Nutrients and micronutrients
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THE 4 R’S many of you have heard of the concept of the 4 R’s of nutrient stewardship. The R’s represent the right fertilizer source at the right rate, at the right time and in…
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Research roundup
- FIND OUT WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF RESEARCH Utilizing Bayfield’s genes to boost yields Maggie Robertson OAC Bayfield has proven to be one of Ontario’s most successful soybean cultivars. Now, University of Guelph Professor… -
Machine maintenance
- TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS Farmers need to make the most of all the good weather days they get in the spring; and an untimely breakdown of a tractor, planter or seed drill could affect your… -
Spray nozzle technology
- CHOOSING THE RIGHT ONE FOR THE JOB Spray nozzle technology has come a long way. In the early days you had just two choices, flat fan nozzles or cone nozzles. Today, there is no shortage… -
Supporting agricultural research
FROM THE CEO'S DESK
- THE APRIL 1ST beginning to the next national policy framework, Growing Forward 2, is upon us and in preparation Grain Farmers of Ontario has submitted projects within two major national research cluster applications. The first… -
Field tested: Case IH 7120 Combine
- CASE IH 7120 COMBINE A review by farmers for farmers david fraser jeremy nixon robert parks ottawa, ON north gower, ON kanata, ON… -
Field tested: Case IH 7120 Combine
- CASE IH 7120 COMBINE A review by farmers for farmers david fraser jeremy nixon robert parks ottawa, ON north gower, ON kanata, ON… -
Climate change and food security
- PART 3 – EXPOSURE-4-DEVELOPMENT TOUR climate change is affecting global weather patterns and influencing agricultural practices around the world. In Sub-Saharan Africa, there is a fine line between food and famine, and incremental changes can… -
Future of Grain
- HIGHLIGHTING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN GRAIN PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION AGCO launches Auto-Guide(TM) 3000 AGCO has announced the release of Auto-Guide™ 3000 – their latest integrated assisted-steering solution. Auto-Guide 3000 is a complete satellite-assisted steering technology… -
Waste not, want not
- A UNIQUE AGRICULTURAL PARTNERSHIP managing resources and protecting the environment are key to the development of a new tomato greenhouse in Chatham, Ontario; so naming the new venture, ‘Truly Green’ is a natural choice. “It’s…
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Weed control tips
FALL MANAGEMENT
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Many farmers have witnessed the value of applying herbicides in the fall for the management of winter annual and biennial/perennial weeds (Figure 1). Often, they will see both a reduction in density and a delay…
From the CEO’s desk – June/July 2026
From the CEO's desk
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Agriculture is built on more than the crops we grow. It’s built on the people willing to step forward, to learn, and most importantly, to lead. A strong farm sector needs strong leaders, and that’s…