Winter Wheat and Cold Temperatures

Jan 11, 2018

This fall and winter we’ve seen very cold temperatures, warm temperatures, and in some parts of the province, a lack of snow cover. What does this mean for winter wheat, and how does it handle the temperature extremes? To answer those questions we’re speaking with Harry Brook, crop specialist at the Ag-Info Centre, who says January and February is a crucial time period for winter wheat.

Interview with Harry Brook (2:44 minutes) (1.25 Mb)

We’ll have more with Brook on tomorrow’s program. For more information, give the Ag-Info Centre a call at 310-FARM, 310-3276

Source : alberta agriculture

Video: Agriculture Secretary Rollins Speaks at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim

One of the highlights at the 2026 American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim, California, was an address by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. During her remarks, she thanked America’s farmers and ranchers and said the Trump Administration is fully aware that food security is national security.

She also acknowledged the challenging times in Farm Country with low commodity prices and high input costs and said that’s why the President stepped in to help with the recent Bridge Assistance Program.

Montana Farm Bureau Federation Executive Vice President Scott Kulbeck says that Farm Bureau members are appreciative of the help and looks forward to working with the American Farm Bureau Federation and its presence in Washington, DC to keep farmers and ranchers in business.

Secretary Rollins said the Trump Administration is also committed to helping ranchers build back America’s cattle herd while also providing more high-quality U.S. beef at the meat case for consumers.

And she also announced more assistance for specialty crop producers who only received a fraction of the $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA).

It’s important to note that producers who qualify for Farmer Bridge Assistance can expect the Farm Service Agency to start issuing payments in late February. For more information, farmers and ranchers are encouraged to contact their local USDA Service Center.