Manitoba Diversification Centers (DCs) are important research institutions that allow for practical agronomic trials to be conducted across Manitoba growing regions. Scott will discuss the most current MCA funded agronomic research on corn, sunflower, winter wheat, and the important research capacity building partnerships between the DCs and MCA.
2025
Ag markets are typically driven by weather…and this year is no different. However, the emergence of conflict in trade policy is altering the grain flow matrix for oilseed, grain and pulse markets. Join Mike as he explores the volatile grain market dynamics in this fast-changing era.
Farm transition is not the finish line for your business – it is an ongoing practice that you can and should start. Whether you are planning for it, or not, your family farm is in transition. You have the opportunity to initiate the conversations to prepare for and positively influence the potential outcomes. Join Patti, as she offers practical, proven strategies for getting the transition ball rolling and keeping it in motion. It matters not if you are a first generation or fifth generation farmer, this talk is for you.
Drones are an exciting new way to apply agricultural inputs. Tom will review results of recent performance testing in Canada and abroad, focusing on drone performance. From wind direction, swath width and uniformity to flying height and speed, Tom will break down the research and provide insight into the future of drone spraying.
Markus will explore the full workflow of using drones for precision agriculture, from mapping to targeted application. This presentation will demonstrate how a multispectral drone captures detailed crop data, which is then processed with Pix4Dfields or DJI Terra software to identify specific crop needs. With precise boundaries and prescription in hand, an Agras T50 drone will make quick work of applying product only where that is cost-effective. Drones can reduce input costs and environmental impact, while covering significant acreage with low-cost hardware.
In 2014, canola infected with the fungal species Verticillium longisporum was discovered in Manitoba. Since then, this soil-borne pathogen has allowed the disease, verticillium stripe, to rob yield from canola growers in western Canada. Hot, dry summers have intensified the disease symptoms, making identification easier but also increasing damage. Are our current management practices favouring this new disease?
