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Hey Ma, the meatloaf is this week’s Hump Day Recipe Highlight

Meatloaf has been popular in movies and on TV, this old-time favourite keeps on giving in this week’s Hump Day Recipe Highlight! Read more
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Hot Sheet Issue Invasive Species: Phragmites

If you are a landowner with a pond, stream or wetlands you may have been invaded by phragmites and been challenged to get rid of it! Read more
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Five tips for small herds that can make a big bottom line impact

The Beef Cattle Research Council have developed a series of podcasts with management tips for small herd producers, listen today at beefresearch.ca/blog. Read more

Earth Day Celebrating Farmers as Environmental Stewards
Discover how sustainable farming practices protect our Earth. Engage locally, reduce waste, and learn more today! Read more
Protecting Pollinators for Fruit Farm Success
Learn how small farms can safeguard pollinators during fruit crop bloom for better yields. Take action to protect bees and optimize your farm's productivity today. Read more
Canadian Livestock Farmers should be on alert
Canadian farmers are urged to bolster biosecurity measures amidst HPAI concerns following cases in North America, emphasizing separation from wild birds and strict sanitation. Read more
Canadians Honour Poultry Scientist with Parasite Tribute
Discover the unique tribute to Arkansas poultry scientist Billy Hargis for his research in poultry gut health. Read more
Practical cover cropping strategies for sustainable farming
Insights and incentives to help farmers overcome hesitations and reap the benefits of cover crops for sustainable agriculture. Read more
Boosting spring forage growth
Maximize spring forage seeding success with strategic soil nourishment, seed selection, timing, and vigilant management for thriving stands. Read more

Woolly Sunflowers
Grow Woolly Sunflowers Easily in Your Garden
Discover how to cultivate Woolly Sunflowers, a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that brightens your garden. Follow our guide to bring vibrant color and life effortlessly. Read more
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Easily Grow Hollyhocks in Your Garden
Discover how to grow hollyhocks from seed for a charming cottage garden. Follow our guide for blooming success. Read more
Planting strategies for resilient pastures
Prepare your pastures for a thriving grazing season by focusing on soil health, nutrient management, strategic grazing, and thoughtful renovation. Read more
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Easy Steps to Cultivate Gaillardia Flowers
Master the art of growing Gaillardia, also known as Blanket Flower, with our simple guide. Perfect for sunny spots, these blooms add color and life to any garden. Read more
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How hard is it to grow Goji Berries in Canada?
Learn the essentials of growing Goji berries, from seeding to harvest. Boost your garden's productivity with our expert tips. Read more

A Year End Report From the Field
I have been preoccupied lately with the difficulty of growing and harvesting small plots of grain to feed livestock. Read more

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An overview of Case IH’s Early Riser 2120 planter
If you are looking for a six, eight or eleven row planter you may want to consider the new Early Riser 2120 from Case IH. Read more
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Massey Ferguson’s new small square baler
If you are looking for more robust construction, a heavier flywheel and a wider pickup you may want to consider the new 1842S Square Baler from Massey Ferguson. Read more
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Kubota and Land Pride
If you are looking for an compact drills, rotary cutters, grapples or hopper brooms you may want to consider the extensive lineup from the Land Pride and Kubota collab. Read more
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New Farmall Series models
If you are looking for an all a subcompact unit, open operator setup or semi-powershift you may want to consider the New Farmall Series models. Read more
Kioti
Trace Adkins receives first KIOTI TL750 loader
Discover KIOTI's latest TL750 and SL750 loaders, blending power with comfort. Ideal for small farms and heavy-duty tasks. Explore now. Read more

Health and wellness: 6 tips for disease free birds
Whether you have a large or small flock of poultry, flock health is your TOP priority. Amy Hogue provides some important information on biosecurity 101, protocol tips, information on common diseases and coop management. Read more
Raising happy chickens
What is happiness to a bird? Living out its days scratching, pecking, drinking, eating, clucking, and (if you’re a hen) laying eggs? Amy Hogue has a few tips that will keep your flock happy and healthy. Read more
Home butchering 101
It’s important to ensure everything is set up ahead of time, using a well thought out assembly-line system so the job runs smoothly from start to finish. Read more
A poultry success story
Merrifield Farms is an excellent example of small farm innovation and excellence Read more