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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March 2025

Spring is finally in the air. Before we officially head into seeding season, it's time for a refresher on seeding best management practices (BMPs) and fertilizer planning. We'll also look at tips for keeping wild oats down in the spring. Last but not least, results from our on-farm trial, Plot2Farm, are now available for 2024. Make sure to check them out!

Articles

Barley Benchmark Survey

Canadian farmers have long been stewards of the land, prioritizing practices that conserve soil and water. The Barley Benchmark documents these efforts, creating a science-backed foundation for Canadi…

Plot2Farm 2024 Results Available

Alberta Grains implemented its fifth year of on-farm research through the Plot2Farm program during the 2024 growing season. Producers across the province initiated trials investigating fungicide timin…

Monitoring grain temperature and aerating grain

As spring temperatures begin to rise, it is important to keep a close eye on stored grain. Warmer weather can lead to increased moisture migration and spoilage risks. Producers are reminded to regular…

Managing wild oats starts in spring

Wild oats are one of the most important weeds to manage in cereal production. They cause yield reduction as they compete with the crops for moisture and resources. In addition, the presence of wild oa…

Spring fertilizer decisions

Fertilizer is another huge decision at seeding time. The rate, source, timing and application methods all play into yield potential and reducing fertilizer losses.  The following are some of the …

Seeding – info package for seeding tips

Spring is finally in the air. Before we officially head into seeding season, it is time to get a refresher on the seeding-related things, from both seeding BMP and fertilizer planning perspective. We …

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