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The five principles of soil health
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Soil studies just for the “health” of it
WEBThe lab, which opened in 2018 and is led by researcher Yamily Zavala, has one key purpose — to help farmers and others develop a better understanding of soil health, establish a benchmark of the health status of soil on individual farms and to encourage producers to develop or change management practices that benefit soil health.
Fungicides and plant health
WEBPublished: March 20, 2013. News. Farmers are well aware of the value of fungicides in protecting crops from plant diseases. But some fungicides promise even more. Crop protection companies now promote the plant health benefits of certain fungicides. They claim that using these fungicides can result in higher yields, even in the absence of …
Les Henry: Soil productivity, quality and health
WEBJ.L. (Les) Henry is a former professor and extension specialist at the University of Saskatchewan. He farms at Dundurn, Sask. View all articles by Les Henry. Soil health is a prominent topic in current scientific and farm management literature. It is good to see attention being paid to the soil resource our.
Five disease management strategies for your crops
WEBA: The disease triangle states that three components must be present for a disease to occur: a susceptible host, a pathogen and the right environment.By understanding the interactions between the host, pathogen and environment in disease development, farmers can develop effective disease management strategies to help …
Implement a good pinkeye control program for your cattle
WEBHere are three important steps to minimize risk of disease spread: Know symptoms of pinkeye in cattle and the life cycle of the face fly, its transmitter. Put the cattle on a well-balanced mineral (and vitamin) feeding program. Make strategic use of insecticides on cattle grazing pasture. Walk through the cow herd regularly, and look for …
Clear, actionable steps to support mental health
WEBClear, actionable steps to support mental health. “It’s no different than hauling out the equipment prior to seeding or harvest — making sure that everything (within) your ability looks good and that there’s not a belt about to break or oils that haven’t been changed.”. – Megz Reynolds.
Tune in to your mental health
WEBIrritability. Feelings of overwhelm and panic. Drinking alcohol more often. Overeating. Using drugs to calm yourself or just feel normal. Difficulty sleeping or not feeling rested after your normal sleeping duration. Other physical symptoms such as stomach pain, chest tightness and headaches.
Editor's Column: Stop mental health stigma
WEBPublished: February 1, 2023. Editor's column, Wheat & Chaff. One in five people experience a mental health problem or illness each year. Photo: iStock/Getty Images. I started this column with different intentions. I wanted to revisit some topics and tools to promote mental health and well-being. However, as I was reading about mental health in
Prairie crop disease outlook for 2023
WEBJim Timlick. Published: April 18, 2023. Canola, Cereals, Crops, Pulses. Mycosphaerella blight (shown in photo) may pose a disease threat to pea crops in Alberta. Photo: Courtesy Michael Harding, Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation. Predicting the crop disease outlook for the Canadian Prairies is never easy. With the wild swings in …
Tips for ‘grafting’ a new calf to a new mother
WEBAlso as part of this grafting process, it’s best to bring the calf to the mother when the calf is hungry. The calf will seek out the udder as soon as it is brought to the cow. The sooner it nurses, the better. Nursing triggers release of oxytocin in the cow, which stimulates motherly behavioUr. If she does not let the calf nurse right away
Brix test may be guide to improve soil health
WEBThe test actually refers to the total amount of soluble solids, that is, sugars along with plant proteins, vitamins, and minerals. A Brix reading lower than 10 tells the farmer that the plant lacks nutrients. The desirable reading is 13, which indicates a robust and nutrient-rich plant.
New lab offers plant sap analysis
WEBA new, independent lab is offering an innovative nutrient test to farmers in Red Deer, Alta. Future Analytics Inc. offers “plant sap” testing, which measures the xylem sap in plant leaves as an indicator of nutrient availability, as well as water, soil and bacteria testing, says owner Melissa Werkema. The lab, which opened in spring 2019
Pros And Cons Of Robotic Milkers
WEBWith the robotic Voluntary Milking System (VMS) cows really do milk themselves. Robotic milkers, as many call them, are being seen on more dairy farms. Neil Boelman of Yoke Farm Ltd. near Westlock, Alberta (north of Edmonton) is one of those to install the system. Boelmans installed two robotic milkers into their existing barn in 2008.
New oat varieties on the horizon
WEBIndependent Breeder. Independent oat breeder, Jim Dyck of Oat Advantage east of Saskatoon, has developed two new varieties — OT6008 and OT6009 — which have been supported for registration and will be marketed by SeCan. They should be commercially available to growers in 2019. “Now more than ever, milling companies …
Downer cattle: When seemingly healthy cows can't get up
WEBTypically, a downer cow surprises the farmer. It is often a perfectly healthy animal with no presenting history suddenly found down and unable to rise. Because cattle, especially mature ones, are such heavy beasts, complications can ensue after being down for even a short time. Pressure sores, stiff muscles from trying to rise, or cattle
The benefits of echinacea
WEBIt seems echinacea also has tissue regenerative properties, which could help with eczema, psoriasis, skin ulcers, acne, wounds and burns. Today, echinacea can be purchased from health and natural food stores and some pharmacies. It is available in capsules, tablets, teas, tinctures, emulsions and creams.
Dealing with contracted or lax leg tendons in calves
WEBTo encourage healing of contracted tendons on their own, keep the calf area well bedded and be ever-vigilant of pressure sores developing on the front of the fetlock from rubbing as the calf walks. If this occurs a protective padded bandage needs to be applied. Every time you see the calf, help place the foot in the natural position and over …
Various treatments for calf diphtheria
WEBDrugs from the potentiated sulphonamides to penicillin and more recently drugs such as the macrolides (Zuprevo and Draxxin) or florphenicol (Resflor) have been tried. If you have a calf with symptoms, make sure to get your vet’s advice as to what drugs have worked the best and for what length of time as they are all prescription drugs.
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