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Spring is just around the corner and farmers are reviewing their cropping plans and land rental agreements. Rick Dehod, farm financial specialist with Alberta Agriculture, says some farmers are also looking for opportunities to purchase land. And he says there are some key questions to consider before buying that farmland.
 
Interview with Rick Dehod (2:10 minutes) (.99 Mb)
Source : Agriculture and Forestry

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What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring

Video: What I’m Checking Behind the Planter This Spring



This is the first episode of a new behind-the-scenes series on our farm.

Today I’m checking behind the planter looking at planting depth, seed-to-soil contact, and making sure we’re placing seed into moisture, even in a dry spring.

Everything can look good from the cab, but this is where you find out what’s really happening.

We also ran into a prescription issue that slowed us down, which is a good reminder that even when conditions are ideal, the little things still matter.

If you’re planting right now, it’s worth taking a few minutes to check behind your planter.