Hay Conditioners Aid Drying But Costly For Farmers
Farm Extension Specialist reviews hay conditioner options in the county. With prices around 700 to 800 dollars, findings show crimping or crushing speeds drying, preserves leaves, and reduces weather risk. Roller types vary in uniform crushing and potential bunching. crimpers dry faster with less stoppage. Operating costs are about 1.50 per ton for 100 tons and 1.00 per ton for 200 tons, with efficiency gains from mower-attached setups. Conditioning can raise carotene by about 30 percent after five months and helps make high quality hay in variable weather. recommend considering purchase for producers with significant acreage.
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Yellow Rocket declared a bad weed in Halton County
The Ontario Department of Agriculture lists Yellow Rocket as noxious in Halton County. It spreads rapidly like wild mustard, with persistent perennial growth. Farmers are urged to identify it early and manage it carefully to prevent widespread infestation and crop damage.
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Yellow Pickerel Season Opens in Southern Ontario
The yellow pickerel season opens May 1 across Southern Ontario with until May 3 in northern and western regions. It remains plentiful and easy to catch, offering good sport for anglers, especially in the Great Lakes basin and Northern Ontario where it is very abundant. The species' range has expanded due to stocking.
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