Pigs turn the thermostat down
Originally published April 26, 2025 on Alberta Farmer Express, By Greg Price There’s still no compelling evidence pigs can fly — but they can operate a thermostat. That’s according to... read more
Filtering seed guide information for Prairie organic farms
Originally published April 28, 2025 on Alberta Farmer Express, By Janelle Rudolph Organic producers continue to be at the mercy of recommendations and results from conventional variety testing. That’s according... read more
Coal fuels potential clean animal feed
Originally published April 21, 2025 on Western Producer, By Jeff Melchior A partnership between an Alberta university and a clean energy and biotech company hopes that old technology will help... read more
Soil-moisture looks good as seeding begins
Originally published April 21, 2025 on Western Producer, By Sean Pratt SASKATOON — Soil moisture maps are refreshingly different heading into spring seeding on the Canadian Prairies this year. “We’re... read more
More training needed for trades and financial management: farmer survey
Originally published April 21, 2025 on Western Producer, By Robert Arnason WINNIPEG — Someone who manages a Canadian farm in 2025 needs different skills than someone who managed a farm... read more
Farming structure important consideration for new farmers
Understanding the distinct classifications of farming structures is essential for producers, particularly new producers, to navigate their tax obligations effectively and optimize their financial planning. Photo: File Originally published April... read more
Interrow cultivation helps organic crops
Originally published April 29, 2025 on Western Producer By Janelle Rudolph Inter-row cultivators have become a staple for many organic producers and have been subject of much research over the... read more
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... read more
Slight increase expected for durum acres
An analyst thinks prices should be close to $10 per bushel for old crop durum in Western Canada and $9 per bu. for new crop. | File photo Originally published... read more
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,... read more