Stats Can Releases Latest Model-Based Principal Field Crop Estimates

Statistics Canada released its model-based principal field crop estimates on Tuesday.

Overall, the report shows Canadian farm operators are projected to produce more corn for grain in 2021, but less wheat, canola, barley, soybeans and oats than in 2020, according to recent yield models using satellite imagery. Lower production has largely been driven by ongoing drought conditions in Western Canada, which are expected to lead to a decrease in yields.

Foot rot is a common cattle health issue that can lead to lameness, reduced performance, and economic losses. In this edition of Cow-Calf Corner, Oklahoma State University Extension beef cattle breeding specialist Mark Johnson explains how foot rot develops in cattle and shares practical management tips to help prevent it from affecting your herd.