There are two main areas of focus that Seeds Canada is gearing up for, says its new president Brent Collins. Firstly,...
Marc Zienkiewicz
Marc Zienkiewicz
Marc Zienkiewicz spent a decade working as a reporter, photographer, and finally a managing editor for what was then Canada’s largest newspaper chain. Over the years he received numerous Manitoba Community Newspapers Association awards for his writing and photography, and most recently has won Canadian Farm Writers Federation awards for his writing and podcasting. Believing that it's important to be involved in the industry you work in, he currently is a member of the Seeds Canada Advocacy and Communications Committee. He lives on a quarter-section of land in Brightstone, Man., with his wife Laura and their dog, two cats and two horses.
How Scientists are Tackling Evolving Pests and Pathogens
As plant diseases evolve, so are ways of tackling them through plant science. Watch as we delve into the world of...
Alberta Grains Bolsters WCI with $375,000 Contribution, New CFO Announced
Alberta Grains, in collaboration with the provincial government and industry partners, has announced substantial...
UFA Acquires Stake in Canterra Seeds
Canterra Seeds Holdings announced today that United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited (UFA) has acquired a 17%...
Farmers are Enjoying Good Conditions Throughout the Province
It wasn't long ago that the province was bracing for major drought. What a difference a few weeks can make. According...
How the Pandemic Led to the Rebirth of the Frontier Seed Cleaning Co-op
PHOTO: The $2.8 million upgrade to the Frontier seed cleaning plant resulted in essentially building a new plant...
Want a Free Pass to AgSmart? Answer This Question
AgSmart takes place in Olds, Alta. July 30-31. The Alberta Seed Guide is giving away eight free passes to the two-day...
Farmers Hoping for Warm Weather Now That Seeding is Done
As seeding wraps up across the province, most crops now need warm weather to thrive, according to the latest...
Learn About Innovations Like Speed Breeding at AgSmart
PHOTO: (From left) Jennifer Zantinge, Jeremy Boychyn, Lori Oatway. New scientific innovations that bring new seed...
Alberta Crop Diagnostic Days to be Featured at AgSmart Next Month
PHOTO: Last year, the AgSmart show drew in over 3,000 people over two days who came to view the wealth of technology...
New Variety Designation Lists for Food Barley are Being Launched
The Canadian Grain Commission is making several grain grading changes for the new crop year following consultation...
Seeding is Virtually Complete Across Alberta
Seeding is almost finished throughout the province. In the Central, North East, and North West regions, final seeding...
The First Ergot-Resistant Durum has Been Developed
In a Canadian first, ergot resistance has been incorporated into a durum line, called DT2033. It has a stack of...
Western Crop Innovations Strikes Partnership with SeedNet
Western Crop Innovations (WCI) has marked an important first step in building new partnerships to invest in the future...
Crops are Emerging Across Alberta
Despite scattered light showers causing short seeding delays, crop emergence in the province is progressing well, with...
Former FCDC Staff Receive New Employment Contracts From Western Crop Innovations as Transition Plan Moves Forward
PICTURED: The staff of the former Field Crop Development Centre pose for a photo at last year's AgSmart event in Olds,...
Over Half of All Seeding is Complete
Another week of widespread rains has provided much-needed relief to dry areas, though wet conditions have caused...
Most of the Province is Experiencing Above-Average Seeding Progress
According to the province's latest crop report, warmer than normal temperatures over much of the province has provided...
Watch This New Webinar on IP Compliance in Forage Seed Blends
As the demand for customized forage blends continues to rise, so does the importance of respecting the intellectual...
Alberta Grains has Picked a New Interim Research Director
Alberta Grains announces the appointment of Jeremy Boychyn as its interim director of research while continuing to...
There are 3 Triggers That will Make the Province Declare a Drought Emergency
The province has released it 2024 Drought Response Plan which will help guide Alberta through any and all drought...
Drought Fears Tempered by Optimism as Moisture Arrives in Some Seed Growing Regions
PICTURED ABOVE: An irrigated hybrid canola seed field on Specialty Seeds Ltd. in Bow Island, Alta. Photo: Will Van...
The CFIA’s Winter SRM Survey Closes Tomorrow. We’ve Interviewed Important Thought Leaders but What Matters is YOUR Opinion
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s Seed Regulatory Modernization winter survey closes on May 1. There’s still time...
We Asked the Interim Executive Director of Western Crop Innovations how the Program’s Staff is Coping. Read his Response
Mark Olson has been announced as the interim executive director for Alberta’s Western Crop Innovations as it...
Ensuring Transparency and Stability for Staff is Paramount as Former FCDC Becomes Western Crop Innovations
PHOTO: From left: FCDC Program Director Kofi Agblor, WCI Interim Board Chair Jason Lenz, and John Conrad, assistant...
How a Desire to Lead Brought This Wheat Breeder to Alberta
Gurcharn Singh Brar is a wheat breeder whose path meandered from the breadbaskets of Punjab, India, to the sprawling...
Seeds Canada Issues Responses to CFIA Survey, Calls for a More Forward-Thinking Approach to Regulatory Matters
Seeds Canada has released its responses to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s winter survey on Seed Regulatory...
Doug Miller of CSGA Submits to Some Spicy Questions in a Spicy Webinar
The executive director of the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association sat down with Seed World Canada’s Marc Zienkiewicz to...
RDAR Invests $2 million to Support the Evolution of FCDC into Western Crop Innovations
Results-Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) is investing $2 million to relaunch the Field Crop Development Centre...
This Lacombe Researcher’s Career is a Tale of Two Chapters
Hiroshi Kubota’s path in plant science happened in two chapters, you might say. The first traces back to his childhood...
Registration is Open for Seeds Canada’s Annual Meeting in Edmonton
The highly anticipated Seeds Canada 2024 Conference and Annual General Meeting is slated to unfold in Edmonton,...
Kenny Piecharka and KWS are Unlocking the Potential of Hybrid Rye
PHOTO: Kenny Piecharka is the new country head for KWS Canada. In a recent interview, Kenny Piecharka, the newly...
Seeds Canada Reaffirms its Position on Regulatory Modernization
In a news release sent out yesterday, Seeds Canada has reaffirmed its positions on Seed Regulatory Modernization...
How Moses Palmer is Helping Seed Analysts to Grow, Benefitting Farmers
In the dictionary next to the word multitasking, there should be a photo of Moses Palmer. His days are a whirlwind of...
Amid Concerns Over Stable Funding, the Field Crop Development Centre has Been Rebranded as Western Crops Innovations
PHOTO: The staff of the Field Crop Development Centre poses for a picture as last year's AgSmart Event, where FCDC...
Seeds Canada Issues Warning About Foreign Buyers Trying to Illegally Access Canadian Flax Genetics
As other countries around the world seek to compete in the agricultural realm, Canada’s genetics are attractive. The...
Disease Ratings Updated for Esma, KWS Kellie, RGT Asteroid and RGT Planet
At the recent PGDC meetings, we received approved disease ratings for some of the barley varieties which were reported...
Gurcharn Singh Brar is Breeding Wheat Tailored to the North
In the world of wheat breeding, not everyone possesses the blend of passion, expertise, and perseverance that comes...
An Alberta Scientist is Playing a Key Role in a First-of-its-Kind Barley Agronomy Research Program
GrowBarley will take the crop to new heights as modern varieties need a solid agronomy package. Big things are ...
Alberta Grains’ First Executive Director is in Learning Mode
In the world of Alberta agriculture, leadership is pivotal. Mike Flynn, the newly appointed executive director of...
Rene Victoor is Honoured for 65 Years of Dedication to the Seed Community
ABOVE PHOTO: Receiving the Long Service Award for his 65 years in the seed business was Rene Victoor, flanked by...
Alberta Establishes Water Advisory Committee to Tackle Impending Drought Crisis
Alberta’s new Water Advisory Committee will help prepare for drought and work to make every drop count in 2024, the...
Why Bayer’s Antoine Bernet Loves Alberta
From France to Denmark to Poland and now to Canada, Antoine Bernet has a singular vision: to cultivate success for...
The Results of a Major Watershed Study are Soon to be Unveiled, and the News is Good
Researchers say the findings will help policymakers craft sound regulations regarding the use of crop protection...
Alberta Canola Announces New Board of Directors
Alberta Canola warmly welcomes Jeff Frost from Olds, Alberta, to its board. Frost is an alumni of Alberta Canola’s...
Amid Drought Fears in Alberta, Weather Expert Helps us to Understand the Complexities
Fears of a moisture deficit in Alberta and the Prairies were borne out in the closing talk at yesterday’s CrossRoads...
Why the Indo-Pacific Region is Key to Canada’s Trade Scene in 2024
In the ever-shifting world of global trade, the intricacies and challenges faced by western producers, particularly in...
Alberta Grains Announces its First Board of Directors
The Alberta Grains Annual General Meeting held today at the CrossRoads Crop Conference became a significant moment for...
New Bayer Crop Science Canada Country Divison Head Opens CrossRoads Conference
Along with event chairperson Todd Hames and Alberta ag minster RJ Sigurdson, Bayer Crop Science Canada's new country...
Why Certified Seed is an Ingredient and not Just a Commodity
Increasing grower adoption of new genetics is a necessity, but the way to do it lies in emphasizing its importance to...
Solving Pathogen Puzzles, Pod Shatter and Fusarium Damage
There’s an old saying about the best laid plans of mice and humans often going awry. Despite all the work we put into...