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Agricultural debate showcases national parties’ priorities prior to election

Representatives from five national political parties spoke to the most pressing issues facing Canadian agriculture at a debate sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA).

Participants for the debate included Heather Ray with the NDP, Bloc Québécois spokesperson Yves Perron, John Barlow with the Conservative Party, current Agriculture Minister and Liberal Party candidate Kody Blois and Dr. Maria Rodriguez with the Green Party.

The participants had an animated discussion around their vision for the future of Canadian agriculture and how their parties would deal with current issues in the sector and while all five parties were supportive of Canada’s agriculture sector, they differed in their visions of its future and how to help the sector achieve its potential.

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R3 Corn Growth Stage Explained: Why Late-Season Tissue Sampling Matters

Video: R3 Corn Growth Stage Explained: Why Late-Season Tissue Sampling Matters

Corn pollination may be behind us, but the work isn't over.

In this field update from the Nutrien Innovation Farm in Champaign, Illinois, agronomist Tim Sickman discusses why growers should stay engaged with field scouting during the R3 (milk) stage of corn development. While favorable weather, strong pollination, and early grain fill are encouraging signs, important questions about crop nutrition and yield potential still remain.

Tim explains: What the R3 corn growth stage looks like

Why successful pollination isn't the finish line

The importance of late-season field scouting

How tissue sampling can identify nutrient deficiencies

The role of sulfur, zinc, potassium, and other nutrients during grain fill

Using tissue analysis to improve future fertility management plans

As corn moves through grain fill, understanding nutrient availability and plant health can provide valuable insights for maximizing yield potential and planning for next season.