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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 19, 1968
Page
6
A historical note recalls John Macoun’s 1682 book Manitoba and the Great Northwest. It outlines a hypothetical five year plan for a farmer with five children and $600 capital to reach a net gain of $3,320, assuming perfect yields and no crop disasters, while stressing weather as the only constant risk.
Manitoba Crop Insurance Corporation reports a growing share of crop insured farmers in damp areas have adopted higher coverage levels over the past five years. The program now offers a higher dollar option for wheat oats and barley for the first time this year and a broader basket of coverage since 1967. Managing director P H Ford notes the change will help curtail farm losses and improve risk protection.
The Duck Mountain Provincial Park in Manitoba showcases peak autumn scenery with spruce forests, sparkling lakes, and fall colors. It hosts elk hunting in September, 73 cold lakes for fishing, and camping sites for summer vacations and fall hunts. Modern accommodations exist at Childs Lake, park established in 1962, with regional cooperation with Saskatchewan Parks. Meat and agricultural notes discuss high moisture grain storage and feeding methods for cattle, including moisture levels, silo upkeep, and equipment recommendations.
Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau will address the 39th annual Canadian Chamber of Commerce meeting in Calgary. The event will feature panel sessions on business and economic education, trade, manpower resources, and a stable dollar, with a business platform for the year ahead to be presented to the federal government. New officers of the chamber will be elected.
Cam Brown of the Animal Industry Branch in Manitoba notes high moisture grain is suitable for livestock feed. The report discusses grain siling and crop quality considerations for farmers, highlighting wheat as a key component.
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