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Partner blog feature: Weed science research – women taking the lead

The University of Guelph’s Plant Agriculture Department has a world-renowned reputation for research and innovation. With weeds becoming an increasingly common problem across all crops – from herbicide resistance to new invasive species – there is no shortage ofweed challenges to address.

Female researchers in the department are working on some of the most innovative solutions to weed control, from genomics to nanotechnology. Writer Jeanine Moyer profiles their work in an article in Ontario Grain Farmer, the official publication of Bioenterprise Canada industry partner Grain Farmers of Ontario.

Source : Bioenterprises.ca

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FCC Young Farmer Summit Part 1: Navigate farm transition

Video: FCC Young Farmer Summit Part 1: Navigate farm transition

Join us for part 1 of the Young Farmer Summit as we focus on navigating change and transition in farm families and businesses.

Psychologist Cynthia Beck explores mental well-being during times of transition, followed by Dr. Tom Deans, who dives into wealth transfer, transition planning and effective family meetings. The recording includes Q&A sessions with both speakers and is hosted by Olympian and rancher Sage Walker.