Sprayer Cleaning and Storage Tips for 2,4-D Use
Cleaning steps cover draining and flushing with water then diesel, scrubbing, and detergent to remove oil. For salts or amines rinse with ammonia solution, circulate, and soak before final rinse. Storage guidance includes filtering, regulator and valve cleaning, pump removal per manufacturer, sealing openings, and keeping gauges in heated areas to avoid frost damage.
Weed Control Supervisors Enjoy Tour
Manitoba weed control supervisors from districts across the province joined a two day tour funded by the Department of Agriculture. Organizers note the event raises awareness of weed problems and broad agricultural knowledge while showcasing on farm demonstrations and seed production talks at Beausejour and Richlawn Farm.
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Lorne Parker Farm
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Manitoba Department of Agriculture
Stan Wilgosh
Mark Hewke
Beausejour
Oakbank Alfalfa
Howard Smith
Richlawn Farm
Canadian Wheat Board Advisory Committee
Lorne Parker
Manitoba Department of Agriculture Eastern Region
Fred Slovinsky
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