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Gus Ternoey's Blog – January 2013 Archive (2)

Plan for Safety

Farm Safety is no accident.  Long hours and heavy equipment make for the best conditions to have accidents happen, but they don't have to.  This time of the year, well in advance of spring work is the perfect time to plan for the coming year, and SAFETY should be a big part of that plan.  It is very easy to convince yourself "it won't happen to me" and you may even think theres nothing that can be done in advance, but I'll say your wrong if thats your approach to a safe farm.

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Added by Gus Ternoey on January 15, 2013 at 12:57pm — No Comments

Not Easy Being a New Farmer

The last half of 2012 was busy for me, even took on custom combining to give me an extra reason to run home fast from the factory.  And although the crops turned out good, the markets are favourable, it was still a tough year.  

My appeal (Detail in a prior Blog) to have my farm land taxed at the farm rate came, and the decision made, NO you don't get the farm tax rate, you get to pay…

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Added by Gus Ternoey on January 10, 2013 at 1:53pm — 2 Comments

Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

CFIA Extends Higher Zinc Limit for Piglet Feed During Review

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has decided to maintain the current interim zinc limit in starter piglet feeds while reviewing additional industry evidence, providing continued flexibility for Canadian pork producers

Corn, Soybeans and Hogs Face Growing Market Pressure

Grain and oilseed futures fell during mid-October 2026 as record-fast South American planting, and fund selling countered potential support from Chinese soybean purchases.

Tips for Maximizing Fertilizer ROI

Synagri's Pierre Page highlighted key yield factors, emphasizing efficient fertilizer placement, soil health, and water management to reduce nutrient loss and boost farm productivity.

Farm tractor struts its stuff on F1 track

A Valtra T236 reached 54 mph at the Red Bull Ring in Austria

Diploid Potato Breeding May Improve Yield and Storage

AAFC researchers have found that diploid potatoes offer improved genetics, high yields, and disease resistance, providing a resilient alternative for Canadian potato growers.

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