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SUMMARY:MCA Speaker Session at Manitoba Ag Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Manitoba Ag Days\, running Jan. 20-22\, 2026\, at the Keystone Centre in Brandon\, MB. Our sponsored speaker session at the show is on Wednesday\, Jan. 21 at 9:30 a.m. in the FCC Theatre. \nProgram\n9:30 a.m. – Global Malting Barley & Malt Markets\nPeter Watts\, Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre (CMBTC) \nCanada stands among the world’s top producers and suppliers of malting barley and malt\, fuelling breweries and markets worldwide. Join Peter for an inside look at global malting barley and malt trends\, market dynamics and what’s shaping the future of this vital industry. \n10 a.m. – Connecting Canadian Grains to Global Markets\nLeif Carlson\, Cereals Canada \nJoin Leif as he shares an overview of Canada’s international cereals markets and explains how Cereals Canada approaches its work to protect market access and build demand for our products around the globe. \n10:30 a.m. – Wanted Dead not Alive – Agronomy Issues of 2025\nAnastasia Kubinec\, Paterson Grain \nFrom snow melt to fall freeze\, 2025 was a challenging year to keep crops alive and pests managed in many fields. However\, even though 2025 may have not been straight forward for crop management\, it did provide new learning opportunities to plan for 2026. \n11 a.m. – Geopolitics: What Lies Ahead?\nJacob Shapiro\, Perch Perspectives LLC \nThis past year was tough for many farmers—higher input costs\, shaky U.S. trade policies and low crop prices all hit at once. While it might feel like just another cycle\, big changes are happening in agriculture. Global trade is shifting\, and food is becoming a key part of national security for many countries. These changes bring challenges\, but also new opportunities. Join Jacob as he breaks down what these global trends mean for Manitoba farmers and how to stay ahead. \nThe full show schedule is available here. For more information about the show or to purchase tickets\, visit agdays.com.
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/mb-ag-days-speaker-session-2026
LOCATION:Keystone Centre\, 1175 18th St Unit 1\, Brandon\, Manitoba\, R7A 7C5
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,MCA Events
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SUMMARY:Soil Fertility Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us Jan. 26-27 at the University of Manitoba Ian N. Morrison Research Farm in Carman\, MB\, for a two-day\, farmer-focused workshop to learn all about soil fertility from Manitoba experts! \nTickets are $75 per person. Farmers who are members of Manitoba Crop Alliance\, Manitoba Canola Growers and/or Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers will receive a rebate of $25 for each association they are a member of. If you are a member of all three\, this event will be complimentary! \nAgenda\nDay 1:  \n\nConcepts of Soil Fertility and Productivity\nSoil Reaction\, Liming and Salinity\nNitrogen\nPhosphorus\n\nDay 2:  \n\nPotassium\nSecondary Nutrients\nMicronutrients\nFertilizing for Profit (Economical Rates)\nSoil and Tissue Test Interpretation\nCase Studies from Commission Agronomists\n\nREGISTER TODAY\nNOTE: This event is intended for farmers. If you are an agronomist hoping to attend\, please email Ashley Ammeter at ashley@mbcropalliance.ca to be added to a waitlist. If there is space remaining closer to the event dates\, you will be contacted. For agronomists or other industry members\, there is a Soil Fertility Refresher course being held in Brandon\, MB\, on Jan. 13-14. More information is available here.
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/soil-fertility-workshop/
LOCATION:University of Manitoba Ian N. Morrison Research Farm\, Carman\, MB MB R0G 0J0\, Carman\, Manitoba\, MB R0G 0J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MCA Events
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SUMMARY:Beyond Basic Coverage: Unlocking the Value of Crop Coverage Plus
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an in-depth look at Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation’s (MASC) Crop Coverage Plus (CCP)\, including how it works and why it’s different from other MASC products. We will explore what crop combinations provide the biggest benefit and how CCP can save you money while increasing the stability of your operation in an increasingly unpredictable industry.  \nSpeaker Bios \nDavid Van Deynze\nDavid began his career at MASC in 2000 as the Agronomist\, Claims Services. In 2008\, he took the role of Manager\, Claim Services and was appointed as Vice President\, Insurance Operations in 2016. David is currently the Chief Product Officer where he leads a team that is responsible for the development of new products and services to meet the changing needs of the agriculture industry. The division also supports MASC products through claim services\, market research\, data discovery and sharing\, policy development\, and ensuring program features are compliant with legislation and agreements. David grew up on the family farm in southern Manitoba and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture.  \nScott Clayton\nScott Clayton joined the MASC team after completing a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness in 2007. Beginning his career as an Insurance Agent\, Scott spent over a decade working directly with producers to support their risk management needs. In 2021\, he transitioned into the role of Client Services Manager\, where he now oversees the operations of six MASC Service Centres across Manitoba. Scott plays an active role in several modernization initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency. \nREGISTER TODAY
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/beyond-basic-coverage-roots-to-results-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Manitoba
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SUMMARY:CropConnect Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 CropConnect Conference! \nCropConnect will run for two days\, offering a wide range of speakers\, access to crop-specific information\, hands-on workshops and a banquet. The conference will also include the MCA Annual General Meeting on Feb. 11. \nMCA\, along with Manitoba Canola Growers Association\, Manitoba Pulse & Soybean Growers\, Manitoba Oat Growers Association\, Manitoba Seed Growers’ Association and Manitoba Forage Seed Association\, make up the host committee for the CropConnect Conference. \nFor more information and registration details\, visit cropconnectconference.ca.
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/crop-connect-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre\, 1808 Wellington Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3H 0G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,MCA Events
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SUMMARY:MCA Annual General Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre on Feb. 11\, 2026\, for our Annual General Meeting (AGM). \nLunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. and the meeting will begin at 12:15 p.m. No registration is required to attend. \nThe 2026 AGM package is available here.
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/mca-agm-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre\, 1808 Wellington Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3H 0G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MCA Events
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SUMMARY:Smart Financing for Manitoba Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the 2026 Spring Cash Advance Program with Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA) can boost your farm’s cash flow and provide marketing flexibility throughout the year. Learn how to access interest-free or low-interest financing\, navigate the simple application process and see why an MCA cash advance is an invaluable tool for Manitoba farmers. Join us to find out if this program is the right fit for your farm! \nSpeaker Bio \nDarcelle Graham is MCA’s chief operating officer and oversees MCA’s cash advance program. Previously\, she was executive director at the National Sunflower Association of Canada from 2007 until MCA’s formation in 2020. Born and raised in the agriculture industry\, Darcelle grew up on a mixed family farm and is a proud University of Manitoba agriculture graduate. Darcelle\, her husband and their two children operate a family farm near Roland\, MB. \nREGISTER TODAY
URL:https://mbcropalliance.ca/event-listing/smart-financing-for-manitoba-farmers-roots-to-results-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Manitoba
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