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Biggar Revitalization Project $2,500 closer to fundraising goal after donation from Rooted in the Prairies Project winner Wylie Seeds

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on October 8^th, 2021

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Dale Wylie nominated the Biggar Revitalization Project because he wanted future generations to experience the town as he’s known it. Funds raised from the campaign will go toward improving infrastructure on Biggar’s Main Street and transforming the Canadian National Railway grounds into a multi-use park, tourism hub and interpretive centre.

Summer Series: From Barley to Beer with AAC Connect

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on October 6^th, 2021

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Happy Canadian Beer Day! If you’ve ever been to one of our summer tours, you would know we’re never shy to put a cold “Connect the Plots” beer in your hand as we show you our latest and greatest products. For the last number…

Rooted in the Prairies Project winner Dan Richards amplifies $2,500 donation with seed to donate toward new La Glace, AB hockey arena

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on October 4^th, 2021

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Hockey players and skaters of all ages in the La Glace, Alberta area will soon lace up their skates in a brand-new hockey arena partly funded by Dan Richards of Scenic Heights Farms after he nominated the La Glace Ag Society through the Rooted in the Prairies Project by CANTERRA SEEDS.

Making Good Quality Corn Silage

Posted by Sara Meidlinger on September 23^rd, 2021

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Corn silaging season has started in the Canadian Prairies. As this is a busy time for farmers and retails, below are a few quick tips to consider when cutting your corn silage crop. Tip #1: Check the moisture Ideal whole plant moisture for corn…

Russell, Manitoba’s Lots a Tots Daycare receives $2,500 donation from Rooted in the Prairies Project winners Keating Seed Farms

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on September 17^th, 2021

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The Russell Lots a Tots Daycare expansion will accommodate up to 48 children to give parents the opportunity to enter the workforce, strengthen the local economy and pursue personal growth.

CANTERRA SEEDS Launches Online “Secure Supply” Service for Bulk Certified Seed

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on September 16^th, 2021

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With tight seed supplies expected across Western Canada, farmers can now place an order request for Certified wheat, barley, oat and yellow pea seed with their nearest CANTERRA SEEDS seed supplier. Requests to “secure supply” can be…

Hospice Society of Camrose receives $2,500 donation from Rooted in the Prairies Project winners Wellspring Seeds Inc.

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on September 8^th, 2021

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Winners of the North Central Alberta Rooted in the Prairies Project, Wellspring Seeds Inc., gave $2,500 to the Hospice Society of Camrose - a cause where Carol Lindholm is one of the 100+ trained volunteers.

2021 Brian Knull Memorial Scholarship Now Open!

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on September 1^st, 2021

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It’s that time of year again – when the weather starts cooling off, kids and young adults go back to school and the Brian Knull Memorial Scholarship starts accepting applications! Every year, CANTERRA SEEDS awards a $1,500 scholarship to one deserving post-secondary student in memory of Brian Knull.

Rooted in the Prairies Project Winner Larry Penner Matches $2,500 Donation

Posted by CANTERRA SEEDS on August 25^th, 2021

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CANTERRA SEEDS seed grower and Rooted in the Prairies Project winner, Larry Penner, nominated the Three Hills Health Care Auxiliary Society. In addition to the $2,500 donation provided by the Penner family on behalf of CANTERRA SEEDS, Larry has matched the donation, for a total of $5,000 going to the Auxiliary Society, which will help the Three Hills Health Care Centre with much-needed equipment.

Grain Fill Stages

Posted by Sara Meidlinger on August 18^th, 2021

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Corn Yield & Performance

Our summer seems to be absolutely flying by and we’re already in mid-August. The corn crop has entered the grain fill (reproductive) phase of growth and has shifted it’s focus to seed production. Over a two-month span the corn plant will…