Spring forage planting in the Upper Midwest may be complicated by freeze-thaw cycles and forecasts for above‑normal precipitation. Even so, timely decisions and attention to field conditions can help growers establish strong stands.

For cattle producers, feral swine aren’t just another wildlife species to be ignored or even tolerated. These wild pigs cut into profit margins, destroy land and threaten the livelihoods and buying power of landowners and consumers.

Globally, Canadian dairy farmers are at the forefront of sustainable milk production as they continually work to lessen their environmental impact and improve the health of the industry for generations to come.