Aaron Stein Photo: Supplied

Stein appointed to manage AFA

Newly-hired executive director will lead formulation of strategic plan

The Alberta Federation of Agriculture has appointed Aaron Stein its new executive director. He'll be leading the formulation of a five year strategic plan for the group.

Buhler Industries’ Versatile Nemesis 235 tractor. (Versatile-ag.com)

Buhler Industries going private

Winnipeg tractor and implement maker will be delisted from the TSX

Winnipeg's Buhler Industries, which makes Versatile tractors, Farm King augers, and other farm implements, will be privately owned by a Turkish firm under a proposed deal.



The on-farm storage question

The on-farm storage question

Should you build new or expand existing grain storage on your operation? There’s no easy answer

There are compelling reasons for farmers to invest in on-farm grain storage. It offers them flexibility in marketing and the opportunity to get better prices later in the crop year.

AGI Milltech precleaner.

AGI cleans up the drying yard

A new pre-cleaner can make grain dryers cleaner and more efficient

AGI's Milltech Pre Cleaner removes foreign material from grain before it reaches the dryer, making drying less messy and more efficient.