The prairie provincial canola grower associations have made the decision to discontinue funding of the current variety...
Features
How Images Shape Consumer’s Perceptions of Ag
Images such as a red barn can influence how consumers view agriculture and it’s not always for the better. Agriculture...
As the Bioeconomy Feeds the Future, Regulatory Barriers Must be Broken Down
The following piece is from our sister publication, Germination. In a world rocked by political conflict, economic...
Wheat Head Armyworm a Sporadic, But Insidious Pest
The wheat head armyworm are a random threat and hard to find in Alberta fields. An army could be invading your field...
There’s a New Reputation for Biological Seed Treatments
Though biological products haven’t always had a spotless reputation, there’s a new reputation on the horizon for them....
Creativity Key for Those Seeking New Acres to Farm
There are options available for those looking to get into farming or expand their acres. Alberta’s 50 million acres of...
Share the Big Picture to Move Ag Policy Forward
Focusing on the societal impact when explaining agriculture to policy makers and consumers is paramount. When...
How Might Seed Regulatory Modernization Benefit You?
The seed sector has come together to create a modern regulatory system designed to ensure innovative new varieties...
Organic and Conventional Farming Aren’t as Different as You Think
The certified organic market has seen a great increase over the past few years, reaching US$63 billion, compared to...
Meet Syngenta’s New Head of North American Seeds Eric Boeck
The following piece is from our sister publication, Seed World. Eric Boeck, regional director of North American Seeds...
There Shouldn’t Be a Concern About What You’re Eating
When thinking about food safety, the first thing that probably pops into your mind is food recalls. You might even...
Alberta Watershed Pilot Project to Provide Valuable Data to PMRA
A three-year watershed study will help ensure pesticide risk levels are determined using real-world data and not...
Seed Growers in Alberta and B.C. are Joining Together
Seed growers in Alberta and British Columbia have come together to form one new united organization. A new...
Manage Nutrients and Maximize Crop Yields with Soil Sampling
Soil sampling and analysis are crucial to determine the chemical and physical conditions of the soil, gearing farmers...
Fusarium is Becoming the Fungus Among Us
There’s reason to believe Fusarium could become a negligible problem. It’s been two years since an important reform...
Will Van Roessel is Expanding the Offerings as a Seed Grower
Will Van Roessel is always up for trying out a new crop as a seed grower. Will Van Roessel has always been a farmer...
Yadeta Kabeta is Breeding Barley in the Heart of Cattle Country
Yadeta Kabeta runs Canada’s only dedicated feed and forage barley breeding program in Canada at FCDC. Alberta is known...
Future of Plant Protein Processing Bright for Alberta
With multiple plant protein processing plants having opened or being built in Alberta, opportunities abound for the...
A Generation Turnover is Happening — Are You Investing in Your Young Leaders?
We all know that a generational shift is coming. According to the United States Census Bureau, by 2030, all baby...
PGDC is Working for the Farmers When it Comes to Crop Varieties
PGDC works behind the scenes to make sure only the best crop varieties are brought to market. Seed breeders may be the...