Tag: Colin Penner

21 conversations from the rollercoaster that was 2021

Dec 21, 2021 Dec 22, 2021 by Kara Oosterhuis

I’ve been having this conversation a lot lately, as I’m sure many of you have been too — I’m not sure how we’re at the end of December already. Although the last couple of weeks have shown some true winter temperatures, it has been abnormally warm (and dry) in my area, which I’m convinced has… Read More

RealAg Radio, July 27: Agriculture in Ontario, navigating grain contracts, and considering crop residue when salvaging feed

Jul 27, 2021 Jul 28, 2021 by RealAgriculture News Team

Welcome to this Tuesday edition of RealAg Radio. On today’s show you’ll hear: Lisa Thompson, MPP for the Riding of Huron-Bruce, and new Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs; Colin Penner, University of Manitoba farm management instructor, talks grain contracts; Shannon Argent, business manager at VBP+, with considerations for managing salvaged crops and… Read More

Buying out grain contracts? Some considerations to keep in mind

Jul 21, 2021 Jul 22, 2021 by Kara Oosterhuis

If you farm across the southern prairies, you are unfortunately no stranger to the lack of moisture in 2021. High market prices at the start of the year caused many to eliminate some risk on their farm by locking in some grain for the end of the season. However, Mother Nature has taken her toll,… Read More