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Seasonal Crop Prices

Many factors can affect commodity prices. Neil Blue, provincial crop market analyst with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, says the main price determining factors for most commodities, including crops, are supply and demand. Neil spoke with our own Christine Chomiak about these factors and seasonal crop prices.

Interview with Neil Blue (3:52 minutes) (1.77 Mb)

 
 
Source : Alberta Ag 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.