those diseases that if you see it in your crop, you are most likely too late. In this Wheat… Read More
What do honey, olive oil, and organic food have in common? They’re high on the list of food fraud cases in Canada. Food fraud, defined as mislabeling and misrepresentation of food products to deceive consumers or create unfair competition, may cost the global food industry between $10 and $15 billion per year, affecting about 10%… Read More
Three new words have been added to the 4-H pledge. It will now be recited as follows: I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger service, my health to better living, for my club, my community, my country, and my world. The idea of adding “and my… Read More
The Alberta government is extending their hand to ranchers who take care of the land they lease. Those who demonstrate “exemplary care for public lands” will be allowed to lease the land to a maximum of 20 years. The change, according to a news release, will allow ranchers to spend more time focusing on their… Read More
What’s a Thursday without a discussion about ticks? Well, probably just fine, but stand-in host of RealAg Radio, Lyndsey Smith, wants you to be tick smart and NOT end up with a red meat allergy. Listen to today’s radio show (also featuring the top ag news and Wheat Pete’s Word), for more: Have feedback? Story… Read More
The 4th annual Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture competition has come and gone at the Calgary Stampede. The competition provides Albertan youth ages 11-24 with an opportunity to speak up for agriculture through a little healthy competition, with opportunity to further on into the national competition (Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture) held during the Royal… Read More
Just one day after investing millions into the Canadian beef sector, Agriculture and Agri-food Minister, Marie-Claude Bibeau announced millions will flow towards the grain and oilseed sector. At a farm near Airdrie, Alta., Bibeau announced more than $13 million will be used for various projects that will “help to strengthen, diversify and grow Canada’s grains… Read More