Three tips for farmers squeezing canola rotations
Three cautions for canola rotation pressure. Blackleg risk rises with early rains and warm midseason. prefer resistant varieties such as Garrison Cyclone Mars Global and hedge with moderate resistance on some fields. Prepare for sclerotinia with possible Benlate or Rovral and consider fungicide booking due to potential supply shortages.
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Jackpot
Alto
Westar
Central
Interlake
Gary Platford
Rhonda Kurtz
Crop Diagnostic Centre
Study results from Health Centre District student survey
The Health Centre District survey of students in grades 5 7 9 11 and 12 discusses diet beyond the four basic food groups including fats desserts and soft drinks. It notes daily fat intake by many students daily dessert consumption eight to twenty three percent and daily soft drink use rising to thirty percent in grade 12. The summary indicates overall findings and implications for nutrition awareness.
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Health Centre
Canada
Health Centre News Hi Lites on Students Diets
Health Centre News Hi Lites highlights poorly balanced student diets due to eating meals outside home during activities. Many parents work outside the home and time for meal prep is short. Recommendations cover quick nutritious meals healthy snacks and choosing low fat salt and sugar foods.
Heart and Stroke Fund campaign report from Hamiota
Helen Wiltsey reports a community and area donation total of 2142.44 to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Students from Hamiota Elementary School donated 174.44 in February, replacing Valentine exchanges. Memorial donations will be received at the reporter’s home year round, with In Memoriam cards sent to the bereaved.
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Helen Wiltsey
Ent Nannaampaign
Heart and Stroke Foundation
Hamiota
Valentine
Farm Safety Day and Crop Guidance Updates Noted
Farm Safety Day is scheduled for Thursday while the writer is away at a Spring Training Seminar. The Ag Rep will handle weed control recommendations in the meantime. A Crop Management Guide addendum is available. call the office for a copy with additional essential information.
Local Budget Update Points to New Funding Amount
The note states extra funding will be available this year but the exact amount is not yet known. After A.M.s commitments and additional funds are confirmed, the budget restraints will be clear. For questions or comments, call 764-2128.
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A.m.s
Milestones noted for Harding and Hamiota brothers
Elgin Campbell of Harding celebrated his 95th birthday on March 4. His brother Garry Campbell of Hamiota, formerly of Harding, will celebrate his 91st birthday on March 24. Congratulations and best wishes for good health and many more celebrations.
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Elgin Campbell
Harding
Garry Campbell
Hamiota
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