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"We hope everyone can get to the Farmers Matter Event in Stratford. Joe"

Joe Dales replied Nov 26, 2010 to Haney: Is the Hog Business Finished in Canada?

1 Nov 26, 2010
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Joe Dales replied Nov 23, 2010 to 'Farmers Matter' Event - Stratford Rotary Complex - November 26, 2010 - 1 pm

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Joe Dales replied Nov 23, 2010 to 'Farmers Matter' Event - Stratford Rotary Complex - November 26, 2010 - 1 pm

3 Nov 28, 2010
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"Congrats Wayne, Now the work begins....take care and best wishes, Joe Dales Farms.…"

Joe Dales replied Nov 23, 2010 to Congratulations Wayne

1 Nov 23, 2010
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"Great video....good luck on getting the populations you are looking for. Joe"

Joe Dales replied Nov 20, 2010 to Lloyd Crowe Harvesting in Prince Edward County

2 Nov 20, 2010
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"Hi Richard and Bristow: I think it is important for everyone to be careful with thei…"

Joe Dales replied Nov 17, 2010 to How safe is your computer from big brother.

8 Nov 17, 2010
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"Andrew Campbell harvests corn with Mike at McFarlane Farms. "

Joe Dales replied Nov 11, 2010 to Harvest Watch

4 Nov 11, 2010
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"You should talk to Shaun Haney and Andrew Campbell.... Joe "

Joe Dales replied Oct 26, 2010 to New Farming Reality Television Series looking for Interested Farmers in Ontario

1 Oct 26, 2010
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"Message from Mike Libbrecht The beans are yielding average 55 BPA. Good ground arou…"

Joe Dales replied Oct 18, 2010 to Great Harvest 2010 Video - Keep sending us links or subscribing and we will post them up

6 Nov 13, 2010
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"Hi Joann: The ride just got alot wilder this past week with the USDA Crop Report...…"

Joe Dales replied Oct 14, 2010 to Top Economist Says, "Higher Crop Prices Are Permanent." What Are Your Thoughts On The Future Of Farming?

6 Oct 14, 2010
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Why Getting Your Acres Counted Could Put More Money in Your Pocket

Alberta Grains and Fertilizer Canada have launched Make Your Acres Count!, a campaign aimed at getting more Alberta farmers to register acres under the 4R Nutrient Stewardship framework. The initiative encourages producers to work with a 4R Designated Agronomist to develop nutrient management plans that improve fertilizer efficiency, crop productivity and environmental stewardship. More than 2.15 million acres in Alberta were self-reported under 4R in 2024. The campaign’s goal is to nearly double that by the end of the 2025 crop year. “This campaign is about celebrating what Alberta farmers are already doing right and giving them a practical path to build on that success,” said Scott Jespersen, Alberta Grains chair and a farmer near Spruce Grove. “By getting your acres counted, you are demonstrating to governments and markets alike that we farm responsibly and with care for the land, while also improving the bottom line.” The 4R framework is based on applying the right source of nu

US Farmer Sentiment Down in August

US farmer sentiment slipped again in August, dragged down by souring expectations about the future. The latest monthly Purdue University–CME Group Ag Economy Barometer – released Tuesday – came in at 125 points, down 10 points from July. The barometer is based on a survey of 400 producers across the country. The August survey noted a marked disparity in optimism between livestock and crop producers, with the crop sector struggling mightily amid continued low prices. On the other hand, beef cattle operations especially are experiencing record profitability as the smallest cattle inventory since 1951 has pushed cattle prices to record levels. On the crop side, the barometer uncovered increasingly dire financial circumstances. Every January, the barometer survey includes questions on farm operating loans, but given rising concerns about farm income in 2025, the same questions were added to the August survey. The results underscored farmers’ financial stress. Twenty-two percent of

US Spring Wheat Harvest Nears Three-Quarters Finished

The US spring wheat harvest is approaching the three-quarter pole, slightly ahead of the average pace. According to Monday’s USDA crop progress report, 72% of the national spring wheat crop was in the bin as of Sunday. That is up from 53% a week earlier and ahead of both last year and the five-year average at 67% and 71%, respectively. In the largest production state of North Dakota, the harvest advanced 22 points from a week earlier to reach 62% complete as of Sunday, 4 points ahead of last year and 1 point ahead of the state average. The Minnesota harvest gained 16 points to 89% complete, compared to 72% last year and 76% on average, while Montana climbed 15 points to 73% done, behind 74% last year and 79% on average. At 91% complete, the South Dakota harvest advanced 7 points from a week earlier but was still behind 92% last year and 95% on average.

Alberta Boosts Loan Program to Support Beef Industry

The Alberta government is stepping up support for its livestock producers by raising the cap on the Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program to $225 million from the current $150 million. Announced last week, the move comes as international demand for Alberta’s beef continues to climb, pushing prices higher and creating greater financing needs for producers. The loan program provides government-backed, low-interest financing through 45 locally run feeder associations, enabling farmers to buy cattle and sheep and expand their operations. Since its creation in 1936, the program has issued more than $12 billion in loans and now finances between 17 and 24 % of Alberta’s calf crop each year. Agriculture Minister RJ Sigurdson said the increase will help ensure Alberta remains competitive in global markets. “Increasing the limit will ensure thousands of producers have access to the capital they need to keep producing Alberta’s world-renowned beef,” he said in a statement. “With

Keeping farmers’ voices heard in tariff and trade challenges

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