This research note is part of a series detailing results from different facets of the trial. For more information, see: Fodder Trees: 2015 Yield and Nutrient Analysis 2015 Sheep Production Report on Fodder Tree Diet 2015 Sheep Preferences of Fodder Trees RAIN has partnered with the Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency to investigate whether fast-growing, coppiced trees can be a nutritionally …
This research note is part of a series detailing results from different facets of the trial. For more information, see: Fodder Trees: 2015 Yield and Nutrient Analysis 2015 Sheep Production Report on Fodder Tree Diet Economic Analysis and Practical Applications of Fodder Trees RAIN has partnered with the Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency to investigate whether fast-growing, coppiced trees can be …
This research note is part of a series detailing results from different facets of the trial. For more information, see: Fodder Trees: 2015 Yield and Nutrient Analysis 2015 Sheep Preferences of Fodder Trees Economic Analysis and Practical Applications of Fodder Trees RAIN has partnered with the Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency to investigate whether fast-growing, coppiced trees can be a nutritionally …
We are seeking a qualified individual to work with the Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN). The candidate will assist with ongoing field research programs in Algoma District. The research assistant will further assist in technical analysis and reporting of field collected data for development of peer-reviewed manuscripts and plain language summaries. This project will involve coordinating activities with different stakeholders, including …
This research note is part of a series detailing results from different facets of the trial. For more information, see: 2015 Sheep Production Report on Fodder Tree Diet 2015 Sheep Preferences of Fodder Trees Economic Analysis and Practical Applications of Fodder Trees RAIN has partnered with the Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency to investigate whether fast-growing, coppiced trees can be a …
On-Farm Food Safety Workshop Monday April 18, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Johnson Township Community Centre (Desbarats Arena) Guest presenter: Colleen Haskins, Food Safety Programs Unit OMAFRA Come to this in-class session to hear about good agricultural practices to improve on-farm food safety and how you can apply these practices to your operation. For those interested, there will be …
Clean North, the Sault Ste. Marie Public Library and the Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN) will host a special Earth Week film screening of “Polyfaces” at 6:15 p.m. on April 19th at the Centennial Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (Downtown) media room. The documentary will be followed by a Q&A discussion with Martti and Melanie Lemieux of Valleyfield Farm and David …
31 March 2016 at 19:00 Laird Hall, Pumpkin Point Road West, Echo Bay, ON In Attendance: David Thompson (RAIN Project Coordinator), Christine O’Reilly (RAIN Research Technician), Dave Trivers (OMAFRA), Errol Caldwell (RAIN Co-Chair), Nadine Roach (Thessalon First Nation), Gord Hacker (Algoma Cattleman’s Association), Tamara Ashawasega (Thessalon First Nation), Melissa Watson (RAIN Infrastructure Coordinator), Shawn Heard (East Algoma Community Futures …
In the past, sulphur (S) was not typically a limiting nutrient for agricultural production in most of Ontario. Air-borne sulphur emissions created acid rain and snow, which deposited 8 -13 kg/ha of SO4 annually. In addition to reduced air pollution, commercial fertilizers are more refined and deposit less sulphur than older blends. There is growing interest in determining whether the …
Three cold-hardy varieties of soybean were grown in 2015 with a grower co-operator near Thessalon. NorthStar Genetics (Winnipeg, MB) provided seed for NSC Moosomin, NSC Gladstone, and NSC Reston. Soybeans were planted on June 11; Moosomin and Gladstone at a rate of 67 lb/ac and Reston at 87 lb/ac. Harvest was on October 14. The varieties tested were rated for …
