Production Resources

We are nearing the end of another season. However, there are still decisions to be made that can help set the farm up for success in the following year. In addition to evaluating decisions made throughout the year, we can… Read More

By now, producers have made most of their cropping decisions for 2023. For those that have chosen to include malting barley in their rotation, this article offers some information and tips to consider for seeding and growing malt barley to… Read More

Canada’s reputation for quality malting and malted barley is our brand. It is based on our worldclass malting barley varieties, safe and efficient production methods, and robust quality assurance systems. Read More

High nitrogen (N) prices are not about to scare corn out of Manitoba. High corn prices and good residual soil N levels should keep corn a profitable component of the rotation in 2022. But let’s consider what N rates are… Read More

Flax grows well on most soils, except those that are poorly drained, and very sandy soils with poor water retention. Avoid following flax on canola stubble, as phosphorus uptake in flax will be reduced. Flax responds well to fertile soils,… Read More

Typically flax is seeded from May 1st to June 20th. It may be seeded the last out of all the crops as the bolls and seeds can stand and ripen in the fall without shelling while other crops such as… Read More

10 Tips to Target Higher Flax Yields in 2015. For More Information Call the MAFRD Crops Knowledge Centre at 204-745-5663 Read More

Ensuring the fertility needs of the crop are met is critical to maximize yield and profit. Fertilizer applications should be made based on a soil test, to prevent improper application causing crop damage and, or yield loss. Read More

Sunflowers grown for oil have black hulls, and have three groupings based on their oil profile: traditional, mid-oleic (NuSun), and high oleic (HO). Sunflowers grow best on loamy, silty loam and clay soils with good drainage, but have a lower… Read More