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Put options could be answer for delivery contract jitters

Put options could be answer for delivery contract jitters

Farmers worried about crop contract fulfillment this year could consider put options, say analysts.
How bees boost soybean yields

How bees boost soybean yields

Although soybeans may be considered self-pollinators, researchers say bees still play an important role in yeild potential.
JB Hansen's homesteading story is now in print

JB Hansen's homesteading story is now in print

John Hansen, better known in this corner of the province as JB Hansen, was born in Norway, where he learned the basics of farming. Just over 110 years after his arrival to Canada, his granddaughter, Elaine Melby Ayre, released a book based on his memoirs, sharing the challenges and victories of his life, and also details of his lifestyle.
Report fears emission goals trump ag productivity

Report fears emission goals trump ag productivity

Authors argue governments must focus on productivity and food production as much as they do on climate change.
Fallout from war in Ukraine: Farmers urged to prepare for new world order

Fallout from war in Ukraine: Farmers urged to prepare for new world order

Geopolitical observer warns of major consequences from the war in Ukraine as Russia weakens and the EU strengthens.
Hog producers welcome return to profitability

Hog producers welcome return to profitability

Last year’s drought, today’s high feedgrain prices and an uncertain global economic outlook continue to challenge sector.
Kim Hextall heads Canadian Western Agribition board of directors

Kim Hextall heads Canadian Western Agribition board of directors

Leadership team elected at April 13 AGM.
Avian influenza detected in backyard, commercial flocks

Avian influenza detected in backyard, commercial flocks

Biosecurity best defence officials say.
Food sector welcomes changes to foreign worker rules

Food sector welcomes changes to foreign worker rules

Raising the limit on the number of workers allowed to be hired applies to meat packers and food processors for one year.
Glenn Gress has led Browning 4-H for 25 years

Glenn Gress has led Browning 4-H for 25 years

Farming is a big part of Gress' life and the life of his family
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