News - Agriculture

The Manitoba government is extending the rent freeze for Agricultural Crown Lands (ACL) forage leases into the 2026 growing season, continuing its commitment to making life more affordable for producers.

Manitoba Agriculture reports rain and strong winds in the eastern and Interlake regions as well as in parts of the northwest and central regions on Monday and snow in parts of the Northwest slowed the harvest.

A partner with Polar Pork says open two-way agricultural trade across the Canada U.S. border has worked well for both countries and needs to be maintained.

The Manitoba government’s efforts to protect Lake Winnipeg will be supported by the International Joint Commission (IJC) recent decision to review two dairy projects in North Dakota.

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork is calling on Canada’s federal and provincial agriculture ministers to prioritize outreach to their U.S. counterparts to highlight the benefits of trade.

Manitoba Agriculture reports warmer temperatures and minimal rainfall allowed farmers to make significant harvest progress over the past week.

The Manitoba government has announced that it is strengthening support for farmers and rural communities with two new Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) offices in Virden and Shoal Lake.

The Manitoba government is inviting people across the province to recognize the many contributions of agriculture and take part in Farm and Food Awareness Week, September 14 to 20.

Manitoba Agriculture reports that harvest throughout the province has advanced over the last week with some areas reporting frost.

The General Manager of Manitoba Pork says protecting the province’s swine herd from disease is key to maintaining the economic viability of pork production.