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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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| Language | English |
| Country | Canada |
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Search ArticlesNews Just the Good News Plant Breeding RDAR contributes $5 million to WCI to boost plant breeding
Backed by funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), RDAR is contributing an additional $5.2 million in Western Crop Innovations (WCI) to boost plant breeding for Western Canada. This includes increasing plant breeding capacity in Alberta and accelerating development of locally adapted varieties. “Canadian producers and processors are constantly adapting to new challenges, and rely on innovative solutions to help them stay profitable and resilient.
News The Do More Agriculture Foundation partners with McDonald’s Canada to champion mental health
The Do More Agriculture Foundation has launched a new partnership with McDonald’s Canada aimed at supporting mental wellbeing among Canadian farmers and ranchers. The collaboration began with a roundtable at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference on Aug. 19, 2026, part of the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders program.
News Fertility and Nutrients Imports/Exports Fertilizer Canada hosts tour of fertilizer terminal at Port of Johnstown
Fertilizer Canada hosted a tour in August for Canadian farm organizations and federal officials, showcasing the V6 Agronomy Inc. phosphate fertilizer terminal at the Port of Johnstown on the St. Lawrence Seaway, a facility designed to handle 400,000 tonnes a year. Once it’s fully built, it will handle close to 20 per cent of Canada’s annual phosphate demand.
News Quick Hits Bioenergy Markets Canada’s Sustainable Aviation Fuels Blueprint outlines path for agricultural resources
Transport Canada’s Sustainable Aviation Fuels Blueprint for Canada outlines measures needed to create a domestic sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) market that can use agricultural resources and work towards Canada’s net-zero emissions goal for 2050.
Features Forages Soil Reclaiming saline soils with salt-tolerant forages
Research led by soil scientist Jeff Schoenau at the University of Saskatchewan indicates that AC Saltlander green wheatgrass can improve productivity on saline agricultural land. The study, conducted from 2017 to 2023 near Central Butte, Sask., found that while initial yields were lower on saline sites, they surpassed non-saline yields by August 2022. Approximately 9% of Prairie agricultural land is at risk of salinization.
News Future planning Imports/Exports Markets Minister of Agriculture promotes Canada-U.S. trade relationship during U.S. visit
Last weekend, Heath MacDonald, minister of agriculture and agri-food, attended the Iowa State Fair and met with U.S. government officials and agriculture leaders to promote the Canada-U.S. trading relationship and highlight the importance of Canada as a trade partner. “Our farmers work hard to feed their communities and people around the world.
Features Unexpected ECB or corn rootworm injury in Bt corn? Report it.
Seeing European corn borer tunnelling or significant corn rootworm feeding in a Bt corn hybrid? It may be more than an isolated field issue. Reports of unexpected injury help researchers and industry specialists identify potential resistance concerns and track where susceptible pest populations may be changing. Early detection is critical to preserving the effectiveness of Bt traits and informing future resistance management strategies.
News AALP Dream Gala raises more than $110,000 to support Ontario’s future ag leaders
Established in 1984, AALP helps participants strengthen their leadership skills, broaden their understanding of the agri-food industry and build networks that support the sector’s future. Since 2010, the program has been delivered by the Rural Ontario Institute (ROI). Held every two years, the AALP Dream Gala is organized by recent program graduates to help fund AALP and support the current class of participants.
News Imports/Exports Markets World Outlook Associated Equipment Distributors push for predictable Canada-U.S. trade
Associated Equipment Distributors (AED), the largest Canada-U.S. trade association, sent letters to U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urging them to work together to build a fair trade relationship that benefits both countries, as well as the North American heavy equipment industry.
Features AG Women Features Seeding/Planting Managing risk in dry seeding conditions
A study from the University of Manitoba (UM) aims to assist Prairie wheat growers in adapting to increasingly dry conditions by examining coleoptile lengths across various wheat varieties. Led by researcher Michelle Carkner, the study investigates how coleoptile length affects seeding depth, particularly in dry springs. Key findings include: Coleoptile length varies significantly among 53 wheat lines, with some varieties having lengths between 5.2 cm and 10.8 cm.