Seed of the Year West Winner

AC Navigator durum wheat was recently selected as the 2017-18 Seed of the Year West Winner.

It was developed by Dr. John Clarke and his team, what is now Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Swift Current Research & Development Centre.

Navigator Durum has been an option for Western Canadian Farmers since it received registration in 1998.

 

Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame

The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame is looking for individuals who have made contributions to the industry.

They have been recognizing people in Alberta agriculture since 1951, and this year are looking to induct three people.

Alberta's Agriculture and Forestry Minister, Oneil Carlier, says agriculture is at the heart of who we are as Albertans.

"That’s why the Hall of Fame is so important in recognizing those whose vision and hard work have helped advance our sector. We are paying tribute to the ongoing legacy of agricultural innovation in our province. I encourage all Albertans to nominate women and men who have worked to improve agricultural practices, support growth in the industry and educate the next generation of farmers and ranchers.”

For more information on how to nominate someone, you can visit Alberta Agriculture and Forestry's website.

 

Pulse Canada Seeking Amendments to Bill C-49

Farmers are dealing with another grain backlog, with railway performance the worst it has been since 2013-14.

Pulse Canada is calling for an amendment to Bill C-49 to grant the Canadian Transportation Agency own-motion power.

This would allow the Agency to investigate service issues without having to first receive a complaint from a shipper.

Chief Operating Officer for Pulse Canada, Greg Cherewyk, says the amendment could help prevent a similar situation in the future.

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