The Canadian Grain Commission's large surplus from user fees over the last few years needs be drawn down and returned to farmers, says the Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association. The group has launched a petition, noting that since 2013, the CGC has accumulated at least $100 million from the roughly $1.80/tonne in fees charged to... Read More
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As the calendar spins into 2017, we reflect that the 2016 harvest was one farmers will not soon forget. As spring gets closer, farmers need to consider ensuring they have the appropriate seed quality suitable for planting. Shaun Haney talks to Holly Gelech, Biovsion Seed Labs about the quality of the 2016 harvest from a... Read More
The Canadian Grain Commission has built up a substantial surplus from user fees over the last few years, and the Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association is calling for a refund to farmers. Chair Jim Wickett joins Real Ag Radio today to discuss. We also learn about and discuss research in Alberta working on nano biosensors... Read More
It may be a new year, but it's the same ol' host for Wheat Pete's Word (only a little bit because we named it after him, and mostly because he's a one-of-a-kind). This week, you'll be dazzled by the organic matter talk, as some clarification was needed, plus Peter Johnson takes on the yield loss... Read More
Timing is critical when it comes to managing a disease like sclerotinia in canola, so what if you could receive a text message telling you it's time to spray? The concept of real-time disease monitoring with nano biosensors that can communicate with your cell phone might sound futuristic, but the steps in the process have... Read More
The holiday season is over, as Shaun and Kelvin are back in their regular chairs for today's edition of RealAg Radio. A new chief commissioner has been appointed for the Canadian Grain Commission, Donald Trump has announced his pick for U.S. trade rep (still no announcement on ag secretary) and U.S. farmers are feeling more... Read More
There are tradeoffs that need be considered when it comes to decisions about food and food policies, whether it's prioritizing "good" fats, local food or requiring different animal care procedures. "We're in the early stages of the arguments being made for greater control of our food system," explains Dr. Jayson Lusk (@JaysonLusk). "The danger is... Read More
As Donald Trump draws closer in his seemingly never-ending search to find his Agriculture Secretary, many people ask themselves what qualities is he looking for. We all have our own opinion of what he is looking for, but no one really knows. What we all do know is what qualities and characteristics appeal to us... Read More
Today's show includes a discussion about what makes a good ag minister/secretary, as well as a conversation about the art of storytelling with renowned broadcaster and storyteller Terry O'Reilly. Enjoy, and Happy New Year! Tune in to RealAg Radio every weekday at 4pm eastern on Rural Radio 147 on SiriusXM!
You spend valuable time choosing the right variety of each crop type — are you sure you're supplying that crop with all that it needs to reach its maximum potential? In this seventh episode of the Growing Series podcast, Shaun Haney asks Cargill agronomist Jeremy Boychyn about not just building a fertilizer plan for yield,... Read More