The Growing Point

Our goal with this newsletter is simple; to provide Alberta farmers and agronomists with timely, relevant and valuable agronomic knowledge sourced from science-based research and projects funded by Alberta Grains. You will also find a few opinion articles addressing management perspectives and other agronomic pointers to help you make informed agronomic decisions.

This monthly newsletter will include written articles, audio interviews and videos. Additionally, impromptu information may be released to address timely agronomic problems in Alberta. We hope the agronomic information from these newsletters brings value to your farm. 

To learn more about The Growing Point and our agronomy program e-mail our Agronomy and Extension Specialist

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February 2025

In this newsletter, we will help you get prepared for the upcoming growing season, starting from variety selection and seed treatment decisions. If you have plans to grow malt barley, take a look at the recommended varieties, agronomic practices and 2024 malt barley quality summary by CGC. We will also explore how recent snowfall may help replenish soil moisture and setting yield target based on available moisture.

Have agronomic questions that you’d like to test on-farm? Apply for our on-farm research program, Plot2Farm, where we help you implement the trial and answer your questions. Lastly, mark your calendar for the Crop Diagnostic Days this summer, hosted at three locations cross the province this summer.

-- Alberta Grains Agronomy Extension Team

Articles

Spring Wheat Production Manual purchase link

The Spring Wheat Production Manual is a comprehensive guide covering all aspects of growing and marketing spring wheat. Written collaboratively by experts across key areas, from variety selection to h…

Barley Sustainability Survey

The Barley Benchmark is an opportunity to share your farming practices and ensure Canadian malting barley continues to lead on the global stage. By taking our short survey, you’ll help build a trust…

Core Breeding Agreements Promotion

The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has committed $11.8 million over the next five years to a core breeding agreement (CBA) with the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CD…

How To Choose Seed Treatment

A common question in spring is whether to treat seed or not. While seed treatment cannot improve seed quality, it can preserve quality. Preserving seed quality can help with plant establishment, espec…

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