Ontario Grain Farmer August 2021

“I really think that it is easy to connect with people living in completely different circumstances because our wants and desires and the things we care about are the same,” she says. “We typically can find a common ground in there somewhere.” Technology is seen as the key to greater sustainability. Gangwish, whose farm depends almost wholly on irrigation from the Ogallala aquafir, noted how telemetry on her farm’s pivots and carefully meted-out water results in the corn crop receiving precisely what it needs. Ohio farmer Patty Mann, an NCGA board member and vice-chair of the organization’s production technology access team, says technology has produced resilient seeds that respond better to tough conditions. She notes how research has provided corn crops that require less crop protection and fertilizer, meaning farms need to make fewer passes in the field. That saves fuel, produces less greenhouse gas, and cuts down on compaction. Linder also notes how cover crop development — which was introduced on his farm in the 1980s — has significantly reduced soil erosion. “Farmers are innovative and love technology,” he says. “We’re committed to using it for sustainability. Social responsibility is real.” l ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER 13 AUGUST 2021 The National Corn Growers Association has its sights set on five key targets it wants corn farmers to reach by 2030. Winter barley trial, May 26, Wabash ON Genes that fit your farm ® is a registered trademark of SeCan. Looking for an early cereal option? Coming soon New winter barley genetics from SeCan are harvested two weeks earlier than winter wheat – providing the option for a second crop. ✔ LCS Calypso ✔ SU Ruzena (available 2022) Genes that fit your farm. 866-797-7874 secan.com ®