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Keep the Mailbox
There were more than 400 ballots to win this Super Sturdy Duraline Mailbox from Dundalk Plastics. Congratulations to... Read more
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Small Farm Canada
Show off your Poultry Housing Pride
Small Farm Canada is accepting photos and videos of all poultry housing and runs to feature online. Read more
NEWS
Cover Art by So Jeo LeBlond – practicing the ancient art of pysanky
So Jeo LeBlond practices an ancient art known as pysanky. Pysanky eggs are decorated using the wav-resist method. Read more
Progressive Planet Solutions announces field trials and ag-tech plant construction
New mill allows PLAN to produce 500kg of material per day, which is ample quantity for field trials in both the cement and agriculture industries. Read more
Replenish Nutrients receives over $162K
An agritech company involved in producing regenerative fertilizer solutions supports farms and farmers by putting healthy soil and grower profitability front and centre. Read more
Celebrating 150 years of agricultural history in Manitoba
Governments of Canada and Manitoba launches an e-book in partnership with Keystone Agricultural Producers. Read more
Breaking ground at a new Centre for Plant Health
Federal government is investing in science infrastructure to protect and enhance Canada’s agriculture, trade and economy. Read more
Stephanie Bretecher – Wildlife and Equine Artist, Farmer, Up-Cycler
Stefanie Bretcher from rural Manitoba, shares her story as a wildlife and equine artist, farmer and upcycler. Read more
FEATURES
Ontario Poultry Industry advises strict biosecurity
Learn biosecurity protocols that can be implemented on-farm to minimize the chances of spreading HPAI virus. Read more
Become an organic advocate now
66% of Canadians are buying organic. Learn how to be involved all year long. Read more
It’s Fall Fair season across Canada
Check out the various fall fairs, expositions and exhibitions happening near you. Read more
Protect your horse from West Nile virus
West Nile virus affects horses’ central nervous system. Learn the signs and precautions of this emerging disease. Read more
Study Shows Soil Health Practices a Win-Win for Farmers and the Environment
Dr. Aaron De Laporte shares highlights from a study that can aid farmers in their decision-making around adopting soil health practices. Read more
Notes from the Larkspur Supper Club
The Fathers of Invention
There are an astounding number of after-market geniuses in rural Canada very much like Dan Kerr – by my calculations about one every square mile. Read more
CALENDAR
Advanced Grazing Systems mentorship series 1
One of three separate online series that offers training for producers to gain expertise in rotational grazing. Read more
Sep 28, 2022
CASA Conference 2022
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association’s 27th annual conference is taking place oin October 3-6th, 2022. Read more
Oct 3, 2022Oct 6, 2022
Managing Small Farm Woodlots
Attend our first webinar and learn about woodlots and woodlot management. Read more
Oct 5, 2022
Equipment
Small Farm Canada
New cab available for LS Tractor’s MT225s
Read all about LS Tractor’s MT225s including its unique design, features and specs. Read more
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Should You Buy a Zero Turn or a Lawn Tractor?
Aside from price and availability, choosing a mower depends on mobility, maneuverability, simplicity, speed and much more. Small Farm Canada lists the pros and cons between zero-turn mowers and lawn tractors. Read more
Case IH adds to Farmall lineup
Case IH now has 12 models in its Farmall lineup with three latest additions. Read more
Overview of the John Deere 1025R
Jared Healy gives an overview of the John Deere 1025R, one of JD’s most versatile tractors. Read more
Kioti introduces new factory cab
Kioti unveils a new cab option, the Factory Cab, available in the spring of 2022. Read more
Poultry
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
Could your birds make you sick?
Regular contributor Amy Hogue, looks at five health risks that could be living in your coop Read more
