http://http://www.topcropmanager.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4186
The link is a posted report on the status of funding for canola research.
Our farm has always done a lot of work with canola. Canola brings in good income for farms which makes it dear to the hearts of our producers.
In the last 10 yrs a lot of new varieties have hit the market and promoting those varieties has oppened the door for South East Research Farm to do a lot of commercial demonstratiions
We've also done projects for Saskatchewan Canola Development Council (SCDC)
Friday, November 28, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Research Technician Jobs for the Summer
The Farm is starting the search for our Summer Techs. We usually hire two Ag students to help with planting and data collection. Its a pretty good job. You are outside and we don't work you to hard. It's something new every day and I give them a lot of freedom to handle the work flow.
South East Research Farm Job Positions
2 Summer Research Technicians
The South East Research Farm Inc. (SERF) is a non-profit organization that specializes in agricultural research. SERF is part of the provincial AgriARM network of Saskatchewan and is located in Redvers, SK in the south east corner of the province. The research farm consists of 260 acres, where 140 acres are for grain and forage research and a 120 acres is developed into a rotational grazing project.
Job Description:
As the research technician, you will be required to have a diverse set of skills and knowledge. The skills and knowledge required for this position will be gained through a degree/diploma in Agriculture or a related discipline. This position will require you to take part in all aspects of the research farm which include: seeding, spraying, harvest, sample analysis, data collection, soil sampling, report writing, working with industry and attending agriculture events and workshops. Closing Date Dec 20, 2008
Wage Range - $14 to $16 per hr. (depending on qualifications)
Specific Skills:
· Able to perform mathematical and statistical analysis
· Able to operate farm equipment
· Comfortable with public/speaking at presentations
· Diligent and Meticulous
· Ability to work independent/team
Knowledge:
· Must know Microsoft Products
· Knowledge of Agriculture Plot Research
· Knowledge of pesticide/herbicide application
· Knowledge of research methodologies
To apply for this position send your resume:
Garth Johnston, Farm Manager
Box 129
Redvers, SK
S0C 2H0
Ph. 306-452-3161
Cel. 306-452-7253
Or email:
serf@sasktel.net
Fax: 306-452-3645
South East Research Farm Job Positions
2 Summer Research Technicians
The South East Research Farm Inc. (SERF) is a non-profit organization that specializes in agricultural research. SERF is part of the provincial AgriARM network of Saskatchewan and is located in Redvers, SK in the south east corner of the province. The research farm consists of 260 acres, where 140 acres are for grain and forage research and a 120 acres is developed into a rotational grazing project.
Job Description:
As the research technician, you will be required to have a diverse set of skills and knowledge. The skills and knowledge required for this position will be gained through a degree/diploma in Agriculture or a related discipline. This position will require you to take part in all aspects of the research farm which include: seeding, spraying, harvest, sample analysis, data collection, soil sampling, report writing, working with industry and attending agriculture events and workshops. Closing Date Dec 20, 2008
Wage Range - $14 to $16 per hr. (depending on qualifications)
Specific Skills:
· Able to perform mathematical and statistical analysis
· Able to operate farm equipment
· Comfortable with public/speaking at presentations
· Diligent and Meticulous
· Ability to work independent/team
Knowledge:
· Must know Microsoft Products
· Knowledge of Agriculture Plot Research
· Knowledge of pesticide/herbicide application
· Knowledge of research methodologies
To apply for this position send your resume:
Garth Johnston, Farm Manager
Box 129
Redvers, SK
S0C 2H0
Ph. 306-452-3161
Cel. 306-452-7253
Or email:
serf@sasktel.net
Fax: 306-452-3645
Monday, November 24, 2008
Getting Back At It
After neglecting our blog I decided to put it back to work. The research farm has gone through some changes with it's business model. The changes made it hard to keep up with the blog, but I think now with things settled down I can put some time into it. I will post information on our trials and demo's along with interesting information from the web.
Stay tuned and wish me luck
Stay tuned and wish me luck
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