Keystone Agricultural Producers

• Manitoba farmers ‘itching’ to start seeding, optimistic despite dry winter

  Jake Ayre, vice president with Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) said right now, there is enough moisture to grow crops, but only time will tell.

  Environment

  Apr 9
  
• Manitoba announces reduced rent on agricultural Crown land

  The measure will bring the reduction rate up to 55 per cent from 33 per cent for the 2024 growing season.

  Canada

  Nov 24, 2023
  
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• Manitoba farmers concerned about effects of St. Lawrence Seaway strike

  The St. Lawrence Seaway strike has led to various industry groups calling for a swift resolution. In Manitoba, farmers are left worrying about the fate of their grain and exports.

  Environment

  Oct 23, 2023
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• Mental health struggles on the rise among farmers, report says, but proactive steps can be taken

  A new report says Canadian farmers have a higher rate of stress, depression and anxiety than the general public — something that comes as no surprise to mental health advocates.

  Health

  Oct 16, 2023
• ‘Mixed bag’ of weather hits Manitoba, farmers expect ‘varied’ harvest: KAP president

  Harvest is right around the corner for Manitoba farmers, but the results of the growing season will be a 'mixed bag,' Keystone Agricultural Producers says.

  Environment

  Aug 9, 2023
• PSAC strike affecting grain inspections, commission says

  The Canadian Grain Commission says its ability to inspect and certify grain for export is significantly affected, with more than 140 grain inspectors off the job.

  Politics

  Apr 20, 2023
• Manitoba signs on to environmentally-conscious crop nutrient framework

  The framework, established by Fertilizer Canada, outlines principles regarding a variety of different climate, soil, cropping and operational conditions.

  Politics

  Oct 13, 2022
• Slow start to harvest for many Manitoba farmers, producers’ org says

  Harvest season is off to a less-than-ideal start for many Manitoba farmers, whose efforts have been thwarted by months of wet conditions.

  Weather

  Aug 29, 2022
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• Manitoba farmers can’t win: Hit hard by flooding after last year’s drought

  Bill Campbell, president of Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP), said Manitoba farmers are struggling, as weather conditions have done a complete 180 from last year's drought.

  Weather

  May 3, 2022
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• ‘It’s pretty dire’: Manitoba farm group urges lower grain elevator fees amid drought

  A Manitoba farm advocacy group is urging grain handlers to consider reducing grain elevator fees with lower crop yields expected across the agriculture sector.

  Economy

  Sep 5, 2021