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Carrying charges in the crop markets

First off today, carrying charges in the crop markets. Neil Blue, provincial crop market analyst with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, says some producers have asked about the price spread for crops between different delivery months. He spoke with our own Caitlynn Reesor about what causes that price difference and how producers can take advantage of that spread in prices.

Interview with Neil Blue (2:59 minutes) (1.4 Mb)

Neil Blue is provincial crop market analyst.

Source : Alberta Agriculture and Foresty

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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.