
Crop commissions launch new mentorship program

Analysts see breaks in the clouds for Alberta producers this year
A global grain glut has been weighing on prices, but wheat, barley, and pulses could go higher — and canola will continue to shine

This malt’s for you — growers profit from ‘drink local’ movement
Alberta barley growers earn premiums — and satisfaction — by direct contracting with brewers

Grain commission proposes 24 per cent cut to major user fees
But Alberta Barley wants fees eliminated for a year while Alberta Wheat wants better testing at elevators

StatsCan data confirm tight canola supplies

Seed will be available for late planting, say marketers
But popular varieties will be in short supply, and germination and fusarium are going to be key issues

Ameropa to shut malting barley trading firm Interbrau

Don’t delay if you haven’t lined up seed
All that rain last year has elevated fusarium levels and lowered germination rates

Fusarium head blight infections hit record high in 2016
Almost one-quarter of cereal samples from 2016 have tested positive for fusarium head blight — a 10 per cent jump from 2014’s previous record high

Farm groups welcome Ottawa’s research funding pledge
Agriculture Canada is giving positive signs that it will continue to invest in wheat and barley research