Steve Twynstra

#agrisagronomy AGRIS Spornado trapping network catching lots of disease spores. remember disease triangle need a Host crop in proper growth stage , pathogen and environmental conditions to support an infection

Explore the newly launched Field Progress from GFO. This page provides weekly updates on planting and harvest progress across Ontario, broken down by district. It currently features winter wheat harvest progress. #OntAg 🔗 buff.ly/aWrwMfz

Dirty little secret…when CARB was proposing tier 3, they had to contract Fluke to create a more sensitive monitor, because tier 1 was already exponentially cleaner than tier 0. The monitor they had at the time couldn’t even register anything put out by a tier 3.

Love talking about grain farming? 🌾 Want a fun day at the @letsgototheex? Volunteer at the GFO booth! 6-hour shifts, compensation included, and a chance to connect with those curious about what happens in the world of Ontario grain. Interested? Email [email protected]

DEF is the most costly solution to a perceived problem and does absolutely NOTHING for the environment over its lifecycle and infrastructure! Prove me wrong? Also, an extremely costly factor to productivity for those with the misfortune to be forced to deal with it!! 🤬

“Let’s just sneak in this 13-cent per litre increase and hope the yokels don’t notice.” PODCAST: Memo at Agriculture Canada @AAFC_Canada says consumers may not notice increase under Clean Fuel Regulations [10- minute listen] pdst.fm/e/chtbl.com/tr…

Canadians are so accustomed to gas price fluctuations they’ll never notice a significant increase under new fuel regulations, @AAFC_Canada. Agriculture Canada predicted the Clean Fuel Standard by 2030 will add 13¢ to a litre of gasoline. blacklocks.ca/say-public-wil… @environmentca

Aftermath of the announcement of removing high fructose corn syrup from Coca-Cola for HFCS producers📉

Solved: Why input prices remain so high while grains slide. Next, do “why is Managed Money so good at trading the grain market?”

Wonder why farmers are shitting themselves when they aren't getting the rains? This gives you a pretty good idea. In the past 13 years farmer inputs have increased by 68% Equipment costs up 75% Commercial seed up 49% Fertilizer prices have doubled. This is not sustainable.

Looks like the vessel attacked in the Red Sea over the weekend may have been carrying fertilizer Also have heard that India received 3.09M tons of urea offers (vs. 2M ton purchase goal) on their tender Urea prices up / corn prices down = fun for all apnews.com/article/yemen-…

Grain Farmers of Ontario provided partial support for an Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness-led project which tested 57 fields for herbicide-resistant weeds. Here are the significant findings. buff.ly/GpewgNj

On an unrelated note, anyone got an RV or trailer they want delivered to BC or brought home from BC?

From disease prevention to nutritional density, beans are taking center stage in the push for a healthier, more sustainable diet. Nutrition experts now recommend 2.5 cups per week—more than ever before. More from Rolling Out: rollingout.com/2025/06/18/5-w… #beaninstitute #northarvest

"Here, stakeholders in Ontario’s grain sector share some of their experiences navigating the challenging transportation environment and what might be done to ensure things improve in future." buff.ly/HyOJYb7

#EatBeansDay | A #UofG study found that beans keep older adults just as full as beef, despite having less protein. Packed with fibre, beans support digestion, curb appetite, promote healthy aging, and offer an affordable, sustainable choice. Learn more: uoguel.ph/d9wdx

Curious about the role of beans and other plant proteins in a healthy diet? Dr. Christopher Marinangeli explores how adding more plant protein can support good nutrition and sustainability, without compromising protein quality. Watch the video: youtube.com/watch?v=Smf-aW…

Reminder that applications for GFO's Legacy Scholarship close July 20, 2025. The scholarship encourages the pursuit of higher education in any area of study that will benefit the Ontario grain sector or agri-food industry. Learn more and apply here 👉 buff.ly/u2AymFN

Nitrogen Management KSE- all welcome! It’s tomorrow!!

What it's like living in West Texas 😂