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OntAG Admin's Blog – May 2013 Archive (4)

AAFC: Quinoa And Amaranth - A New Place To Grow These Crops?

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) scientists in Guelph, Ontario are studying the nutritional benefits of Ontario-grown quinoa and amaranth as part of a project to determine the potential for introducing these South American grains to Ontario.

This year has been declared “The International Year of the Quinoa” by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.

Dr. Rong Cao, a scientist at AAFC’s Guelph Food…

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Added by OntAG Admin on May 28, 2013 at 6:33am — No Comments

SAMCO 8 Row Pull Type Planting Corn In Earlton, Ontario With Degradeable Mulch Film.


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New 80PT model Samco planter. 8 row pull type planting maize corn with degradable mulch film to warm the soil in early spring. see our website for more information.

Added by OntAG Admin on May 18, 2013 at 4:49pm — No Comments

Terry Daynard's Blog: A Message to All You Older Guys/Gals: Get On Twitter

By older I mean about 50-plus, including old-timers like me who can still learn new skills. Younger people can ignore the following advice; they’ve mostly discovered what I’ll be saying, years ago.



I have long ignored the idea of social media. I saw no reason to inform others about my daily trivia, or to know the same about them. But then, thanks to two daughters, I discovered Twitter. It’s marvelous.



For sure, Twitter can be about trivia, and often is. But it’s also a… Continue

Added by OntAG Admin on May 14, 2013 at 8:58am — 2 Comments

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Wheat Rally and Heat Risks Drive Commodity Market Outlook

Global tensions, hot weather, and strong demand expectations supported grain markets.

Proper Desiccant Use Helps Maintain Grain Quality and Trade Access

Growers are encouraged to use only registered desiccants and follow label directions to protect grain quality, reduce residue risks, and maintain access to important markets.

Nutrien Launches TERRAMAR® Across Western Canada

Nutrien Ag Solutions has launched TERRAMAR® in Western Canada to help improve crop health, nutrient efficiency, and yield potential across Prairie farming regions.

Some Challenges Related to the 2026 Raspberry Season in Ontario

Fresh Ontario raspberries are arriving at farms, markets, and grocery stores as the July harvest season begins. Growers are reporting rapidly ripening fruit under warm summer conditions, while managing pests and weather-related challenges throughout the season.

New Pest Control Strategy Shared at Recent Ag Ministers Meeting

Canada’s pesticide management action plan focuses on collaboration, better risk assessments, innovative pest control tools, and increased research support for farmers.

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