CYSA Announces 2013 Speech Topics

Feb 04, 2013

Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture 2013 Speech Topics Announced

The Canadian Young Speakers for Agriculture (CYSA) announced its five topics for this year’s public speaking competition. The competition is open to youth ages 11-24 years and they are asked to prepare a five to seven minute speech in one of the official languages. The speech topics are chosen by board members. This year will mark the 28th annual CYSA competition.

CYSA 2013 Speech Topics:

• What does food security mean to Canadians?

• Farmers' three most important technologies are...

• Does the family farm need help?

• In the year 2050, here's what agriculture will look like...

• Reading, writing, and agriculture: should agriculture be in the curriculum?

This year’s competition is scheduled to take place Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013 at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto, Ontario. More information about the competition can be found at: www.cysa-joca.ca

Video: Overview of Massey Ferguson's DM Series Triple Mowers

Lucas Dickerson with Massey Ferguson provides an overview of its DM Series Triple Mower, a high-performance mowing solution designed for efficiency, durability, and versatility in hay and forage operations.

This model features an overall working width of 32 feet, with a 12-foot front mower, allowing operators to cover more acres in less time. Built for productivity, it combines proven cutting technology with operator-focused innovations to ensure consistent, high-quality results in every field.

Key features:
>> RazorEdge Cutter Bar is shared with Massey Ferguson’s pull-type mowers for part commonality—farmers can use the same knives, turtles, and components across multiple machines.
>> Herringbone steel-on-steel conditioning rolls provide an industry-exclusive feature that delivers optimal crop crimping performance across a variety of forages.
>> Available with or without ISOBUS capability to accommodate different tractor configurations and customer needs.
>> Front and rear mower suspension provides a smooth ride and consistent cut, while ISOBUS-equipped units allow on-the-go suspension adjustments for better ground following.
>> Simplified part interchangeability means less downtime and lower ownership costs.

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