Call for Reasoned Approach to Water Concerns
CANADA - The Economic Development Officer with the Town of Neepawa is calling for a responsible reasoned approach to addressing water quality concerns in Lake Winnipeg, Bruce Cochrane writes.

Urban Public Urged to Be Part of Lake Debate
CANADA - The president of Keystone Agricultural Producers is urging the public to become involved in the debate over the most appropriate action to address water quality issues within the lake Winnipeg...

Coordinated Research Aimed at Water Protection
CANADA - The appointment of Manitoba's first research chair in watershed systems is expected to further the formation of strong coordinated linkages among those involved in protecting the province's water,...

Cooperation to Address Lake Winnipeg Water Quality
CANADA - The Manitoba Conservative Party is calling on the provincial government to work more closely with other jurisdictions to address water quality problems in Lake Winnipeg, writes Bruce Cochrane...

Ability to Manage Crop Nutrients Improves
CANADA - Keystone Agricultural Producers says Manitoba farmers are in a much better position than ever before to manage the use of crop inputs and reduce nutrient loss to the environment, according to...

Issues on Approach to Lake Winnipeg Water Quality
CANADA - The leader of the Manitoba Liberal Party says the province needs to adopt a science based approach to addressing water quality problems in Lake Winnipeg, according to Bruce Cochrane.

Progress in Improving Lake Winnipeg Water Quality
CANADA - Manitoba Water Stewardship says, despite continuing deterioration of water quality in Lake Winnipeg, government efforts to reduce nutrient loading are beginning to have an effect, according to...

Improvement of Lake Winnipeg Water Quality Urged
CANADA - The Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium says each of the 6.6 million inhabitants of the lake Winnipeg water shed have a role to play in improving water quality in the lake, according to Bruce C...

Improving Lake Winnipeg Water Quality
CANADA - A University of Manitoba soil scientist suggests adopting sound nutrient management principles would be more effective than the province's moratorium on hog industry expansion for addressing water...

Water Quality Influences Swine Herd Productivity
CANADA - A swine nutritionist with the University of Manitoba says the quality of water provided to pigs plays a key role in their productivity, according to Bruce Cochrane.

Swine Producers Encouraged to Monitor Water Use
CANADA - An animal science professor with the University of Manitoba is encouraging swine producers to track the use of water and to implement strategies to conserve water, writes Bruce Cochrane.

The Biggest Challenge for Prairie Farmers
CANADA - To improve water quality in Lake Winnipeg Prairie farmers are being urged to balance crop nutrient applications with crop removal and to avoid winter application, writes Bruce Cochrane.

Farm and Ranch Water Infrastructure Program
CANADA - A province-wide Farm and Ranch Water Infrastructure Program, unveiled by the Saskatchewan government is expected to help the province's farmers protect themselves against drought while helping...

Approach to Wastewater Treatment Applauded
CANADA - Officials with La Broquerie, Manitoba based Hytek Limited are applauding the cooperative approach taken by the town of Neepawa and the federal and provincial governments in the development of...

Wastewater Treat Plant Upgrade Moves Forward
CANADA - Officials with La Broquerie, Manitoba base Hytek Limited expect to complete upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant at its Springhill Farms pork processing plant in Neepawa in approximately...

Industry Innovator Honoured at 2009 Banff Pork Seminar
CANADA - A Canadian pork industry innovator was recognized for his efforts to improve water conservation and reduce emissions from hog farms at the 2009 Banff Pork Seminar, held 20-23 January.

Drinker Design Does Effect in Newly Weaned Piglet
CANADA - During the first few days after weaning, pigs often experience body weight loss as they adapt to eating solid food. During this time period, they are also observed to drink excessively and develop...

Tips to Tap This Valuable Resource
CANADA - Water is an essential nutrient in pork production. Research reveals how we can manage this resource for best results and minimal cost. Here the Prairie Swine Centre in Saskathchewan, offers some...

Water Considerations Key For Intenstive Hog Operations
CANADA - Water is an important nutrient. It helps produce new tissue in growth and pregnancy and compensates for losses through respiration, evaporation and elimination of waste.

Reduced Water Use Equals Reduced Costs
CANADA - A High River Alberta pork producer says water consumption in the grower barn can be slashed by an average of about 35 percent by simply switching from standard nipple water drinkers to ball bit...

Drinker Adjustments Cut Water Waste
CANADA - Farm-Scape: Episode 1752. Farm-Scape is a Wonderworks Canada production and is distributed courtesy of Manitoba Pork Council and Sask Pork.