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HEART: Hutterian Emergency Aquatic Response Team

04.07.2023

Hutterites, scuba diving and modern technology - you may wonder what they could have in common. For the Maendel brothers Manuel and Paul (Oak Bluff Colony near Morris, MB), the three are so deeply intertwined it has become a way of life, and a method to bring closure to mourning families. 

Grain and Milling Solutions at New Standard Ag

03.24.2023

AgriHub Inc is pleased to announce the transition of our Manitoba Grain Division from Penner Farm Services in Blumenort, MB to New Standard Ag in Winnipeg, MB.  The Grain Division provides solutions in Drying, Handling, Milling, Storage, Controls and now also Pelleting.  This transition has already taken place with sales, services and inventory now available in Winnipeg.  

Tech Tips: Detecting Phishing Attacks

03.08.2023

In 2021 cyber attacks on businesses increased by over 50%. Of these attacks, 90% of data breaches happened due to email phishing attempts. 

Email phishing is defined as the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers.

Foreign Animal Disease: Planning and Moving Forward

02.01.2023

Foreign Animal Disease outbreaks (FADs), hard to think about and harder to talk about. However, the reality is this… having conversations now can save a lot of frustration and effort later. 

Confined Spaces on the Farm

01.13.2023

If you work on a farm, chances are you will be exposed to the hazards of confined spaces. So, what exactly is a confined space? Different jurisdictions might vary slightly on how they define a confined space, but I think WorkSafe BC defines it best as having the following characteristics:

Souris River Colony: Interactive Modern Hog Barn Tour

12.29.2022

Imagine touring a barn without infringing on biosecurity concerns. Now, imagine touring the barn from the comfort of your favorite chair, with your favorite snack and beverage at the ready. Too good to be true? Think again!

Recipe: No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

12.19.2022

By Colben de Klein via The Modern Producer Magazine

Dairy Ventilation in Canada

12.16.2022

What does a typical ventilation set up look like in a free stall dairy barn? An easy question to ask, but a slightly more difficult one to answer. While Canadian geography has its’ differences, the theme across the country is the same – moving air to provide a better environment for your cows, and your employees. If you do not have sufficient air flowing in and out in a timely manner, then cow comfort, nutrition, and milking method is almost a moot point. When we take the varying climates into account, a better question to ask is ‘What does a typical free stall dairy barn setup look like in each province?’

Year-End Farm Financial Planning

12.09.2022

Another year has come and gone. The crop is in the bin, the hay is in the barn, and the cows are home. You may be thinking it’s time to relax. However, much of the operation’s most important and impactful work is still ahead before year-end. Just like the equipment gets cleaned up, repaired, and maintained, the same time and care needs to be given to the farm’s year-end financial planning. Your farm’s year-end financial planning may include accounting and tax planning, accrual and balance sheet analysis, financial advisor and lender meetings, business risk identification and planning, and succession and estate planning. 

Bon Homme Colony - South Dakota

11.30.2022

Nestled on the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake and the Missouri River, Bon Homme Colony is the original Hutterite Colony in North America. Through flooding, war, river damming, trials, and drought, Bon Homme has remained the North American cornerstone of the Hutterite people. Every Colony in North America has connections and ties to Bon Homme Colony. 

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