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Scouting And Managing Tough Weeds: Canada Fleabane. Started by OntAG Admin	0	Aug 14, 2016
Chicken Manure additive for Sunflower crop We are relatively new to farming. Soil testing says we need phosphorus and potassium for sunflower crop. We found a source for chicken man… Started by Brad Daily	0	Jul 10, 2015
Help answer survey questions on Neonicotinoid's for a class project for my Agribusiness program at Olds College Hello everyone, I'm doing a class project for my Innovation class at Olds College in the Agribusiness program. I am from Ontario and I know… Started by Shaylin Ferguson	0	Nov 25, 2014
ATTN Farmers! Let's see your #YieldSelfie - A photo of you, a sign with bu/a, crop type and location, you pick the background Tweet out or post on this chat thread a photo including: You a sign/card to show your bu/a, crop type and location you pick the background… Started by OntAG Admin	0	Oct 8, 2014
Anyone running 20" row soybeans? Anyone running 20" row soybeans? It's our first year in 20"; curious about the different populations guys are running - Rick Willis, Maids… Started by OntAG Admin	2	Oct 7, 2014
How were everyone's wheat yields and quality? We finished wheat a couple of weeks ago. Yields were just not there this year, likely tough winter and wet, cool spring. Looks like we had… Started by Roadrunner	0	Aug 10, 2014
UPOV 91, Do you think the new seed rules will help improve profitability of wheat? Steve Denys shares the point of view from the Seed industry on why the new act will help increase research and breeding in crops such as wh… Started by OntAG Admin	0	Feb 2, 2014
High Corn Yield Tips From Winners at Ontario Corn Yield Challenge Event. The Farms.com team had a lot of fun talking to some of the winning farmers about how they were able to produce such high corn yields. DuP… Started by Joe Dales	3	Jan 21, 2014 Reply by Joe Dales
Corn Yields: How did the hybrids you grew this year perform? Were you satisfied? Post your yields here. Thanks for visiting. We wanted to provide a forum where corn yield results and agronomic feedback could be posted and shared. Ideally peo… Started by OntAG Admin	3	Nov 27, 2013 Reply by OntAG Admin
Video: OFA Research on BioMass Purpose Grown Crops. What would it take to get you to grow some new crop type? What questions do you have before you would investigate some of these alternative crop opportunities?The revenue and cost of production bus… Started by Joe Dales	0	Nov 22, 2013

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From the Middle East to Alberta: How Oil Tensions Are Raising Farm Costs

Even without supply shortages, risk premiums on diesel and fertilizer are cutting into farm profitability ahead of spring. A global oil chokepoint disruption is rippling into Alberta farms, raising input costs and adding uncertainty just ahead of seeding. Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East — particularly around the Strait of Hormuz — are once again sending shockwaves through global energy markets. While the disruption is thousands of kilometres away, Alberta farmers and seed growers are already feeling the effects through higher diesel and fertilizer costs, tightening margins ahead of the 2026 growing season. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints, with roughly a fifth of global petroleum liquids passing through it each day. Any perceived threat to shipping in the region tends to trigger immediate price volatility, as markets price in risk even before physical supply is disrupted. That’s exactly what Alberta producers saw following the

Building Without a Permit Could Cost You More Than You Think

The National Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) is seeing a concerning trend: unauthorized construction at confined feeding operations has increased significantly. Complaints have increased by approximately 32 per cent from 2024, and enforcement actions have jumped by about 125 per cent. Under Alberta’s Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA), it is illegal to begin construction of a confined feeding operation, manure storage facility (such as an earthen manure storage or manure lagoon), or a manure collection area (such as a barn floor, feedlot pen, or catch basin) without first obtaining the required NRCB permits. Constructing before your permit application has been approved or building something different than stated in your permit are both also considered unauthorized construction. Consequences can include: Enforcement orders Prosecution Additional costs, such as depopulating livestock from unpermitted facilities Financial institutions are also asking for NRCB documentati

4-H Alberta programs and scholarships offer new opportunities for youth this spring

Alberta youth involved in 4-H will have a range of opportunities to build skills, gain experience, and plan for the future this spring, with new provincial programs and scholarships now open for 2026. As outlined in its latest Scoops newsletter, 4-H Alberta continues to emphasize hands-on learning and leadership development through its “learn to do by doing” approach, with upcoming programs designed to help members strengthen practical and life skills. Upcoming provincial programs Several provincial programs are scheduled in the coming months, including: Spring Senior Symposium The 4-H Alberta Spring Senior Symposium and Trip Selection, taking place April 30 to May 3 at Lakeland College. The program brings together senior members from across the province for leadership development, networking, and national and international travel selection opportunities. Ultimate Bullfighting and Equus Experience Another popular event returning this spring is the Ultimate Bullfighting and Equus

Serious concern with planned cuts to N.B. public vet services

Farmers and veterinarians worry these cuts will do more harm than good

Start early, talk openly: why transition planning matters more than ever

For many business owners, planning to transition what we’ve spent our lives building to the next generation of owners is something we know we need to do, but it’s also something we tend to put off.

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