Painted Lady Butterflies Reach Manitoba As Rust Fungus Looms
Migrant Painted Lady butterflies arrive early in Manitoba due to southern winds. Larvae feed on Canada Thistle and large populations may affect ornamental and garden crops. Reports of triallate resistant wild oats appear near Steinbach, Alberta shows resistance to Avenge, prompting crop rotations. Leaf rust outbreak in Oklahoma and Texas is the severest since 1985, with spores blowing into Manitoba. Sprayer cleanout issues arise from sulfonylurea herbicides, with tests showing even tiny residues injuring canola. Finish sprayer cleaner rolling out this spring for sulfonyurea users.
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Canada
U.S
Mexico
Manitoba
Steinbach
Alberta
Manitoba Agriculture
Oklahoma
Texas
QCC
Triumph Plus
U. of M
Sprayer Calibration Tips For Effective Weed Control
Farmers prepare for post emergent spraying with calibration guidance. Tips cover nozzle types, output consistency, and avoiding mismatched parts. Readers are reminded to check nozzle type, replace faulty parts, and call 764 2128 with questions.
Seniors Schedule and Contact Information for Souris
Senior events planned for Tuesday June 2 at Souris with Gladys Kirk at 764-2881. Handi Van trips also available in Austin. Calls welcome for trip planning and updates. Senior programs open to all in the area with two numbers 764-2658 and 764-2312, leaving name and number on the answering machine. May 27 28 29 noted for time off. emergencies to John Rankin 764-2222 or George Vincent 764-2044.
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Souris
Gladys Kirk
Austin
John Rankin
George Vincent
Harding Women's Institute May meeting review and plans
The Harding W I met May 14 at the Community Centre with nine members. Reports were adopted including treasurer, friendship, and CPR course success. Plans included moving a safe, Lisa Best’s shower, Hazel and Mervyn Bailey’s 50th anniversary tea, veggie trays and sandwiches by the W I, grass mowing posters, and next meeting June 11.
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Harding
Harding Women’s Institute
Dianna Airey
Phyllis Miller
Evan
Wilma Bell
Hazel
Mervyn Baily
Janice Hunt
Bev Bennett
Harding W.I
Jean Gompf
Adeline Merke
Kenton
Dianna
Harding Centennial Committee
Phyllis
Lisa Best
W.I
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Ag. Rep
Hamiota
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Triumph
Ally
Master
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Esso
Protec
MFG
Ashe
Rawlings Home Hardware
Hamiota, MB
W.I. Meeting
Canadian Advertising Foundation
Gregory
Lakeside
Gug
Romain Chubake Shoal Lake
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