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Manitoba seeding update as of May 30

Almost all seeding across the province is completed

By Diego Flammini
Assistant Editor, North American Content
Farms.com

According to the latest crop report by the Manitoba’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, seeding is approximately 96 per cent completed across the province.

With Mother Nature providing rainfall and warm temperatures, a majority of seeded crops are experiencing rapid germination, emergence and growth.

In the Southwest Region, farmers received up to 30mm of rain within the past week.

Seeding in the region is about 95 per cent complete; remaining acres include silage or greenfed crops and fields that may still be too wet. Early seeded cereals are in the four to five leaf stage and producers will being spraying shortly.

Soybean seeding is at about 80 per cent.

Farmer alone in field

In the Northwest Region, about 95 per cent of the wheat crop is seeded and about 90 per cent of it has emerged or is in the seedling and tillering stage. Ninety per cent of the canola crop is seeded and about 55 per cent has emerged.

Ninety-five per cent of the corn crop is in the ground; soybeans, field peas and flax are all seeded and emerging.

In Manitoba’s Central Region, some areas experienced up to 100mm of rain, resulting in some excessive moisture and standing water in some fields.

Corn planting is complete but some silage corn acres may still be planted. Most soybeans are planted and peas are advancing with many in the six node stage.

The Eastern Region reports 98 per cent seeding completion.

Some spring cereals are in the two to four leaf stage, canola seeding is complete and 75 per cent of the acres are in the first true leaf stage.

Ninety-five per cent of soybean acres in the region is planted and is experiencing some emergence.

In the Interlake Region, producers experienced anywhere between 5 and 38mm of rain over the past week.

Seeding is up to 95 per cent completed, with most cereals emerging and nearing the stage for weed control.


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In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research in the agricultural world. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices. The FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their findings and creating a positive impact on the farming community.

One such avenue that aligns with their mission is AgSmart, an event dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The coming together of the FCDC’s annual Field Day and Ag Smart has proved to be a natural fit, fostering a synergy that benefits both parties and propels the agriculture industry forward. The FCDC Field Day took part in conjunction with AgSmart for the first time this week on Aug. 1-2 in Olds, Alta. FCDC Program Director Kofi Agblor and Olds College VP of Development Todd Ormann sat down for an interview with Marc Zienkiewicz to discuss the significance of the two events taking part together and what the future holds.

The Intersection of Research and Technology The essence of the FCDC lies in its dedication to plant breeding and new seed varieties, particularly barley and triticale. While conducting research is essential, it becomes meaningful when its benefits are shared with the wider community. This is where AgSmart steps in, providing a key venue for the FCDC to showcase their research. This union between research and technology creates a holistic and enriching experience for farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals, the pair said.

Seeds as Technology For the FCDC, the partnership with AgSmart goes beyond mere event collaboration. It is about creating an environment that bridges the gap between seeds and smart technology, Ormann said. The college believes that for technology to truly revolutionize agriculture, it must begin with a strong foundation — high-quality seeds. As the saying goes, “it all starts with a seed.” To demonstrate this critical aspect, the collaboration aims to showcase the seed value chain as an integral part of the smartphone.

The Birth of a Powerful Alliance The idea of joining forces emerged when staff realized the potential synergy between AgSmart and the FCDC Field Day. With just a few days separating the two events, a proposal was put forward to merge them. The marketing and communications teams from both sides worked seamlessly to ensure the essence of both events remained intact, creating a powerful alliance that leverages the strengths of each, Agblor said.

Driving Advancements in Breeding For Agblor, the partnership with AgSmart has tremendous potential to drive advancements in breeding and other technology. With technologies like drones and imaging becoming integral to phenotyping, breeding is no longer confined to vast fields to assess thousands of plants manually. Instead, it benefits from the data-rich insights brought about by smart technologies. These advancements make breeding more efficient, precise, and instrumental in shaping the future of agriculture.

Overcoming Challenges Together While the partnership between Olds College and Ag Smart has been a resounding success, there are challenges on the horizon. Securing stable funding for long-term breeding initiatives is crucial to sustain progress. The college is committed to navigating these challenges and investing in agriculture’s future sustainably, Agblor said.

 

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