Registration is now open for our Winter Agronomy School. 🎉 Early Bird Special: Register by Nov. 7 for a chance to win a FREE registration! Learn more about the sessions & register here: assiniboine.net/agextension

We are happy to be partnering once again with WCGtv to cover our fall graduation! Wanting to attend grad but cannot make it? Visit assiniboine.net/grad tomorrow (October 30th) at 2 p.m. to join us live or watch the ceremony recording! 🎓 📱

The Russ Edwards School of Agriculture and Environment is pleased to welcome a new Dean. Dr. Nicole Gaudette brings a robust background in post-secondary research, innovation, and policy development. Welcome to Westman, Dr. Gaudette! Read more: assiniboine.net/community/news…

🎉 Congratulations Jaqueline Ramirez. She's won our early registration draw, and will be attending the Winter Agronomy School for FREE! There is still time to register and collect 4 CEU’s for the sessions. Visit bit.ly/3Z6HLh8 to register.

🌨️ 🌱 Don’t wait on the snow to prepare for the sow. Our Winter Agronomy School is a one-day event for ag pros to get the latest insights on crop management, soil health, technology & industry trends (+ earn 4 CEU’s while doing so!). Visit bit.ly/3Z6HLh8 to register.

We’re thrilled to share that The McCain Foundation has generously donated $200,000 to help expand our greenhouse facilities! Earlier this year, they also committed $100,000 to the college’s Prairie Innovation Centre for Sustainable Agriculture. More: bit.ly/3ZafqFt

Check out some great resources on water quality and soil health from ONFARM Ontario and Agriculture & Agrifood Canada. Find more resources by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca

Ready to be inspired? Join us next week for the Assiniboine College Ag Partnership Breakfast featuring Wade Barnes, founder and former CEO of Farmers Edge Inc. 🌾 Wed Jan 22 | During Manitoba Ag Days 7 to 9 a.m. $45 per person. 👉 Register now: Assiniboine.net/AgPartnership #AgDays25

Want to learn more about erosion control relating to tillage and cover crop management practices? Find great resources by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca

Curious about the Digital Agriculture program? Check out this video to learn more. bit.ly/40KSzBp This hybrid upskilling program is designed for mid-career professionals looking to break into the Prairies' rapidly evolving agri-food sector.

As we wrap up Manitoba Ag Days , our Alumni Relations Coordinator Amanda toured around with Agribusiness instructor Danielle Tichit to catch up with ag grads in industry. Everywhere we turned we found people whose time at the college shaped their career! youtu.be/B-3KTfxQ9Cc

Low soil fertility can be a sign of poor Soil Health. There is some great work being done to better understand what BMPs can target this issue. Find more resources by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca

There are many economic challenges that come with Intercropping, but many biological benefits. This week we showcase a few examples specific to intercropping. Find more resources by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca

Cropland soils left exposed over winter can lead to a degradation of soil productivity in certain circumstances. Leaving crop residue can provide some protection against this and is a great alternative for cover crops! Learn more by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca

Learn more about variable rate treatment and soil fertility by visiting our website at soilhealthnetwork.ca!

We are excited to share that Research Manitoba has funded a cutting-edge soybean disease project that brings together collaborators from Brandon University and the Edwards School at Assiniboine. Pictured is Dr. Baljeet Singh, Co-Investigator. Read more : discoverwestman.com/articles/resea…

Companion crops and cover crops might be a great step forwards to reaching some of your soil health goals. Find even more information by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca!

Scouting for pests and disease is an important step in securing crop productivity and longevity. Find more great resources by visiting soilhealthnetwork.ca!

The soil health network in conjunction with its industry partners is launching a soil health survey throughout May to better understand what work farmers are doing for soil health on their farm. It takes 2 minutes. It starts with you. Form: bit.ly/4jSqeki

Last week, our community lost an impactful and respected community member and champion for agriculture. We were proud to have him serve as Honorary Co-Chair of our Prairie Innovation Centre campaign. Thank you for everything, Ron. 💚