2026

The applied soybean and pulse agronomy research program was established at the U of M in 2017. Since its inception, Kristen has developed and led over twenty small-plot research projects to improve production practices of soybeans, dry beans and peas in Manitoba cropping systems.

Join Kristen as she shares highlights from research, including the most recent trials looking at post-emergence rolling in soybean and a look at the long-term pea crop rotation study.

Get ready for an authentic boots-on-the-ground conversation as MPSG’s On-Farm Network farmer panel takes the stage to share their firsthand experiences with on-farm research.

These producers aren’t just growing crops, they’re generating data, testing ideas, and driving innovation right from their fields.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to turn your farm into a research hub, this is your chance to learn more about it.

Join Terry as he equips farmers with the tools they need to think critically, evaluate agronomic claims, and become their own best advocates for reliable, high-quality information.

This session will help you separate the “wheat from the chaff” in today’s complex ag landscape.

Join leading voices from the Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada (AMC), Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), and the Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) as they explore how cross-industry collaboration is driving innovation and expanding equipment choices for farmers.

This session will introduce the AEF’s work in resolving deep interoperability challenges across brands—highlighting key technologies like ISOBUS, TIM, and the newly launched AgIN (Agricultural Interoperability Network).

AgIN is a secure, farmer-centric cloud-to-cloud data framework designed to support mixed systems and improve compatibility across equipment, software, and services.

Todd Drummond brings a wealth of agricultural experience and deep regional knowledge to his role as Customer Solutions Lead for Brandon Southwest.

Raised on a mixed farm in Lauder, Manitoba, Todd developed a strong connection to farming and rural life early on.

He pursued his passion academically, earning a Bachelor of Agriculture from the University of Manitoba in 1997. Todd began his career in the agricultural retail sector, spending nine years managing a Paterson Grain site in Teulon. In 2006, he joined Bayer, where he has dedicated the past 19 years to serving growers and partners as a sales representative in the same territory—building lasting relationships and delivering consistent value.

Todd lives in Hartney with his wife Melissa and their two children. Outside of work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, hockey, and camping—activities that reflect his love for the outdoors and community.

Join five leading chemical companies as they reveal what’s coming down the pipeline for crop protection and agronomy solutions. Each company will showcase their upcoming product lineups, innovations, and strategies designed to meet the evolving needs of producers. Following the presentations, engage in an interactive Q&A session where you can challenge the companies, ask tough questions, and share your perspectives on the future of farming.

10:15 AM BASF: Continuing to Create Chemistry
Jeanette Gaultier, Ph.D., CCA, BASF AgSolutions Canada

Join Jeanette as she explains how they create chemistry to provide farms across western Canada with solutions to help manage agronomic issues. She’ll talk about their latest innovations including Revysol fungicide and the new Liberty AMP formulation. BASF is proud of their industry stewardship and Jeanette will briefly showcase their pre-seed herbicides as part of our Advanced Weed Control program as an example.

10:25 AM Next-Generation Solutions for Your Fields
Rachel Evans, Technical Sales Manager, FMC

Join Rachel for a look at some exciting new crop protection products coming to farms this season. She’ll walk through what’s new, how these products work, and the benefits they can bring to your operation. From better pest and disease control to improved crop health and easier application, these tools are designed to help you protect your yield and get more out of every acre.

10:35 AM Bayer Innovation 2026
Todd Drummond, Customer Solutions Lead, Bayer CropScience, @Bayer4CropsCA

Representing Bayer, Todd will share their new innovation with cereal and pulse seed treatments as well as new insecticide for managing flea beetles in canola.

10:45 AM Kochia Management Strategies with Nufarm
Darren Froats, Regional Sales Manager, Nufarm,

Kochia continues to challenge Prairie growers as one of the toughest and fastest-spreading weeds. Join Darren from Nufarm as he explores proven chemical and management strategies for tackling resistant populations. Nufarm knows every operation is unique, and they’re proud to provide innovative, farm-focused and field-proven solutions that reflect the heartbeat of the Prairies.

10:55 AM Adama – Cazado; that’s what new!
Dusty Godard, Sales Associate, Adama

Cazado® is Canada’s first and only dual-mode herbicide for wild oat control in wheat, combining Group 1 and Group 2 actives to proactively manage resistance from two angles at once. For growers, this means the best choice for grass control in wheat on the market today, effective management of both Group 1 and Group 2 resistant wild oats, cleaner fields and stronger yields, more flexibility in cereal rotations and fewer headaches and higher profitability.

11:05 AM Q and A – ask Your Chem Company ANYTHING!
Moderator: David Laudin, Producer, Brunkhild, MB

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