Farmers urged to install aeration to save winter water
Manitoba Agriculture official W E Griffin warns drought driven algae buildup in farm dugouts risks winter water supply. He endorses low cost bottom aeration using drilled hose and buried feeder line, with full instructions in the free factsheet.
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Manitoba hay crop incentive draws 7949 producers
Agriculture Minister Jim Downey reports 7,949 Manitoba producers signed up for the hay crop incentive program by July 31, with over 45 percent joining in the final six days. The drought aid scheme offers 15 dollars per ton for eligible hay or silage and lists crops such as wheat oats barley and sorghums. Regional totals show strongest response in drought-affected areas.
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Herd Maintenance Aid program eyed by federal government
The federal government announced support for a Herd Maintenance Assistance program though final policy basing remains undecided. Applicants must use prescribed forms and may call Zenith 81000 for a toll free form request. A Manitoba alfalfa project seeks long standing stands for strain improvement and asks for contact via 773-2043.
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