Tent moths lay eggs and canola ailments eyed in update
In this insect update Manitoba Agriculture's John Patterson notes tent moths lay egg masses on twigs with frothy coverings and can be removed in fall. Aster Yellows weakens canola with pod deformities and no seeds, no control. blister beetles are present but usually non threatening. Wheat midge pressure fading, Bertha armyworms and Diamondback Moths not a concern. traps show low counts. Patterson available at 764 2767.
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John Patterson
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Hamiota
Miniota
Manitoba
Centra Gas seeks higher gas rates amid Alberta cost surge
Centra Gas files with Manitoba's Public Utilities Board to push some higher Alberta gas costs to customers starting August 1. The request would raise residential bills about 16.1 percent on average, with increases ranging roughly 16 to 28 percent by customer category. The company plans a Rate Management Program to smooth volatility by updating primary gas rates quarterly and incorporating only half of market price changes each period.
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Alberta
Centra Gas
Public Utilities Board of Manitoba
Centra
North America
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United States
Fire Pit Drum Explosion Prompts AMM Warning
A camping mishap in a municipal campground involved an old washing machine drum used as a fire pit. A camper suffered serious injuries when the drum burst, spraying hot water and debris. AMM urges municipalities to remove such drums and inspect campgrounds.
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Association of Manitoba Municipalities
AMM
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