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Top Crop Manager is the magazine of crop production and technology, a specialty agricultural trade publication. In the most general terms, our annual issues address agronomic and industry-related topics with an eye on what is to come in the next one to three years. Specifically, we offer insights and in-depth information on plant breeding, research and development, fertility and nutrients, the seed and chemical industries, farm equipment, trends and technologies, markets and business management issues. And there are a wide variety of value-added resources, including our annual Weed Control Guide and regular Machinery Manager features. Our publication is also a trusted resource among government extension personnel, university researchers, certified crop advisors and industry stakeholders. Source

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News Canola Cereals Corn Grain Seeding/Planting Soybeans Canada’s canola acreage hits historic record in 2026

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Statistics Canada’s June 2026 field crop survey reveals a significant change in Canadian acreage, led by a historic surge in canola planting and a notable pull-back in wheat and pulses. Despite a slow start to the season in parts of the Prairies, Canadian farmers successfully completed seeding for several major crops, with acreage for canola, barley, corn, and soybeans all trending upward.
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News Environment Quick Hits Seed & Chemical Health Canada’s new drone policy aligns Canada with other countries

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By Kaitlin Berger
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On June 30, 2026, Health Canada officially introduced a new policy allowing drones to apply pesticides already approved for aerial application. This comes after deliberation with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and industry stakeholders, and aligns with the practice in other countries such as Australia and Japan.
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News Environment Quick Hits Precipitation higher than normal in multiple regions in Manitoba

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By Kaitlin Berger
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Some regions across Manitoba saw higher-than-normal levels of precipitation in May and June. Normal levels of accumulated precipitation between May 1 to June 28 range from 114 mm to 182 mm, based on 30-year data. Areas of the Northwest have reached more than 150 per cent of normal levels and areas of the southern Interlake near Stonewall have reached 250 per cent.
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Features Environment Imports/Exports Seed & Chemical Keep it Clean for 2026

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By Kaitlin Berger
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The Keep it Clean program, aimed at safeguarding market access for Canadian growers, has been updated for 2026 with new guidelines. Developed by the Canola Council of Canada, Cereals Canada, and Pulse Canada, the program emphasizes the importance of adhering to pesticide regulations to meet export standards. The program provides five key tips for growers, including using only acceptable pesticides and consulting grain buyers.
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Features AG Women Farming Community Features Editorial: Taking industry challenges by storm

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By Kaitlin Berger
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June 29, 2026 By Kaitlin Berger Getting the canola in before the storm hits. Photos courtesy of Kali Richardson. In May 2004, a tornado devastated a family farm, prompting a community response that highlighted resilience and unity among farmers. The storm destroyed equipment, damaged buildings, and scattered debris, but neighbours quickly rallied to help with repairs. This experience serves as a reminder of the strength found in community during crises.
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News Quick Hits Cereals Corn Forages Soybeans Ontario field crops progressing despite weather challenges

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A cool, wet June has left crops behind in some regions, with variable stands, nutrient deficiencies, and limited spray windows creating challenges across the province, according to the latest report from FieldCropNews.com. Most crops are progressing but warrant close scouting heading into a critical few weeks. Soybeans: Most fields are at V1–V5, with early-planted acres beginning to close canopy.
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News Soybeans Soy Canada discusses past and future strategy at annual meeting

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By Kaitlin Berger
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Soy Canada’s 2026 annual meeting highlighted strategies to boost Canada’s soybean industry – both strategies implemented in the past season and intentions for the future. This past year, Soy Canada advanced discussions on soybean protein variability and expanding participation in the Sustainable Canadian Soy Program.
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Features Seeding/Planting Making the reseeding decision

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By Kaitlin Berger
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Poor crop stands present a dilemma. Is it better to terminate the stand and start over despite the additional costs and reduced yields, or let it play out over the growing season and hope for the best? “Reseeding is an economically difficult decision. It is stressful, emotional, risky and there is a lot at stake to make the right decisions,” says Darren Bond, farm management specialist with Manitoba Agriculture.
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News AG Women Farming Community Features The Do More Agriculture Foundation welcomes new chair and directors

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By Kaitlin Berger
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The Do More Agriculture Foundation welcomes Emma Cross as the new chair of its board of directors, as well as three new directors – John Kowalchuk, Richard Horne and Jessica Stiles – to work together to champion mental health in Canadian agriculture. Cross, a pedigreed Hereford cattle rancher from Tofield, Alta., takes over the role from Sartaj Sarkaria, who has served as chair since December 2024.
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Features Quick Hits Soil Three strategies to restore eroded knolls

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By Kaitlin Berger
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Research by agronomist Curtis Cavers from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) offers strategies for revitalizing eroded knolls in Manitoba. Cavers conducted experiments at Portage la Prairie and Altamont, focusing on methods to enhance soil productivity. Increase cropping inputs: Doubling seeding and fertilizer rates showed varied results, with yields dropping on level land but improving slightly on eroded sites.
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Barker, Bruce
Berger, Kaitlin
Bertholet, Michelle
Filmer, Jillian