Genetically-modified potato approval too late for farmers
Inserted genes reduce bruising and black spots on potatoes MORE
P.E.I. potato board says hypertension study needs perspective
Still many benefits to eating potatoes, Greg Donald says MORE
2016 PEI COPC RESEARCH AGENDA
View the entire research plan HERE
Drones ‘revolutionizing’ Manitoba farming with help from Winnipeg company
M3 Aerial Productions says new technology will save farmers time, money MORE
Winnipeg entrepreneur brings farms into the city
A local entrepreneur is bringing farms into the city and calling it a ‘hyper local’ way to get your food. MORE
Water Act Consultations Report Complete
The Environmental Advisory Council has completed their report on the Water Act consultations, says Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. MORE
View the Water Act Public Consultation Report HERE
Livestock
U.S. livestock: Hogs fall on technical selloff
U.S. lean hog futures fell sharply on Wednesday, led by declines in the front-month June contract on technical and fund selling that was linked to an expected slump in the cash hogs market, traders and analysts said. MORE
China Hog Market
This week I have had the pleasure of meeting again with one of the major players in the world’s pork production, here in Genesus HQ, Manitoba. The biggest in China and the second in number of market hogs to only Smithfield. MORE
Canadian Pork Export Performance Boosted by China
Canadian trade with China has shown strong growth in the first quarter of 2016 and, similar to the United States, more than quadrupled to become its second largest market, with a 22 per cent share. MORE
Manage your cattle’s mineral menu
Consistent monitoring, proper salt use and location are all key to ensure minerals and supplements are effective MORE
Trilateral approval given to pain relief drug for sheep
Health Canada, the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) and the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (NZMPI) have simultaneously approved a new use for pain relief in sheep for the veterinary drug Metacam20mg/ml. MORE
Ontario Cattlemen’s Association Market Report – Wednesday, May 18 HERE
Potatoes
Researchers Develop Nutrient-Rich Potatoes
Purple potatoes might not be the first thing that comes to mind when trying to increase vitamin, mineral and antioxidant intake. However, a group of researchers from Colorado State University have recently developed potato varieties that satisfy these nutritional needs and could act as a preventive measure to several diseases. MORE
Volunteer Potatoes Present Risk
Late Blight Risk Forecasting website estimates potential survival of potato volunteers in Michigan MORE
UK: GMO potato approved for field trials
The Sainsbury Laboratory in Norfolk has been given the green light by Defra to conduct a series of GM potato field trials. MORE
Improving South Asia’s potatoes
A new partnership has been formed which aims to develop better potatoes for tropical and subtropical conditions. The International Potato Center (CIP), global seed potato company HZPC and the Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture (SFSA) will combine their resources to breed potato varieties suitable for South Asia markets. MORE
AAFC / InfoHort Potato Reports HERE
USDA – Daily National Potato and Onion Report HERE
Crops
North American Grain/Oilseed Review: Canola up, soybeans down
ICE Futures Canada canola contracts posted solid gains on Wednesday, despite losses in the Chicago soy complex, as speculative buying provided support. MORE
ICE Futures Canada Wednesday: Canola futures prices higher, barley unchanged HERE
AM markets: ag futures ease, defying tide of bullish news HERE
ICE weekly outlook: Canola in need of outside catalyst
Canola contracts on the ICE Futures Canada platform held within a rather narrow range during the week ended Wednesday, but moved higher overall. However, further gains will take an outside catalyst, according to a market analyst. MORE
CBOT weekly outlook: Turbulence expected for soybeans
Chicago Board of Trade soybeans are expected to face volatility in the week ahead, but also have upside potential, while corn should extend its rally, one U.S. analyst says. MORE
U.S. grains: Corn futures extend winning streak
U.S. corn futures firmed to their highest in nearly four weeks on Wednesday, closing in positive territory for the fifth day in a row on short-covering after weakening in overnight trading, traders said. MORE
Fertilizer of the future
Nanotechnology ensures fertilizer is released only when crop needs it. MORE
Grain Farmers of Ontario – Daily Commodity Report HERE
More Futures Prices HERE and HERE
General Interest
U.S. study finds no risks to people, planet in GMOs
It’s time for the task of regulating new crop varieties to focus on plants’ characteristics rather than on how the plants were developed, a team of U.S. scientists recommends in a new report. MORE
Guelph researchers find yield-boosting genetics
An almost entirely accidental discovery by University of Guelph researchers could transform food and biofuel production and increase carbon capture on farmland. MORE
New “FarmHer” TV Show Features the Rock-Star Women of Agriculture
It was a television commercial—the Dodge truck ad “God Made a Farmer,” featuring images of mostly male farmers and ranchers that aired during the Super Bowl in 2013—that led Marjorie Guyler-Alaniz to begin photographing women involved in agriculture and posting the images on her FarmHer website. Now it’s her turn to be on the small screen. MORE
Farming Is The Biggest Source Of Aerosol Pollution—But It Doesn’t Have To Be
A new study checked out sources worldwide, and the verdict is in: the number one creator of aerosols—particulate pollution—is agriculture. MORE
Compare and consider income replacement insurance
During their careers, one in three Canadians will be sidelined for 90 days or more by injury or disease. Are you prepared? MORE
Regular Updates
Rayglen Market Comments – May 18 HERE
CFA in Action – May 17 HERE
Ag HR Matters The latest Ag HR news in Canada – May 20 HERE
StatsCan – Exports of grains by final destination, March 2016 HERE
Ontario Farm Market Summary – Wednesday, May 18 HERE
AgWeather Atlantic HERE
Today’s Local Weather – HERE
Meetings and Events
2 Day Standard First Aid and CPR Courses
(Membership discounted rate of $70)
May Dates: May 24th-25th– Stratford
*First aid and CPR course are also available at your farm for a minimum of 8 participants. Please contact Charlotte at 902-368-7289 for more details.
