Beet growers hopeful as weather delays seedings into 2011
Alberta beet growers, led by Rod Boras of the Alberta Sugar Beet Growers Marketing Board, report a positive start to the 2011 sugar beet campaign with a renewed master agreement with Lantic and rising beet acres. Heavy rain and snow threaten early seeding, while high sugar prices and planned diversification offer cautious optimism.
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Fresh corn growers seek sunny season amid tough year
Taber region corn producer Allen Jensen notes poor conditions last year with little sun and heavy rain cutting two thirds of the crop. He and his family farm about 300 acres with 10 to 15 seed varieties while facing seed shortages and rising costs. Weather and fuel prices add uncertainty as growers push for a favorable, safer, and customer driven market.
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