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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 03, 1982
Page
10
The 1982 Guide to The 101 page publication Manitoba presents research and field experience on chemical weed control. Agriculture officials announce availability of the guide for farmers and agronomists seeking up to date weed management methods and recommendations.
Souris rancher Clayton Canning, 1980 Manitoba Premier Beef Cattle Performance Award winner, credits the Douglas test station with average weaning weight gains of 75 pounds and yearling gains of 172 pounds since 1968. He notes top bulls from 1970 and 1800 were Angus, and stresses the station’s pivotal role in Manitoba’s beef industry.
A regional agriculture office highlights income tax deadlines and benefits of record books for farmers. They note about one hundred farmers use their book and announce a new account book promo. Tax seminar plans in Rossburn and Foxwarren await Budget finalization with meetings anticipated in February and March following strong Farm Maintenance Course response.
Otto Peuner welders joined a week long session at Dennis Fouillard farm in mid January. Nine more ten in fan electrical courses were held at Inglis. Planning now for next winter indicates several additional sessions. Communities seeking mechanical, electrical, hydraulic or welding training for farmers should contact the office.
The Coordinating Committee adds new varieties across wheat, barley, canola, lentils, soybeans, sunflowers and other crops to Manitoba's 1982 recommended list. Notable entries include Norbert wheat, Musketeer rye, Columbus wheat, Andor and Tobin canola, Aladin fababean, Loop field bean, McGregor flax, Eston and Laird lentils, Kirby and Ochre mustard, Maple Amber soybeans, and six new sunflower hybrids. A few changes include drop of CMH 101 and first-time approval of Norgold.
Japanese importers assure Canadian farmers that Japan will buy at least one million tonnes of canola if supplies allow. Read in Saskatoon by Canola Council director Dr. Allan Earl, the joint statement urged prairie growers to maximize 1962 production amid tight seed supplies. The note warned inconsistent food shipments to Japan could push importers to seek other oilseed sources.
Manitoba Agriculture releases a pamphlet titled Questions and Answers on the Farm Machinery and Equipment Act. It covers ownership, repair, parts, warranties, contracts, and repossession procedures, with guidance for owners and dealers. © Centre, Manitoba 411 York Avenue, Winnipeg, RAC 0v8.
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