Rod and Gun in a Manitoba By RT
A Manitoba note from the Rod and Gun column highlights growing cooperation between Game Branch officials and Federation delegates at recent conventions. Mentions upcoming duck season shifts, bow hunting for wolves, and fishing contests with prizes. Includes anecdotes on wildlife, local happenings, and obituaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rod & Gun
Manitoba
RT. “Bur
Game and Fish Associations
Game and Fishers Branch
Arnold Davey
Contentio
Federation
Rainfall patterns linked to Western Canada wheat yields
A study of precipitation since 1951 shows that total seasonal rainfall mattered less than its spread. In 1951 Saskatchewan produced a 20.8 bu/ac yield with below normal rainfall, while 1952 saw an all time grain total despite generally low seasonal rains across three western provinces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie
Canada
Saskatchewan
No Deadline Date For 1957 Barley Entries
Regulation changes affect entry deadlines for the 1957 National Barley Contest in Manitoba and Alberta. Previous years required Manitoba growers to file by July 15, but new concessions due to transportation difficulties alter the timing for contestants in both provinces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Brewing and Malting Barley Research Institute
Manitoba
Ungorm
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Clear Lake
Dex Whellans
Riding Mountains
Lionel Deroche
Clear Water Lake
Bud Jobin
William Rowan
University of Alberta
Winnipeg
Birds of Prey
Len Margerts
Kieth McComb
Len Margetts
Russell
Old Timers
CEAC
RED River Valley Boys
Russell Elks
Russell Agricultural Society
Threeey
Frank Jones
R. Wheatley
Thesenn Company
RTE
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