As we near November, nominations are opening for a wide variety of commodity groups, including the Manitoba Wheat and Barley Growers Association (MWBGA). The organization is looking to fill four seats this election. The nomination period opens at the beginning of November and closes on the 30th at 4:30pm CT. In order to be eligible… Read More
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One of Canada’s largest rural internet service providers has announced it’s biggest acquisition to date. New Brunswick-based Xplornet Communications has entered an agreement to purchase Manitoba-based NetSet Communications. “We are delighted to welcome NetSet customers to Xplornet,” said Allison Lenehan, president and CEO of Xplornet, in an Oct. 23 statement. “We believe our customers share… Read More
AGCO has introduced a classification system for square balers and is inviting other baler manufacturers to use the standards. Similar to the classification system for combines based on their capacity, the eight baler classes are defined by plunger weight, which, according to the company, is the most measurable factor impacting density. “Bale density is a… Read More
The public caught their first glimpse of Case IH’s new 2140 Early Riser at the Farm Progress Show in Illinois last month. The new pivot-fold planter succeeds the 1245, offering 400 gallons of liquid fertilizer capacity, 80 bushels of seed capacity, and split-row configuration options. “The 2140 Early Riser is two planters in one efficient… Read More