Category: Communications

  • Homemade Baked Beans

    Ingredients 1/2 lb pinto or white beans, soaked overnight in water 1 can “no salt added” tomato sauce (15oz) 2 1/2 tbsp soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce (45g) 1 3/4 cup water or vegetable broth (420g) 2 tbsp apple cider … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Quinoa Taco Salad

    Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 1 red onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced half a red bell pepper, chopped half a green bell pepper, chopped half a yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1-2 teaspoons chili … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Oatmeal Berry Bars

    Preparation time: 10 minutes / Baking time: 20 minutes / Makes 16 Squares Ingredients 1 cup (250 ml) white bean flour* 1 cup (250 mL) pure uncontaminated rolled oats** 1/2 cup (125 mL) packed dark brown sugar 1 ½ tsp … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Chickpea Hummus

    Preparation time: 10 minutes / Cooking time: none/ Serves 20 (600 g) Ingredients 2 cups (500 mL) cooked chickpeas OR 1 – 19 oz can (540 mL) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/3 cup (75 mL) tahini paste or peanut butter … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Must Have Tools for Evaluating Stand Establishment

    How close did you get to achieving the soybean plant density you were aiming for? What’s the yield potential of the stand you have? The only way to get a bead on those answers is to get out and scout … Continue reading →

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  • Pulse Beat Summer 2014 (No. 72)

    *Correction:  Please note, on page 31 of the Pulse Beat Summer issue No. 72, the deadline for repayment of the 2014/15 cash advance should read September 15, 2015.  The correct information can be viewed here: https://mpsg.interplay.design/wp-content/uploads/2014-Pre-Production-Cash-Advance-rates-overview1.pdf”>2014/15 Cash Advance Program.  Our apologies … Continue reading →

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  • Pulse Beat: Summer 2014

    In this issue: Involving growers in the research process – MPGA On-Farm Network®; Hiring professional advice for your farm – Manitoba Institute of Agrologists; MASC Insurance test area crop yields fare well in 2013; Soybean insect and disease scouting calendar; In … Continue reading →

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  • Grain Growers of Canada pleased with passage of Bill C-30

    For Immediate Release Grain Growers of Canada pleased with passage of Bill C-30 (Winnipeg, MB, May 29, 2014) – The Grain Growers of Canada thanked Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Gerry Ritz, and MPs and Senators from all sides, for … Continue reading →

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  • Can you influence pod height?

    In a perfect world, the soybean plant would pop up out of the ground, grow some leaves and then really stretch a bit before setting where that first pod will form. The reality for many western Canadian farmers, however, is … Continue reading →

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  • BBQ Black Bean Pizza

    Ingredients 2 cans black beans rinsed and drained(or sub an equal amount of previously cooked chicken for a BBQ chicken pizza) 1/2 C barbeque sauce(homemade or look for one that has minimal ingredients) 1 large onion(or 2 small), sliced or … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Cuban Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

    Ingredients 2 cups quick cooking white rice (divided) 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (reduced sodium) or water 6 medium bell peppers, any color 1 (15oz) can S&W® Cuban Recipe Black Beans with Onions, Peppers & Cumin (do not drain) 1 … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Skinny Black Bean & Cheese Enchilada Casserole

    Ingredients 3/4 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded 1 can Black Beans – Cuban Recipe, S&W brand 1 Tomatoes, diced 1 Cup Cottage Cheese, low-fat, low sodium 3 to 4 Green Onions, sliced 1/4 Tbsp Taco Seasoning (recipe below) 9 Corn Tortillas, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Glyphosate resistance management & herbicide options for volunteer canola

    In this Soybean School West audio episode, Rob Gulden outlines the risks of volunteer canola in soybeans and the potential long-term impact of letting these towering plants set seed every year. From yield loss, to ongoing disease pressure for canola … Continue reading →

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  • Black Bean Antojitos

    A quick appetizer for a party or just as a snack at home, Black Bean Antojitos are easy to prepare and a great addition to any event! 1-19 oz can Black Beans, rinsed and drained 1 lime, squeezed for juice … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Speckled Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Ingredients 1 cup black bean flour 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions PREHEAT oven to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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  • Canadian Federation of Agriculture joins Partners in Innovation

      Partners in Innovation Welcomes the Canadian Federation of Agriculture   Ottawa, Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) has become the 17th organization to show its support for amendments to the Canada’s Plant breeders’ Rights legislation by … Continue reading →

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  • Stats Canada Releases 2014-15 Outlook for Pulses & Soybeans

    April 28 – Stats Canada released its 2014 planting intentions report, showing Canadian farmers intend to increase their soybean acres to 5.3  million acres up 16% with Manitoba adding 250,000 acres.  Production is also estimated to be returning to normal … Continue reading →

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  • Black Bean, Chickpea & Avocado Salad

    DRESSING 1 tsp Lime rind 1/4 Cup Lime juice 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 2 Cloves Garlic, minced 1 Jalapeno, finely chopped Salt & Pepper to taste Directions: Whisk together all ingredients. Set aside. SALAD 2 Cups Cooked Black Beans or  … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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