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MFGA eBulletin - July 2018
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From the Desk of MFGA Executive Director
Summer's here, folks!! And while we all enjoy the splendid July that the weather folks have pitched most of us so far, summer also represents key meeting times for things that are of major interest to MFGA.
First up, is the Federal, Provincial and Territories Agriculture Minister's meetings in Vancouver toward the end of July. MFGA was very pleased to be included in Hon. Ralph Eichler's agriculture group consultation a few weeks back and wish Manitoba's Minister of Agriculture and department leaders the very best success around that important table. For our part at the group consultation, MFGA thanked the Minister for Manitoba Agriculture's awesome support of MFGA, especially our MFGA Aquanty Project model that looks at the role of forages and grasslands in times of flood and drought ahead in the Assiniboine River Basin. Thanks to the fantastic support of AAFC's Agri Risk Initiatives, Manitoba Agriculture and a raft of project supporters, the MFGA Aquanty Project has concluded Phase 1. We hope to parlay our momentum and the valuable results of the model right into Phase 2 as part of the Federal-Provincial Canadian Agriculture Partnership over the next five years.
On a similar forages-and-grasses-are-darn-beneficial-to-all-of-us track, MFGA also had a chance to meet with Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) leaders and some of our provincial counterparts from across the country recently. The work CFGA is doing on the Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Program (AGGP) is very exciting and will provide an excellent baseline for the agricultural sector as we go forward. Study sites for the AGGP will be announced toward the end of 2018. I can confirm Manitoba will most definitely be a key part of this important program. Thanks to Cedric McLeod, CFGA executive director, for lassoing this project, hammering it out and including MFGA in such a great way.
And, as July heats up, we are kicking off the promotion and advertising of our 2018 Regenerative Agriculture Conference this November in Brandon into high gear soon. Speakers are finalized and there is something of interest for all Manitoba producers regardless of production base. Check it out, register now and save yourself some deniros by enjoying our Early Bird Pricing (September 14 deadline)!
That's it for now, muchos grasses all!
Duncan Morrison,
MFGA Executive Director
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MFGA Green Gold Program 2018 Highlights
Manitoba Forage and Grasslands Association (MFGA)'s Green Gold Program proclaimed June 6 as 2018 Hay Day with the best Relative Feed Value (RFV) for a first cut. Our 2018 MFGA Green Gold highlights include:
- A fairly normal start to the sampling season this year (May 25);
- Varying temperatures and moisture during the early part of the sampling period made predicting Hay Day difficult due to slow growth but fairly normal stage advancement;
- The crop averaged 24-26 inches in height by MFGA Hay Day;
- By end of testing on June 11, fields were in the early to late flowering stage;
- Cutting in most areas started the first week of June (4th-10th). Many of these fields were put up as silage with excellent harvest conditions;
- Rains after June 10 caused minimal delays to harvest due to the dry soil conditions throughout the province. Early dry hay harvest has not been difficult.
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The basics of grazing management
In Manitoba, farmers and producers have adopted a number of different grazing systems
with the key component usually being the multiple pastures (paddocks) that we move animals thru. It's remarkable how moving animals from pasture to pasture makes them perform better and keeps the pastures healthy. But the potential for disaster is still there. Forgetting the basics of grazing management or not responding correctly when things don't go as anticipated, will break any grazing system. Understanding the underlying principles of good grazing will help start you in the right direction. Sound decisions determine the success of an adaptive grazing management strategy.
Read these 10 basic practices....
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USDA removes federal requirement for bovine tuberculosis testing for Manitoba cattle exports
WINNIPEG - The removal of a federal United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) requirement that required breeding cattle and bison from Manitoba be tested for bovine tuberculosis pre-export is welcome news to Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP). This requirement was removed as of July 1, 2018.
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Notification of Posting of the Final Management Plan for the Hairy Prairie-clover in Canada
The final Management Plan for the Hairy Prairie-clover in Canada was posted on the Species at Risk Public Registry on June 20, 2018 and is
available here. For questions or comments, contact: 1-855-245-0331 (toll free) or email
[email protected].
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KAP President steps down to throw hat in political ring
Dan Mazier, who has been president of KAP for the last three-and-a-half years, has stepped down to pursue a federal nomination for the Conservative party in the riding of Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette. MFGA worked closely with Dan on some major MFGA files and interests over his term and his support and expertise was always appreciated and will be missed. MFGA wishes Dan the very best in his new endeavour. The KAP board of directors will be meeting on July 31 to discuss the process for filling the role of president.
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Travel this winter on one of these amazing Agricultural Tours!
MFGA has once again partnered with Leader Tours to offer
these three
agricultural-influenced tours and the opportunity to
travel with like-minded people
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Includes EuroTier & Energy Decentral, Farm visit to Agro Borderium company in Hanover, Berlin City Tour, Postdam sightseeing tour, Hamburg morning harbour cruise, Dairy Cooperative in Itzehoe, Private local farm visit, Guided city tour of Hamburg, Traditional farewell dinner.
Experience New Zealand's sublime forests, mountains, lakes, beaches and fiords that have made NZ one of the best destinations on Earth.
In addition to spectacular tourist stops, the trip will include ExpoAgro, the worlds greatest machinery demonstration exhibition.
Features: Sit back and enjoy these trips hassle-free while developing new friendships and the unique sights and experiences provided by the people, producers and agricultural industries of each region. Itineraries and pricing are found on each of the above links.
Call (403) 270-7044 or toll free 1-844-370-7044 for more information.
"Our recent trip to Spain & Portugal was wonderful. We felt there was a good balance of things to do and see, something that should please everyone."
~ Mary Kreutzer, Manitoba trip participant to Spain & Portugal via MFGA partnership with Leader Tours.
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Producer Events & News
Registration is OPEN! Our conference will be featuring some of the most highly sought after speakers on the Ag circuit, a trade show and an amazing banquet! Space is limited, act fast!!!!!
Become a Biological Farmer and embrace Regenerative Principles to make your farm profitable and sustainable. Tickets are $300 and include an all day workshop and morning tour to demonstrate regenerative practices. Contact: Michael Thiele, 204-365-6334 or [email protected].
Axten Farms Ltd. is hosting their first Field Day with Jill Clapperton and Joel Willliams as guest speakers. Learn about soil health and practices that allow farmers to be "Loyal to the Soil". Includes tours and demonstrations. Tickets: $80/person, includes hot lunch. Children (16 & Under): free. Contact: Michael Thiele, 204-365-6334.
This free one-day event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm and is a hands-on, in-field learning event that brings together the best research and agronomy professionals to show how to grow the best crops.
The Harvest Moon Society is offering half-day workshops on Holistic Land Design this summer! Held in Winnipeg & Clearwater - registration closes on July 14th.
Organized by the Natural Systems Agriculture group these walks, each location provides a different focus: Glenlea - July 26, 2:30-4:30pm; Carman - Aug 9, 6-8pm.
Cow & Calf Tour - Aug 1, 2018 North Interlake Feedlot
Machinery & Slaughter Plant Tour - Aug 2, 2018 Central Plains
Manitoba Agriculture has planned this tour to help producers identify opportunities to grow more beef for increased profits. Manitoba is well suited with a very good climate for growing forages, for either pasture or stored feed. This tour will profile some of the concepts that are working for large herds, and will provide information to herdsman who want to expand. Cost: $20, includes lunch and reference materials. Preregister by July 30. Contact: [email protected].
Come out to MBFI and get hands on experience and learn about: ● Different grazing systems being utilized at MBFI in the classroom and pasture ● Tips and tricks to building a planned grazing and rotational management system ● Benefits of planning your grazing rotation. Cost: $50/person or $80/two person farm unit (lunch included). To register: call or text 204-761-3300. Registration closes August 6th.
Theme: Foundation Forage: Built from the Ground Up, held at the Sheraton Cavalier. Mark the date!
Whether you're a researcher, producer, or prairie professional, join your fellow experts in exploring the latest information, research, and trends in the conservation of "Working Landscapes." Registration is open, save $50 with the Early Bird rates! Details on hotel, agenda and registration here or call Kelly Forgala, (204) 257-5205.
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