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Greater rest periods for pasture means more profits

Thinking of forward wheat pricing?
Farmers need to make sure the margin will cover their cost of production

Potato and tomato growers warned to keep watch for late blight
Monitor for symptoms in tomato transplants and in early-emerging potato plants

Tree planting dos and don’ts
Agroforestry specialist Toso Bozic outlines the basics from buying to planting

Going ‘off label’ is a bad idea all around when it comes to pesticides
You can not only be fined, but also put your customers, the environment and your business at risk

Summer Farm Employment Program deadline looming
Applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis until May 31

Fatigue during spring seeding is dangerous, work safe
Know the warning signs and set sensible limits

Operators upping their game as farmers’ markets proliferate
Some are finding ways to stand out in the crowd while others are getting to know their customers better

Cow-calf sector needs a different approach when it comes to investing
Pay attention to working capital, and invest in productive assets, herd health and yourself, says expert

Scorecard lets you put your pastures to the test
The scorecard is a simple way to see if a pasture needs to be rejuvenated
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