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3 weeks ago | 
ontariograinfarmer.ca | Treena Hein
It was made official in late March. Dr. Isabelle Aicklen became the ‘Ontario Bean Growers Assistant Professor in Weed Management’ at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus, as part of the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).
Aicklen has accepted the torch passed to her from the recently retired Dr. Peter Sikkema, who led weed research in edible beans at University of Guelph for many years and was inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame in 2021.
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3 weeks ago | 
verticalmag.com | Treena Hein
Published on: May 30, 2025Estimated reading time 12 minutes, 15 seconds.
Accurate prediction of helicopter maintenance costs is a complex task with many factors to take into account. At companies of all sizes, it’s common to have some degree of cost underestimation, but at smaller firms, the magnitude of ongoing underestimation is generally much higher.
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3 weeks ago | 
machinedesign.com | Treena Hein
At a Glance:Integrating smart technologies, such as wireless sensors and software, into mechanical components improves functionality. But there are limitations, too. This roundup of current features in valves, bearings, gearboxes and braking systems, is crafted around use cases, limitations and future capabilities. Yesterday’s valves, bearings, brakes, gearboxes and actuators pale in comparison to today’s advanced versions of these components.
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1 month ago | 
pigprogress.net | Treena Hein
From internal disputes over production caps in Quebec to stagnant export conditions caused by steep Chinese tariffs, Canada’s pork industry is facing multiple headwinds. Regional decline, frustrated specialty producers, and political trade tensions are fuelling uncertainty across the sector.
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1 month ago | 
poultryworld.net | Treena Hein
In the view of many members of Canada’s poultry sector, ineffective leadership and a fragmented, top-down approach have led to what could be charitably described as less-than-ideal management of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). A new Canadian organisation is implementing a new leadership framework that stresses inclusive problem-solving, data transparency and more.
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1 month ago | 
machinedesign.com | Treena Hein
Spurred on by the colossal shortage of welders in manufacturing and other sectors, robotic welding has gained enormous ground since it was introduced in 2017. Now, with AI growing in power, both the capabilities of robotic welding technology and its adoption rate are set to take further huge leaps forward. But already, because it’s easy to use and safe, automated welding is a no-brainer for more and more companies. It boosts productivity because of its speed.
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1 month ago | 
ohscanada.com | Treena Hein
It seems a safe bet that within a few short years, some degree of artificial intelligence (AI) will be found in just about every occupation, whether to improve efficiencies and enable better decision-making or better protect health and safety. Many occupational health and safety (OHS) applications for AI are already available, and use is growing.
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1 month ago | 
allaboutfeed.net | Treena Hein
A new report about feed ingredient consumption in the USA shows that the demand for feed is strong, and while it has declined slightly over the past few years, use of circular feed is still very high. The new Feed Ingredient Consumption Report published by USA-based organisation IFEEDER contains many interesting findings, including a strong continued demand for ‘circular’ feedstuffs for all types of livestock.
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1 month ago | 
manufacturingtechnologytoday.com | Treena Hein
To keep specialized automation equipment running smoothly for long periods, proper enclosure is obviously critical. While standard enclosures are still used in some manufacturing scenarios, custom enclosures have gained massive ground due to their many benefits. Top among these, note experts such as Rittal Canada president André Bousette, are outstanding value for the price and fast delivery.
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1 month ago | 
futurefarming.com | Treena Hein
Canadian grain farmer Jim Latrace combines soil and leaf analysis, satellite data, zone mapping and more to ensure his soil supports good yields today but also future crop genetics. For Jim Latrace, all the extensive data he gathers ultimately goes into decisions that future-proof his farm. There are so many yearly variables such as input costs and weather that farmers cannot control, but like others of his kind, Latrace uses his data to try and control input application rates.
