To understand what happens with nutrients in the soil and how to manage zones within a field, you have to pay attention to how the soil handles water. If that wasn't obvious enough, it becomes clear when you visit Mitch Timmerman and his 'rainfall simulator' trailer. "Water can influence the fate of nutrients, the development... Read More
Category: Eastern Canada
Frost over the Thanksgiving weekend has put an end to the growing season, and should help with drying down soybeans, as Peter Johnson kicks off this week's Word with an update on soybeans and corn. From there, he offers some timely advice on fall burdock control, disease considerations in cover crops and — of course,... Read More
It wasn't so long ago that U.S. magazines and television were littered with milk moustache advertising touting the benefits of drinking milk poured from those handy gallon jugs. But the days of generic advertising for the commodity have now been replaced by a combination of partnerships, innovation, and building public trust, explains Tom Gallagher, CEO... Read More
Today, Dr. Kevin Folta, chair of the Horticultural Sciences Department at the University of Florida, will be honoured with the Borlaug Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) Communication Award. Folta was nominated by Dr. Norman Borlaug's own granddaughter, associate director of the Borlaug Institute, Julie Borlaug. This award is dedicated to the memory and... Read More
When it comes to cover crops, there are many equipment and planting options. But regardless of the tools you choose, seeding at the right depth and achieving an even spread pattern are key for success. In this video, Real Agriculture’s resident agronomist Peter Johnson visits the Elgin Soil and Crop Improvement Association field demonstration day... Read More
One of the world's largest meat companies is investing in a business that aims to replace meat with plant-based alternatives. American food giant Tyson Foods announced Monday it has taken a five percent ownership stake in California-based vegan startup Beyond Meat. While some are proclaiming it a milestone on the way to a future of... Read More
We might be exaggerating on the number, but if ever you're not sure how to repurpose a container, stack of lumber, or hunk of steel, just throw a photo on Twitter and watch the farmer ingenuity pour in. Friend of the site and funny talker, James Robinson, from Kendal, Cumbria, England, posted the following on... Read More
One of the world’s largest agricultural lenders suggests North American farm equipment dealers “transform” to improve returns on invested capital. In a food and agribusiness research and advisory missive, Rabobank’s senior analyst for farm inputs, Kenneth Zuckerberg, says the equipment sector is being rocked by three years of declining sales, along with shrinking net income... Read More
Hockey season is upon us once again. It's the most optimistic time of year, as coaches, players and fans alike have high hopes for the 2016-17 season, whether we're talking about on the ice or in the highly competitive forum that is the annual RealAg Hockey Pool. Unless you're the Pittsburgh Penguins or Joe Rowbottom... Read More