GPS in Agriculture Shows Precision Yield Gains and Costs
Manitoba farmers in Dauphin and Birtle test GPS aided precision farming. Ron Bell of Birtle reports yield monitors plus GPS provide field by area data, enabling 15 bushels per acre gains in some cases and a $5 per acre investment. System costs around $10,000 with broader use seen as worth it over time.
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Manitoba Extends Crop Insurance Deadlines for 1997
Manitoba announces extended crop insurance deadlines across the province to help farmers affected by the 1997 flood. The changes, including seeding suncast dates, extend coverage and will be reviewed for future years. Disaster Financial Assistance continues to aid affected producers.
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Red River Valley
Manitoba Youth Job Centre Odd Job Squad opens for youth
The Manitoba Youth Job Centre invites youths ages 12 to 16 to join the Odd Job Squad for summer work and fun. Registration requires a parent or guardian signature for under 16s, with planning meetings for events like window washes raffles float decorating car washes and more. Contact the MYJC at the IGA Mall location or call 773 3319. four students per community are sought. Hire A Student Week is approaching.
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