Richardson International Pulls Funding

It has being reported that Richardson International has pulled its funding from the Canola Council of Canada.

The company has also cut ties with the Flax Council of Canada, which is closing its Winnipeg office at the end of the month.

Richardson's future involvement with Soy Canada is also reportedly up in the air.

 

Red Deer Locks in the CFR for 10 Years

The new official home of the Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) for the next ten years is Red Deer.

The 45th CFR will be taking place October 30th to November 4th in the ENMAX Centrium at Westerner Park.

The event was previously held at the Northlands Coliseum in Edmonton.

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Grain Bin Safety at Manitoba Ag Days

As a farmer, you never want to find yourself in a position where you're trapped inside a grain bin.

The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association is at Manitoba Ag Days this week with its new grain entrapment demo trailer.

Agricultural Health and Safety Specialist, Bobbi Kiesman, say it's important not to work alone in these situations.

For information on how to bring the safety program to a community near you, visit the Association's website.

 

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