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Dodging the tax rooster, plus other farm tips for tax season 2026
Harvest is wrapped in Manitoba, but that means there’s a new season looming on the horizon: tax season. Like any year, well informed and well prepared farmers will be well armed when it’s time to go over your 2026 financials. “Communication is key,” said Darren Bond, farm management specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, in Carman, Man., on Oct. 28.
Testing Prairie fields for soil health
Glacier FarmMedia – When was the last time you gave the soil in your field a check-up? There’s a long list of factors that soil experts and soil health advocates might cite to classify a soil as “healthy.” Megan Westphal, soil health specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, has a couple in particular though that growers can focus on. Westphal pointed to work in the U.S. by the Soil Health Institute.
Farm equipment got a lot bigger in 2026; So did the technology behind it
Advertissement This was the year when ag tech reached new heights; farm equipment got a lot bigger and so did the technology behind it Digital Editor 4 hours ago 11 min read John Deere will now install Starlink satellite receivers at the factory for 2027 combines to help ensure growers stay connected in the field. Photos: Greg Berg A lot has happened in the farm equipment sector since last year’s edition of the Canola Yearbook that could easily have its own book.
Claas’ new Arion, Axion tractors touch down in Canada
The latest updates of Claas’ Arion and Axion tractor lines made their Canadian debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. The new Arion 6 lineup replaces its Arion 600 series with 165- and 205-horsepower ranges. The Axion 800 series is now replaced by the Axion 8 with a 240- to 313-horsepower range. Claas’ flagship Axion 9 tractor series delivers 330 to 450 horsepower.
Claas crosses Atlantic with its latest Arion, Axion tractors
The latest updates of Claas’ Arion and Axion tractor lines made their Canadian debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. The new Arion 6 lineup replaces its Arion 600 series with 165 and 205 horsepower ranges. The Axion 800 series is now replaced by the Axion 8 with a 240 to 313 horsepower range. Claas’ flagship Axion 9 tractor series delivers 330 to 450 horsepower.
Claas brings new Arion, Axion tractors to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
New models range from 165 to 450 horsepower Digital Editor 1 hour ago 5 min read Glacier FarmMedia – The latest updates of Claas Arion and Axion tractors made their Canadian debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. The new Arion 6 lineup replaces its Arion 600 series with 165 and 205 horsepower ranges. The Axion 800 series is now replaced by the Axion 8 with a 240 to 313 horsepower range. Claas’ flagship Axion 9 tractor series delivers 330 to 450 horsepower.
Ursa Ag’s low-tech tractor design sees demand with buyers
Advertissement There’s no limp mode to slow you down in these basic, Alberta-built tractors Digital Editor 2 hours ago 3 min read Call it a case of what the customer wants, the customer gets. This was essentially the conversation that made for a lightbulb moment when Doug Wilson, owner of Ursa Ag, was talking with a parts customer whose son needed an affordable tractor.
Testing for soil health in Manitoba fields
When was the last time you gave the soil in your field a check-up? There’s a long list of factors that soil experts and soil health advocates might cite to classify a soil as “healthy.” Megan Westphal, soil health specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, has a couple in particular though that growers can focus on. WHY IT MATTERS Good soil health practices help keep soil in place and protect it against loss to environmental conditions. Westphal pointed to work in the U.S. by the Soil Health Institute.
Elmer’s Manufacturing launches new Super 7 harrows at Ag in Motion
What do a famous statue of Genghis Khan on horseback and Elmer’s Manufacturing’s latest Super 7 harrow have in common? Both make a big statement at 130 feet in length — well, height at least in the case of the past Mongolian ruler’s statue. Ben Johnson, sales manager with Elmer’s Manufacturing, said its new Super 7 harrows, available in new 100- and 130-foot working widths, represent the next generation in harrow equipment.
AGI’s new LCX4 grain conveyor handles 9,000 bushels per hour
Glacier FarmMedia – If you attended Ag in Motion this summer, at least two companies were vying for your attention when it came to their latest grain conveyors. Elmer’s Manufacturing had its new Crop Commander conveyor on the show grounds, but it was AGI’s LCX4 swing conveyor at 108-feet in length that strained eyeballs skyward. WHY IT MATTERS: Using a lower horsepower tractor to operate the new LCX4 frees up larger equipment for other tasks and is more efficient.
Duck Foot’s new paddle tine made for Agco’s harvest headers
There’s a new Duck Foot in town in the company’s current lineup for major header manufacturer brands. At Ag in Motion this summer, Duck Foot Parts released its new DF5 paddle tine designed for Agco and Massey Ferguson 9255 and 9300 DynaFlex headers. “The DF5 is going to be used probably more in Brazil and some of our other countries that we deal with,” said Kris Kristjanson, sales manager with Duck Foot.
AGI’s new LCX4 grain conveyor handles 9,000 bushels per hour
If you attended Ag in Motion this summer, at least two companies were vying for your attention when it came to their latest grain conveyors. Elmer’s Manufacturing had its new Crop Commander conveyor on the show grounds, but it was AGI’s LCX4 swing conveyor at 108-feet in length that strained eyeballs skyward. You can find all our Ag in Motion coverage here. Using a lower horsepower tractor to operate the new LCX4 frees up larger equipment for other tasks and is more efficient.
Video: Claas brings new Arion, Axion tractors to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
The latest updates of Claas Arion and Axion tractors made their Canadian debut at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. The new Arion 6 lineup replaces its Arion 600 series with 165 and 205 horsepower ranges. The Axion 800 series is now replaced by the Axion 8 with a 240 to 313 horsepower range. Claas’ flagship Axion 9 tractor series delivers 330 to 450 horsepower.
Duck Foot releases new paddle tine for Agco, Massey Ferguson headers
There’s a new Duck Foot in town in the company’s current lineup for major header manufacturer brands. At Ag in Motion this summer, Duck Foot Parts released its new DF5 paddle tine designed for Agco and Massey Ferguson 9255 and 9300 DynaFlex headers. “The DF5 is going to be used probably more in Brazil and some of our other countries that we deal with,” said Kris Kristjanson, sales manager with Duck Foot.
Precision tech built into new Case IH WD6 windrower series; 160 combines
Case IH’s new WD6 series line of windrowers comes in four models ranging in size from 150 to 185 horsepower. Photo: Case IH Case IH has announced the release of a first-of-its-kind yield mapping technology for its new WD6 windrower series. Called Relative Yield Technology, the feature allows hay producers to view a map of yield variations in real time at harvest.
How underground pipelines may be eating into your crop’s profitability
SASKATOON, Sask. — When it comes to Canada’s energy sector, nearly one million kilometres of pipelines cross over — or under – agricultural land on the Prairies. It’s an intricate network of pipes of various sizes transporting valuable commodities to market essential to everyday life. However, they do present a unique set of challenges, such as soil disturbance and contamination where land reclamation and remediation tactics on agricultural areas are sometimes needed.
Green Aero Technology, Ceres Air form partnership in exclusive drone deal
British Columbia-based Green Aero Technology is partnering with U.S.-based Ceres Air through an exclusive distribution licence to enhance drone options for Canadian customers. Ceres Air technology includes agricultural spraying and fertilizer spreading using high-flow applications and LiDAR and radar-based obstacle detection for greater control and precision in field operations. More drone options in the marketplace helps farmers choose equipment best suited to their needs.
Duck Foot releases new paddle tine for Agco, Massey Ferguson headers
There’s a new Duck Foot in town in the company’s current lineup for major header manufacturer brands. At Ag in Motion this summer, Duck Foot Parts released its new DF5 paddle tine designed for Agco and Massey Ferguson 9255 and 9300 DynaFlex headers. You can follow all our Ag in Motion coverage here. “The DF5 is going to be used probably more in Brazil and some of our other countries that we deal with,” said Kris Kristjanson, sales manager with Duck Foot.
Grain trucks lose interest with farmers in the age of the Super-B
SASKATOON, Sask. — Hauling grain in a grain truck to a bin back at the yard ain’t what it used to be. For one thing, having to thread the needle to find the right gear on a manual transmission has been replaced in many cases by automated manual transmissions. It’s been a key feature in Mack Trucks’ line of grain trucks. “We have the mDRIVE transmission,” Jason O’Handley, sales representative for Redhead Equipment specializing in Mack Trucks, said at Ag in Motion in July.
Video: Amazone picks up Gold Innovation Award at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Amazone brought its new series of fertilizer spreader to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on Sept. 15, and picked up a Gold Innovation Award at the show in the process. The ZA-TS 5001 is a new series in Amazone’s spreader line that has added technology features that essentially make it autonomous in delivering product in the field.
How underground pipelines may be eating into your crop’s profitability
Glacier FarmMedia – When it comes to Canada’s energy sector, nearly one million kilometres of pipelines cross over — or under – agricultural land on the Prairies. It’s an intricate network of pipes of various sizes transporting valuable commodities to market essential to everyday life. However, they do present a unique set of challenges, such as soil disturbance and contamination where land reclamation and remediation tactics on agricultural areas are sometimes needed.
How underground pipelines may be eating into your crop’s profitability
When it comes to Canada’s energy sector, nearly one million kilometres of pipelines cross over — or under – agricultural land on the Prairies. It’s an intricate network of pipes of various sizes transporting valuable commodities to market essential to everyday life. However, they do present a unique set of challenges, such as soil disturbance and contamination where land reclamation and remediation tactics on agricultural areas are sometimes needed.
Grain trucks lose interest with farmers in the age of the Super-B
Hauling grain in a grain truck to a bin back at the yard ain’t what it used to be. For one thing, having to thread the needle to find the right gear on a manual transmission has been replaced in many cases by automated manual transmissions. For larger farms, grain trucks are not as efficient to move grain as a semi truck and trailer setup. It’s been a key feature in Mack Trucks’ line of grain trucks.
New Case IH WD6 series windrower comes with yield mapping, 160 series combine gets tech upgrades
Glacier FarmMedia – Case IH has announced the release of a first-of-its-kind yield mapping technology for its new WD6 windrower series. Called Relative Yield Technology, the feature allows hay producers to view a map of yield variations in real time at harvest. “We’ve taken something that in the past has been kind of invisible or a little bit harder to to make tangible, and made it visible for our producers,” said Ryan Kau, Case IH segment lead for hay and forage.
New Holland rolls out MY2027 Roll-Belt 1 Series round balers at Farm Progress Show
Updates include larger rollers and bearings and a new net protection system for 5×6 models, which improves baling in tough conditions such as heavy cornstalk residue. “These Roll-Belt round baler updates are designed to make every day baling easier, more consistent and more productive.
Boss Agriculture brings bridge-frame design seed drill to Ag in Motion
If the Ag in Motion farm show had an award for furthest-travelled exhibitor, Boss Agriculture might have won it this year. The farm equipment manufacturer travelled from Australia and brought two 60-foot disc drills to feature at the 2026 show. The company designs its seed drill on a bridge frame, a foundation that Michael Grills, director of Boss Agriculture, says is highly durable and has been ground proven in Australia for many years.
New yield mapping built into Case IH WD6 windrowers; 160 combines get tech upgrades
Case IH has announced the release of a first-of-its-kind yield mapping technology for its new WD6 windrower series. Called Relative Yield Technology, the feature allows hay producers to view a map of yield variations in real time at harvest. “We’ve taken something that in the past has been kind of invisible or a little bit harder to to make tangible, and made it visible for our producers,” said Ryan Kau, Case IH segment lead for hay and forage.
New Case windrower comes with yield mapping, 160 series combine gets tech upgrades
Case IH has announced the release of a first-of-its-kind yield mapping technology for its new WD6 windrower series. Called Relative Yield Technology, the feature allows hay producers to view a map of yield variations in real time at harvest. “We’ve taken something that in the past has been kind of invisible or a little bit harder to to make tangible, and made it visible for our producers,” said Ryan Kau, Case IH segment lead for hay and forage.
New Holland rolls out MY2027 Roll-Belt 1 Series round balers at Farm Progress Show
New Holland used the backdrop of the recent Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, to introduce its upgraded Roll-Belt 1 Series round balers for the 2027 model year. Updates include larger rollers and bearings and a new net protection system for 5×6 models, which improves baling in tough conditions such as heavy cornstalk residue. “These Roll-Belt round baler updates are designed to make every day baling easier, more consistent and more productive.
Boss Agriculture treks up from Down Under with bridge-frame design seed drill
Michael Grills, director for Boss Agriculture, stands with the 60-foot bridge-frame design seed drill at Ag in Motion. Photo: Greg Berg If an award existed for furthest travelled exhibitor to Ag in Motion, Boss Agriculture might have won it for 2026. The equipment manufacturer travelled all the way from Australia and brought two 60-foot disc drills to feature at the show.
New Holland launches new Workmaster compact utility tractors Original
New Holland’s Workmaster compact tractor lineup is growing by three for 2027. The new Workmaster tractors – 45C (47 horsepower), 50C (52 h.p.) and 55C (57 h.p.) – complement the existing lineup of compact tractor models. It was only earlier this year that the company announced an updated lineup with the introduction of the 35C and 40C. These new Workmasters are designed for compact tractor operators looking for a little more power and lift capacity.
Boss Agriculture brings bridge-frame design seed drill to Ag in Motion
If an award existed for furthest travelled exhibitor to Ag in Motion, Boss Agriculture might have won it for 2026. The equipment manufacturer travelled all the way from Australia and brought two 60-foot disc drills to feature at the show. You can follow all our Ag in Motion coverage here. The company designs its seed drill on a bridge frame, a foundation that Michael Grills, director of Boss Agriculture, says is highly durable and has been ground proven in Australia for many years.
Nexat’s side mounted cab, electric drive turns heads at Ag in Motion
Glacier FarmMedia – Visitors to this summer’s Ag in Motion may have seen an unusual piece of equipment on the south side of the show grounds: the Nexat. It is a carrier vehicle designed to handle major farm tasks such as seeding and harvest. WHY IT MATTERS: Vehicles such as the Nexat could help farmers reduce operating costs with less equipment, maintenance and fuel savings.
Nexat’s side mounted cab, electric drive turn heads at Ag in Motion
Dual 550 horsepower engines power combine ops while electric drive motors propel carrier vehicle in the field Digital Editor 16 minutes ago 4 min read Visitors to this summer’s Ag in Motion may have seen an unusual piece of equipment on the south side of the show grounds: the Nexat. It is a carrier vehicle designed to handle major farm tasks such as seeding and harvest. You can follow all our Ag in Motion coverage here.
VIDEO: Morris debuts latest entrant in the 100-foot seed drill market Original
The show grounds at Ag in Motion felt a little smaller this year due to a new entrant in the air drill market. Announced earlier this spring, Morris had its first public showing of its 100-foot Quantum air drill at this year’s farm show near Langham, Sask. You can follow all our coverage of Ag in Motion here. Up to this point, only Bourgault has hit the 100-foot mark with its 3545 Paralink Hoe Drill.
The finger sections of the K-Hart Raptor stripper header at Ag in Motion. Photo: Greg Berg At Ag in Motion in 2023, K-Hart Industries’ Raptor stripper header saw some interest with farmers wanting to retain moisture on their fields in the form of snow. Three years later, with some field testing and farmer feedback under their belts, the Manitoba-based company returned to Ag in Motion in 2026 with a newly redesigned Raptor.
VIDEO: Stripper headers see design improvements for farmers in the field
At Ag in Motion in 2023, K-Hart Industries’ Raptor stripper header saw some interest with farmers wanting to retain moisture on their fields in the form of snow. Three years later, with some field testing and farmer feedback under their belts, the Manitoba-based company returned to Ag in Motion in 2026 with a newly redesigned Raptor. You can follow all our coverage of Ag in Motion here. Stripper headers can save fuel due to less power needed by the combine to process straw.
VIDEO: Horsch wins Gold Innovation Award with 160-foot fertilizer spreader at Ag in Motion
Horsch celebrated a pair of firsts at Ag in Motion in July. The equipment manufacturer debuted its Leeb Xeric 14 FS fertilizer spreader into North America at the farm show. You can follow all our Ag in Motion coverage here. For its efforts, the company also picked up a Gold Innovation Award at the show. One thing for sure, at 160 feet wide, this new spreader makes a big statement. Large coverage area and 12-section control means operators can quickly dial-in fertilizer placement as needed.
VIDEO: Dry times lead to adaptation for young cattle farmer Original
Zack Koscielny remembers the last time the pastures for the family cattle operation had adequate rain. It was when he returned to the farm full time in 2018. This prompted Koscielny, who raises cattle at Green Beach Farm and Food with his family near Strathclair, Man., to take steps to ensure his land retains as much moisture as possible to help get through tough, dry spells.
John Deere releases new C1450T air cart, the largest in its C-series
Farm shows often come with a few surprises. Such was the case when I strolled up to the John Deere booth at Ag in Motion 2026 to speak with a Deere rep about what I thought to be its latest and largest air cart at the show, the C1100T. You can follow all our Ag in Motion coverage here. I soon learned that Deere had eclipsed that air cart earlier that morning with a new green giant at the show: the C1450T. The stainless steel hopper and wider conveyance tube on John Deere’s new C1450T air cart.
John Deere releases new C1450T air cart, the largest in its C-series
Glacier FarmMedia – Farm shows often come with a few surprises. Such was the case when I strolled up to the John Deere booth at Ag in Motion 2026 to speak with a Deere rep about what I thought to be its latest and largest air cart at the show, the C1100T. I soon learned that Deere had eclipsed that air cart earlier that morning with a new green giant at the show: the C1450T. WHY IT MATTERS: A larger air cart means less stops for tendering and can keep farmers more productive during seeding.
John Deere unveils new C1450T air cart at Ag in Motion
John Deere surprised attendees on the opening day of Ag in Motion by revealing a brand new air cart in its C series, the C1450T. The new higher capacity 1,460 bu. air cart has five separate tanks and carries over popular features from its C1100 series air cart, such as EZLift and EZCal and some new features. “Those features include a new, 16-inch belted conveyor system and a stainless steel hopper,” said Ben Zelle, product manager for planting and air seeding equipment.
Morris introduces new dual shank row unit for 100-foot drill
Morris’ new Quantum 100 air drill that’s fitted with the brand’s new dual shank row units on the show grounds at Ag in Motion. Photo: Greg Berg Morris revealed its new Quantum 100 air drill to attendees on the first day of Ag in Motion in Langham, Sask., but that’s not all. Morris also had on display its newly redesigned dual shank row unit that will be fitted to the new 100-foot air drill.
VIDEO: Nexat wins Gold Innovation Award at Ag in Motion 2026
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Nexat wins Gold Innovation Award at Ag in Motion 2026
Nexat took home top prize as one of four Gold Innovation Award winners on the eve of Ag in Motion 2026. Designed and manufactured in Germany, this was the modular carrier vehicle’s first trip to Ag in Motion. The 1,100-horsepower vehicle is designed to accept implements such as combine headers and seeding units from manufacturers such as K-Hart, MacDon and Vaderstad. In a news release, show director Rob O’Connor said that Ag in Motion is built around sharing ideas and bringing industry together.
Keep volunteer canola out of your new canola crop: VIDEO
As canola advances in maturity, volunteer plants are difficult to get rid of due to their herbicide-resistant traits. Photo: Greg Berg Volunteers are generally looked upon with admiration and support. Unless it’s volunteer canola in your current canola crop. At Crop Diagnostic School on June 2, Lindsey Brooks, agronomy specialist with Manitoba Canola Growers, shared that there isn’t much that can be done with canola volunteers at this point in the season.
This Brokenhead farmer built the floater spreader scale he couldn’t buy: VIDEO
If you run a floater spreader with a boom, you may have noticed a piece of hardware not included on your machine from the manufacturer: a scale. Andrew Dueck of Circle A Ag, in the Rural Municipality of Brokenhead in eastern Manitoba, who’s been spreading dry fertilizer since about 2014, thought that was an odd feature to exclude.
Floater scale system takes guesswork out of fertilizer applications
If you run a floater spreader with a boom, you may have noticed a piece of hardware not included on your machine from the manufacturer: a scale. Andrew Dueck of Circle A Ag, in the Rural Municipality of Brokenhead in eastern Manitoba, who’s been spreading dry fertilizer since about 2014, thought that was an odd feature to exclude. WHY IT MATTERS: As farmers look for more efficiency in their fertilizer use, it makes sense that precision applications start from carrying a precise amount on board.
Agribot productivity models use AI to enhance plant performance
SASKATOON — Agricultural productivity can be measured in a number of different ways: how well your land yields, the amount of work it takes to get a crop in the bin and ultimately the cost it takes to do it. These sorts of things are often only truly verified once the season wraps up and the crop is in the bin, but what if you had indicators throughout the season that could give you an edge? A company called Agribot in the Agtech Accelerator Cultivator program aims to do just that.
No crop insurance leaves asparagus farm out in the cold after frost loss: VIDEO
For an asparagus grower, the start of the season is also harvest time for the early-growing vegetable. In Manitoba, where winter is occasionally slow to let go and quick to make a surprise return, it also brings a certain amount of risk, especially since crop insurance options available for other crops aren’t open for asparagus.
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