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Fall Considerations Agronomic Resource

In this collaborative document between Alberta Grains, Manitoba Crop Alliance, SaskBarley and Sask Wheat, producers can find tips and helpful information about what decisions may have to be made or issues that need to be addressed in the fall to help set up their farm for success the following year. Many questions producers may be asking themselves this time of year are addressed, followed by corresponding answers. 

Read about nutrient management, weed risks, insect pressure and more in the document

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2.5 Billion Pounds Of Sunflower Are Harvested To Produce Oil This Way | Farming Documentary

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2.5 Billion Pounds Of Sunflower Are Harvested To Produce Oil This Way - Let's Dive In! Join us as we uncover the extraordinary journey behind harvesting a staggering 2.5 billion pounds of sunflowers in the United States, all to produce the golden sunflower oil that graces kitchens worldwide! In this documentary, we take you from vast sunflower fields to cutting-edge oil production facilities, where modern innovation meets agricultural expertise.

What You'll Discover:

•The Sunflower Harvest Process: Dive into the fascinating methods used by farmers to plant, care for, and harvest sunflowers across America's farmlands.

•High-Tech Harvesting Machines: See the impressive machinery in action, from specialized harvesters designed for sunflower seeds to the efficient transport systems that ensure every pound counts.

•From Seed to Oil: Explore the transformation of sunflower seeds into premium cooking oil, including cleaning, pressing, and refining processes in state-of-the-art factories.