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Cover cropping experiments pay off in yield and soil health for Peace Country farmer

Michael Strebchuk, a Peace Country organic farmer, had always had cattle on his operation. It was only after he got rid of his cattle for four years that he really appreciated the improvements cattle brought to the soil. PHOTO: SUBMITTED Originally published December 23, 2024 on Alberta Farmer Express By Alexis Kienlen Michael Strebchuk says […]

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Launching National Farmer Crisis Line

Crisis line is available at 1-866-FARMS01 (1-866-327-6701)The crisis line is available at 1-866-FARMS01 (1-866-327-6701) to provide confidential assistance to those in need (Photo: Andrii Zorii/Getty Images) Originally published February 4, 2025 on Alberta Farmer Express By Glen Hallick As farming gleans stress from a variety of sources, the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing announced on

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Don’t get caught on grain delivery declarations

Originally published February 5, 2025 on Manitoba Cooperator By Miranda Leybourne Keeping up with potential pitfalls when it comes to declaring grain can save producers from frustrating repercussions. That’s according to legal experts from Winnipeg-based law firm D’Arcy & Deacon LLP. By M “Grain producers are now required by the Canada Grain Act to, once

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New docuseries highlights cattle’s climate role

Scientists conducted research for a docuseries about adaptive multi-paddock grazing, looking at soil health, arthropods, greenhouse gas emissions, soil microbiology, water and rancher well-being. | File photo Originally published January 31, 2025 on Western Producer By Melissa Jeffers-Bezan A new documentary from the U.S. compares adaptive multi-paddock grazing to what producers have done in the

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Organic Vegetable Seed Production Course

Organic Vegetable Seed Production is a self-directed, online, 8 week, comprehensive intermediate course. The course is national in scope but provides opportunities for learning and mentorship specific to your region within Canada. ⁠Last offered in 2020, Canadian Organic Growers (COG) is proud to offer this refreshed, comprehensive, intermediate course focused on supporting a new generation

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Discover the latest in organic research!

Eureka! Discover the latest in organic research!  The management team at Organic Science Cluster 4 (OSC4) is excited to introduce their new website, a hub for innovative research and sustainable agricultural practices in Canada. This site is for anyone interested in ecologically sound food production, providing in-depth information on best practices and the latest research news. You’re invited to explore the

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