The North American Manure Expo, hosted by the 75-cow Maplevue Farms near Listowel, brought attention to midwestern Ontario’s dairy sector and other farm operations. The event was delayed by one year for pandemic reasons and was attended by a small group of manure handling equipment operators and farm-sector stakeholders. Originally billed as North American Manure […] Read more
Maplevue experiences new kind of public event
Pandemic prevented Listowel farm from hosting in-person Manure Expo
Genetics, feed help build top cows
Nutritional developments in the beef sector have evolved in step with producers’ genetic and mating decisions
Glacier FarmMedia – Cows and race cars have something in common. Their build and their inputs are part of a winning formula and optimum performance. “Making modifications to your car is like making genetic improvements to your cow. Make sure you are also putting in the right kind of fuel (nutrition),” said Kajal Devani, director […] Read more
Rural Ontario Institute announces new executive director
The Board of Directors of the Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) has announced the appointment of Ellen Sinclair as executive director effective Sept. 13. Ellen replaces Norman Ragetlie who recently retired. Sinclair brings vast experience in planning; economic, business and community development; community liaison and government relations; and leadership. She has worked in northern Ontario as […] Read more
U.S. pegs farm income at eight-year high amid strong corn, soy prices
U.S. farmers’ net income is projected to jump 19.5 per cent this year to an eight-year high of $113 billion, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Sept. 2 in a sharp reversal from a February forecast for a decline in profits. A surge to eight-year highs in U.S. corn and soybean prices this spring has brightened […] Read more
Modifying MUN testing in dairy cow milk
New calibration for milk can improve accuracy of milk urea nitrogen testin
Present in blood, urine, and milk, the chemical compound urea is the primary form of nitrogen excretion in mammals. Testing for urea levels in dairy cows helps scientists and farmers understand how effectively nitrogen from feed is used in cows’ bodies, with important economic implications for farmers in terms of feed costs, physiological effects for […] Read more
Molesworth Farm Supply Ltd. expands with a charitable twist
First delivery of grain will benefit Canada Foodgrains Bank
Proceeds from the first load of grain delivered to the new feed manufacturing facility at Molesworth Farm Supply will be donated to the Canada Foodgrains Bank. The feed company has recently completed its largest expansion in 40 years. MFS has been a supporter of the charity since Ron Coghlin and his wife Susan purchased the […] Read more
Nutrient strategies must reflect Erie watershed’s diversity
Local research and best management practices important to reducing phosphorus movement
When making decisions about best management practices (BMPs) to minimize phosphorus loss to Lake Erie, farmers should consider the variability of the region’s climate and topography as well as the drainage and land-use realities on their own farm. Why it matters: Nutrient overload can cause problems in nearby water bodies, affecting the environment and farmers’ […] Read more
XT grain carts up ante to 600 bushels per minute
Big grain cart also has long forward and side reach
Glacier FarmMedia – It’s been one year since Brandt introduced its line of XT series grain carts. Reaction has been positive to the auger positioning and 600 bushel-per-hour performance. According to Brandt’s Cory Borys, the unique auger design simplifies loading and unloading. The XT auger has the longest forward reach, longest side reach and tallest […] Read more
New tests find more resistant bacteria
Science Notes: CRISPR technology being used to identify which bacteria are most abundant
New research from the University of Georgia shows there may be more antimicrobial-resistant salmonella in food animals than scientists previously thought. Using technology she developed, UGA researcher Nikki Shariat and Amy Siceloff, a first-year doctoral student in UGA’s Department of Microbiology, found that traditional culturing methods used to test livestock for problematic bacteria often miss […] Read more
WTO to examine U.S.-China dispute on grain import quotas
The World Trade Organization says it will review a long-standing dispute between China and the United States on Beijing’s use of import controls for rice, wheat and corn. The Geneva-based trade watchdog ruled in 2019 against China’s use of tariff-rate quotas for agricultural imports, which Washington successfully argued had limited market access for U.S. grain […] Read more
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