As the world sits in anticipation for the trade war to end between China and the U.S., many remain uncertain around a recently announced trade truce. When it comes to agriculture, a lot of eyes were focused on the agreement that China would purchase $50 billion worth of U.S. agricultural goods as part of the… Read More
Did you hear? For the third time, RealAgriculture will be covering Agritechnica in Hanover, Germany. Stay tuned to our website for all the coverage! Today, on RealAg Radio, hear: The top ag news stories of the day, with RealAgriculture’s Jessika Guse; Alberta Beef’s Rich Smith joins to talk Bill 16 The Public Lands Modernization (Grazing… Read More
There are a number of considerations when it comes to the storage and handling of pulses, but the two most important factors to think about are moisture and temperature. Whether storing just one winter, or a winter, spring, and summer, and maybe longer, ensuring pulses are conditioned for long-term storage is key. “You want to… Read More
Whether or not a cost can be considered an expense or an investment often comes down to not just the return, but also the length of time an expense can offer a pay-back. While hoof care may seem like a cost, Brad Ingram, sales manager for Vettec Animal Health, argues that a cow serves the… Read More
Chances are, if you’re the cook in the family you might have looked at the grocery store flyer at some point before hosting people for a big meal — especially a holiday dinner. One person who looks at the flyers on a frequent basis is Kevin Grier, of Kevin Grier Marketing and consulting. Why you… Read More
Host Shaun Haney loves to hear from you, so send in your feedback (details below)! And if you have a shop you’re particularly proud of, and would love to have featured on Real Dream Workshops, let us know that, too. Today, on the show, by the way, check out: Top ag news stories of the… Read More
If you can’t put manure on in the late fall, and you don’t want to put it on in the spring because of compaction, when CAN you put it? Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson has the answer to that question and many more in this week’s instalment of Wheat Pete’s Word. From the terrible weather out… Read More
If you’ve ever wondered why and when a farmer may choose to add gypsum to soil, wonder no more. Gypsum — also known as calcium sulphate — is a source of both calcium and sulphate, and can work as a nutrient source for both of these, except that it’s actually a pretty expensive way to… Read More
Once harvest is in the bin, there’s not much you can do to improve what you have, but there are plenty of things lurking that could downgrade the crop. RealAgriculture resident Peter Johnson says that storage molds need some attention, as they can cause some major issues when they do pop up. “One of the… Read More
Erica Renaud splits her time between the family farm near Smiths Falls, Ont., and urban southern Ontario. While she may not be farming full-time, Renaud uses her upbringing on the farm to inspire her art and creativity. Renaud works in graphic design, and she also has a self-published comic strip, called “Farm Girl Strips,” and… Read More
The MF1316S RazorEdge pull-type disc mower conditioner is a 16-foot, centre-pivot mower conditioner built for high-throughput and fast serviceability, as the first step to high-quality, consistent bales, says AGCO. Matt LeCroy, hay and forage product marketing manager at AGCO, says the Hesston by Massey Ferguson MF1316S replaces the MF1395, becoming the largest of the heavy-duty,… Read More
Canadian edible bean farmers are seeing first-hand what an abrupt loss of pre-harvest glyphosate means for their harvest. For many, it’s been a real challenge. “So, for example, a black bean grower – black beans are typically pretty easy to harvest and you don’t have to worry about staining them because they’re already black, but… Read More
If you’re an Alberta rancher who uses public land to graze your livestock, Bill 16 should be on your radar in the coming months. Today, the Alberta government introduced the bill in an effort to modernize the rent and fees ranchers and cattle owners pay for the use of public lands. The current grazing fee… Read More
Today’s show is a bit of a split between our regular content and Agronomy Monday, with host Shaun Haney. Hear about: The top ag news, with RealAgriculture’s Jessika Guse; and Weather, harvest progress, malt acceptability, year one of no pre-harvest glyphosate in beans, and a whole lot more with Peter ‘Wheat Pete’ Johnson. Have feedback… Read More
AGCO has launched a new Sunflower-brand air drill with two opener options, on-board tanks, sectional control, and a narrow transport width. The 9831NT air drill is designed for flexibility in the field and easy transport on the roads, says Larry Kuster, AGCO seeding and tillage product marketing specialist. The 30-foot unit folds to just over… Read More