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A list of turkey grower applications that were reviewed by the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board on September 30. No year is listed. Each page is formatted in two columns and the names are organized alphabetically by last name. The addresses of each applicant are included. The list includes 108 names of applicants.

Three issues of a test publication titled "Produce and Play, Issued in the Interest of the Canadian Malting Barley Grower," dated April, May, and June of 1952. They are divided into two sections; "Produce" containing an article concerning malting barley production, and "Play" containing an article on a recreational topic. The June issue contains a card with an invitation to comment on the value of the publication based on the three issues, and an undetached perforated section consists of a postcard survey with several questions.

Records and ephemera related to the lives and enterprises of multiple generations of the McFadden family. These materials have been produced, collected, and kept by members of the McFadden family over a period of more than 100 years.

A postcard advertising “Comrades Night” hosted by the Canukeena Club at the Marlborough Hotel. The president of the club is listed as C.B. Howden and the secretary is listed as W. Ross Carter. The postcard is addressed to Brigadier T.V. Anderson, D.S.O. at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg, Manitoba and stamped on March 18, 1933.

A deed of land based in Winnipeg, Manitoba which is largely blank other than four signatures. Two from someone named Rod MacPherson and two from someone named James McBarrister. No dates, costs, or land locations are mentioned or filled out.

An advertisement for a performance of “The Imaginary Invalid” by Moliere put on by the University Players form the University of Manitoba. The advertisement includes various reviews of the performance and several catch lines such as “The surest anti-toxin for melancholia– the most painless inoculation of joy-germs on record!”

A brochure for Winnipeg Livestock Sales Ltd. for the Spring 2018 season. Inside the brochure are four calendar months, January through April, and various days are marked with scheduled sales and days the company is open for receiving. The brochure also includes several small advertisements for local livestock dealers and buyers. Contact information for the company, as well as an illustrated map with the company location in Winnipeg, Manitoba, are listed on the back of the brochure. The brochure also includes several photographs of cattle and livestock enclosures.

Two photo albums with B&W photographs of varying sizes that depict buildings, cemeteries, houses, people, and nature scenes in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas. These photo albums, or the photographs in them, may have belonged to Daniel McDonald, an insurance company manager who moved from Scotland to Winnipeg in 1883. McDonald’s home is photographed several times throughout the albums and there are several photographs of graves bearing the surname McDonald, as well as a photograph of Daniel McDonald himself.

A schedule and event list for the 2018 Grain World conference and tradeshow, held at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba on November 13-14, 2018. Includes a list of speakers with photographs, event information, a tradeshow floorplan, and a list of sponsors.

An annual report titled “Working With the Value Chain” published by the Canadian International Grains Institute for the years 2016 to 2017. The institute is a non-profit organization located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The report outlines the institution’s vision, mission, purpose, and strategic focus, and includes a list of all the programs and missions carried out from 2016 to 2017. The report also includes information about the institution’s collaboration, innovation, communication, and financial efforts over the past two years. Various photographs of projects and missions are included throughout the report.

An informational package outlining the Canola Council of Canada's (CCC) 10-year strategic plan, "Keep It Coming 2025", produced by the CCC in January 2014. Package consists of a CCC-branded folder containing a press release; "The Canola Council of Canada Strategic Plan" booklet; and "The Science" booklet.

The press release, titled "Canada's Canola Industry Sets Bold New Targets for 2025", outlines the contents of the strategic plan and the canola industry's three priorities for reaching the targets.

Priorities include:
Priority 1: Sustainable, Reliable Supply - "Sustainably and profitably increase annual canola production in Canada to meet global demand for 26 million tonnes of Canadian canola by increasing yield to an average of 52 bushels per acre. Improve quality characteristics of seed, oil and meal to meet new and existing customer requirements".
Priority 2: Differentiated Value in the Marketplace - "Meet global demand of 26 million tonnes by differentiating and demonstrating the quality characteristics of seed, oil and meal to meet new and existing customer requirements at a competitive price."
Priority 3: Stable and Open Trade - "Creating a competitive, stable and open trade environment that consistently allows the industry to attain the maximum value for canola and its products free of tariff and non-tariff trade barriers."

The "Strategic Plan" booklet, alternately titled "It's Amazing What One More Bushel of Canadian Canola Can Do", contains information about the CCC's history; mission statement; Industry Goal and Strategic Priorities; and their plans to achieve the goal and 2025 targets.

Contents:
Where We've Come From and Where We're Going
Mission
Industry Goal
"Strategic Priorities for Achieving the Canola 2025 Targets"
How We'll Get There:
"1. Sustainable, Reliable Supply"
"2. Differentiated Value"
"3. Stable and Open Trade"

"The Science" booklet, alternately titled "The Future of Canadian Canola: Apply the Science of Agronomics to Maximize Genetic Potential", contains information and graphs providing an overview of the scientific research and advancements involved in the creation of the Strategic Plan.

Contents:
Where We Have Been
"Canola Production Has Surpassed the Industry Target of 15 MMT"
"Genetics in the Past Have Been Central to Yield Increases"
"Canola Growers Have Been Early Adopters of New Management Practices"]
"Big Gains in Production Were Also Due to Increased Acres"
Untitled graph showing production increases in soil zones in Western Canada
The Future
"Genetics Continue to Play An Important Role"
"Canola Yields - Actual and Projected with 2% Growth" [graph]
"... Applying the Science of Agronomics to Maximize the Genetic Potential"
"Intensive Management Practices Help to Mitigate Disease and Insect Pressure"
"Agronomic Extension Requires a Paradigm Shift"

"Welcome to Cereals North America 2013! Our initial conference is being held in Winnipeg, Canada during November 6th-7th to showcase the global grain and oilseed markets - and what lies ahead for world agriculture. The conference features leading speakers from; the US, Canada, China, Russia, and Europe. These speakers will provide regional outlooks along with expert analysis of Canada's crop quality and key influences that is producing the world's extreme weather patterns. The conference presentations should provide a price framework framework for North American (and world) producers and traders for the next 9 months."

A program booklet produced in accordance with Cereals North America 2013, an agricultural conference held in Winnipeg, Manitoba which includes the Table of Contents; Welcome; Conference Program; Speakers; Delegate List; and Exhibition Plan.

Additionally includes several print advertisements for various Canadian and international businesses.

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2012-2013 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2012-2013 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2013, including charts and statistics.

"Growing Above Our 2015 Targets - Looking Beyond to New Opportunities: Best use of agronomic knowledge; Improved information tools; Expanding appetite for healthy foods; Growing demand for animal feed; Progress on market access issues."

Each of the four main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption, Value & Quality; Market Access; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2013.

Table of Contents:
Messages from the Chairman and President (p. 2)
2013 Board of Directors (p. 3)
Our Core Funders (p. 3)
Increasing Sustainable Production (p. 4-5)
Increasing Consumption, Value and Quality (p. 6-9)
Our Global Customers (p. 10-11)
Increasing Market Access (p. 12-13)
Improving Understanding (p. 14-15)
Keep It Coming - Looking Beyond Our 2015 Plan (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2011-2012 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2011-2012 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2012, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. The road ahead is clear as we continue to: Increase sustainable production; Increase consumption and value; Improve market access; Improve quality; Improve understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2012.

Table of Contents:
Messages from the Chairman and President (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Market Access (p. 12)
Quality (p. 14)
Understanding (p. 16)

Conference workbook produced in accordance with the 21st Annual Grain World Grain and Livestock Conference held at the Fairmont in Winnipeg (Man.) from 27 February - 1 March 2011. Includes 2011 conference program. Lined note pages in workbook are left blank.

Contents:
Grain World Organizing Committee [includes members representing the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB), Manitoba Agriculture - Food and Rural Initiatives, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, University of Manitoba, and Alberta Agriculture - Food and Rural Development]; 2011 Program; A Message from the Premier [Greg Selinger, Manitoba]; Greetings from the Grain World Conference Chair; Thank You to Our Sponsors; Economic outlook for Asia Pacific; Opening remarks; Flight to commodities; Ocean freight outlook; Wheat outlook 2011; Luncheon: U.S. Ethanol policy and global commodity markets - why burning our food is never good; Barley outlook 2011; Oilseeds outlook 2011; Pulse and special crops outlook 2011; Droughts to flood - what's causing these extreme climatic events?; Global economic outlook; Panel: Reaping rewards from research; Beef outlook 2011; Pork outlook 2011; Luncheon: The Newman Briefing.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for various local and Canadian businesses and corporate bodies.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2010-2011 crop year.

"This annual report provides an overview of the 2010-11 crop year. It underscores the broad range of activities, the performance levels and the governance structure of the CWB during the 2010-11 crop year, ending July 31, 2011."

The report is divided into sections titled Corporate Governance, Management Discussion & Analysis, and Financial Results, and additionally includes the CWB's "2010-11 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements, and "A message from the president and CEO".

Corporate Governance - Table of Contents:
Board of directors (pp. 8-15)
The board's mandate (p. 8)
Thinking strategically (p. 8)
Commitment to good governance (p. 8)
Committee structure (p. 9)
Director biographies (pp. 10-13)
Remuneration and meeting attendance (p. 14)
Director participation in Producer Payment Options (p. 15)
Director representation on external boards and committees (p. 15)
CWB leadership team (pp. 16-17)
Summary compensation table (p. 16)

Management Discussion and Analysis - Table of Contents:
Our business (p. 20)
Operational environment (p. 21)
Business structure (p. 23)
How the financial statements capture the business (p. 26)
Our vision and strategies (p. 28)
CWB performance highlights (p. 29)
Measuring success (p. 32)
Current year results (p. 34)
Combined pool results (p. 37)
The pools (pp. 38-50)
Indirect income and expenses (p. 51)
Producer Payment Options (PPOs) (p. 53)
Cash trading (p. 57)
Liquidity and capital resources (p. 60)
Reconciliation of non-GAAP measures (p. 62)
Financial risk management (p. 63)
Outlook (p. 65)

A third section, Financial Results, begins on p. 67 and does not have its own Table of Contents. This section includes Financial statements (p. 68), Notes to financial statements (p. 73), and a Glossary of financial terms (p. 98).

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2010-2011 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2010-2011 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2011, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. In 2011 we made substantial progress within all five of our strategic objectives: Increasing sustainable production; Increasing consumption and value; Improving market access; Improving quality; Improving understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the six main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption; Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2011.

Table of Contents:
Message from the Chairman (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Consumption (p. 6)
Value (p. 8)
Market Access (p. 12)
Quality (p. 14)
Understanding (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2009-2010 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2009-2010 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2010, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. To reach these goals, we have established five strategic objectives: Increase sustainable production; Increase consumption and value; Improve market access; Improve quality; Improve understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2010.

Table of Contents:
President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Increase Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Increase Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Improve Market Access (p. 10)
Improve Quality (p. 12)
Improve Understanding (p. 14)

Promotional pamphlet produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) ca. 2010.

"Wheat grown on Canada's Prairies has an excellent reputation for quality and consistency. Bakers and food processors around the globe depend on western Canadian wheat to produce superior products - no matter which class of wheat they choose."

The pamphlet contains descriptions and photographs of five different classes of Canadian wheat, being Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS); Canadian Western Amber Durum (CWAD); Canada Prairie Spring Red (CPSR); Canada Western Red Winter (CWRW); and Canada Western Hard White Spring (CWHWS), as well as brief explanations of the uses in baking and food processing that each class of wheat is best suited for.

Conference workbook produced in accordance with the 20th Annual Grain World Grain and Livestock Conference held at the Fairmont in Winnipeg (Man.) from 21-23 February 2010. Includes 2010 conference program. Lined note pages in workbook are left blank.

Contents:
Grain World Organizing Committee [includes members representing the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB), Manitoba Agriculture - Food and Rural Initiatives, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, University of Manitoba, Alberta Agriculture - Food and Rural Development, and White & Associates Global Consulting]; Thank You to Our Sponsors; Grain World 2010 Program; Greetings from the Grain World Conference Chair; Message from Mayor Sam Katz [Winnipeg]; Fertilizer fundamentals in 2010; Opening Remarks; Global economic recovery - green shoots or summerfallow?; Weather outlook 2010; Ocean freight situation and outlook; Wheat outlook 2010; Luncheon: The future of agriculture and food; CWB barley outlook 2010; Oilseeds outlook 2010; Special crops outlook 2010; Outlooks roundtable: how is demand going to respond in the upcoming year to the economic stress?; Reception; Commodity outlook; Food staples operating in a world of unfettered free trade: will it eventually happen?; Beef outlook 2010; Pork outlook 2010; Luncheon: The new us - understanding the new Canadian mindset.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for various local and Canadian businesses and corporate bodies.

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"Dear Minister Ritz, It's time for the Government of Canada to stand up for western Canadian farmers at the WTO [World Trade Organization]."

Inside this issue:
"CWB opens lab" - Page 2
"Variety Survey" - Page 3
"Time is running out at the WTO" - Page 4
"Spotlight on tendering" - Page 6
"Japan loves Prairie wheat" - Page 7

Additionally includes segment titled "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [p. 8].

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2008-2009 crop year. The report includes information about the CCC's 2008-2009 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2009, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. In Year 3 of our strategy, we advanced toward our goals by increasing our investment in: Sustainable Production; Consumption and Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding of the Canola Industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2009.

Table of Contents:
Chairman's and President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Investing to Increase Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Investing to Increase Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Investing to Improve Market Access (p. 10)
Investing to Improve Quality (p. 14)
Investing to Improve Understanding (p. 16)

Program booklet for the 2008 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 10-13. Main Stage performers included Carrie Rodriguez, The Infamous Stringdusters, Dobet Gnahoré, The Weakerthans, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Outlaw Social, Forro In The Dark, The Dynamites featuring Charles Walker, Abigail Washburn and The Sparrow Quartet featuring Béla Fleck with Casey Driessen and Ben Sollee, Robert Randolph and The Family Band, Nanci Griffith, David Grisman Bluegrass Experience, Calexico, Balkan Beat Box, Seun Kuti and Egypt 80, Kathleen Edwards, Jakob Dylan and The Gold Mountain Rebels, Joan Armatrading, and Ray Davies.

Contents:
Site Map; On the Main Stage; Welcome Messages; The Music [Big Blue @ Night; Daytime Stages; The Legacy of Willie P. Bennett; Folk School Tent; Performer Bios; Young Performers Program; Main Stage Hosts; Selected Discography]; Family Area [Chickadee Big Top Performers; Special Guests; Family Area Schedule]; Visual Arts [Prairie Outdoor Exhibition; Young Artists Program]; Eat, Drink and Shop [Food Village; Hand-Made Village; More Festival Shopping; Music Store Tent; The Hub; 35th Anniversary Clothing and Collectibles; Raffle]; More Than Four Days [The Folk Retreat; The Folk Exchange; The Festival Music Store; The Winnipeg Folk Festival Concert Series; The Winter Wassail; The Winnipeg Folk Festival Artistic Achievement Award]; 35 Years of Festival Memories; Information [Operating Times; Getting Here; Getting Settled; Rules and Safety; Etiquette; Camping]; Backstage [Sponsors; Festival Site Master Plan; Donors; Light the Way Campaign; The Glass Banjo Award; In Memoriam; Volunteers; Board of Directors; Staff]; Songs of the Finale.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2007-2008 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2007-2008 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2007-08 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors and from the president and CEO - (p. 2)
Farmers First - (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 16)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 32)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 73)

"As your marketing agency for wheat, durum and barley, the CWB works hard to provide the tools you need to meet your business needs. Each farming operation is a unique business, so the CWB offers a portfolio of options to suit your farm management plan. ... This booklet is designed to serve as a simple guide to help you make sense of the choices available and learn how these programs can work for you."

Informational guide designed to explain various different programs and Producer Payment Options (PPOs) available to Canadian grain farmers. The booklet is organized into 5 sections separated by coloured dividers and was produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) ahead of the 2008-2009 crop year.

Includes:
Risk Management [Price Pooling; Early Payment Option (EPO); CashPlus; FlexPro; Fixed Price Contract (FPC); Basis Price Contract (BPC); Exchange for Physicals (EFP); Target Price Service; Force Majeure Option; PPO contract fulfillment; New Pool Pricing; Producer Direct Sale] (pp. 9-33)
Delivery Programs [The Delivery Offer and Contract; Selected Barley Programs; GrainFlo; Guaranteed Delivery Contract (GDC); Delivery Exchange Contract (DEC); Producer Car Program; Organic Marketing Options] (pp. 35-49)
Cash Flow Management [Direct Deposit; Payment Deferral Service; Advance Payment Program (APP); Pre-delivery Top-up (PDT)] (pp. 51-57)
Value Added [Weatherbug; Identity Preserved Contract Program (IPCP); Value-added Incentive Program (VIP); Wheat Storage Program (WSP); Churchill Storage Program (CSP); New Generation Co-operative (NGC); Field to Plate Program] (pp. 59-73)
Reference [Acronyms; Reference Grades] (p. 74)

Additionally includes one "Quick Reference" insert. This insert "lists program sign-up and deadline dates for the current crop year, as well as FBR [Farm Business Representatives] contact information".

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2007-2008 crop year. The report includes information about the CCC's 2007-2008 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2008, including charts and statistics.

"Our Great Journey - "Growing Great 2015" is a canola industry-wide strategy for achieving specific targets ... In order to reach these targets, the industry will focus on five strategic directions: increased sustainable production; increased consumption and value; improved market access; improved quality of canola oil, meal and seed; and improved understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Quality; Market Access; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2008.

Table of Contents:
Chairman's and President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Increase Sustainable Production of Canola to Meet Demand (p. 4)
Increase Consumption and Value of Canola Seed, Oil and Meal (p. 6)
Improve Quality of Canola Oil, Meal and Seed (p. 12)
Improve Market Access for Canola and its Products (p. 14)
Improve Understanding of the Canola Industry (p. 16)

A commemorative booklet recording the history of Paterson GlobalFoods Inc. [PGF], a Canadian conglomerate of international agri-food and related businesses founded in 1908. The booklet makes record of one hundred years of PGF's history from its early origins until the publication of the booklet in 2008.

Contents:
"Our Roots" [1877]; "Planting the Seeds" [1908]; "Called to War" [1939]; "Time to Grow" [1960]; "New Leadership" [1983]; and "Into the Future" [2008].

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"Paul Stow, Grain Services Coordinator at Mission Terminal in Thunder Bay - the 49th consecutive shipping season of the St. Lawrence Seaway is officially underway with some of the earliest starts on record."

Inside this issue:
"Level-of-service complaint" - Page 3
"E-services expanding" - Page 4
"Agronomist report" - Page 5
"PPOs [Producer Payment Options] make cents" - Page 6

Additionally includes segments titled "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers, and "Just the Kernel", which contains several headlines with brief accompanying explanations [p. 8].

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"Farmer Roger Dahl and CWB regional manager Craig Douglas load producer cars at Viceroy, Saskatchewan."

Inside this issue:
"Record durum exports" - Page 2
"Weather project launched" - Page 4
"Baking is Back" - Page 5
"Transportation year in review" - Page 7

Additionally includes segments titled "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers, and "Just the Kernel", which contains several headlines with brief accompanying explanations [p. 8].

Program booklet for the 2007 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 5-8. Main Stage performers included Ollabelle, John Jorgenson Quintet, The Duhks, Indigo Girls, Corb Lund & The Hurtin' Albertans, African Guitar Summit, Kiran Ahluwalia, Crooked Still, The Flatlanders featuring Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore & Butch Hancock, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Ndidi Onukwulu, Leo Kottke, Boom Pam, Béla Fleck & The Flecktones featuring Victor Lemonte Wooten, Future Man & Jeff Coffin, The Cat Empire, Toumani Diabate's Symmetric Orchestra, Los Lobos, and Randy Newman.

Contents:
Festival Site Map; Welcome from Funders; Welcome from the Festival; Folkfest Checklist; General Information [Operating Times; Getting Here, Getting In, and Getting Home; Festival Traffic Survival Guide; Getting Settled; Rules; Safety; Etiquette; Camping at the Festival]; The Music [Main Stage; Firefly Palace; Finale; Daytime Stage Schedules - Friday, Saturday, Sunday; Folk School Tent; Performer Biographies; Young Performers Program; Hosts; Discography]; Kids at the Fest [Kids' Stage Schedules; Activities Schedule]; Visual Arts [Prairie Outdoor Exhibition; Young Artists Program]; Eat, Drink and Be Merry [Food Village; Taverns]; Shop 'Til You Drop [Hand-Made Village; Music Store Tent; Corner Store; Festival Merchandise; Raffle]; More Than 4 Days in July [Folk Music Retreat; The Folk Exchange; Folk School @ The Folk Exchange; Festival Music Store; Folk Club; Artistic Achievement Award; Winter Wassail; Music in the Market; Festival Concert Series; The Festival Hub; Site Master Plan; Memories: 2006 Festival Photos]; Backstage [Partners; Friends; Donors; Bursary and Access Programs; Volunteer Awards; Volunteers; Winnipeg Folk Festival Board; Winnipeg Folk Festival Staff; Index; In Memoriam/Credits; Donation Form].

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

"For nearly 100 years, Paterson GlobalFoods has connected growers with buyers - diversifying to support those relationships, and expanding to create new ones. In addition to being a leading supplier to primary processors, Paterson GlobalFoods has become a major exporter to food manufacturers around the world. All that we do - supplying quality commodities processed to global standards, whether it be grains, pulses, organics, seeds, food products, animal nutrition, or transportation and financial services - now and in the future will be focused on our customers' satisfaction."

A promotional booklet produced by Paterson GlobalFoods Inc. [PGF] ca. 2007. The booklet includes information and photographs showing the various activities of PGF, a multinational agri-foods and related businesses conglomerate.

Contents:
"A Message from the President"; "Field of Vision"; "Growing Opportunities"; "Making Progress"; "Moving Forward"; "Going Global".

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2006-2007 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2006-2007 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2006-07 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors (p. 2)
Farmers First (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 30)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 65)

"JRI [James Richardson International] is the largest subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, a privately owned corporation that has been family controlled for five generations. ... Today, JRI offices, farm service centres, terminals and food processing facilities extend from coast to coast and beyond, positioning JRI as one of Canada's leading companies ..."

A promotional package created by James Richardson International (JRI) [Richardson International Limited] ca. 2007 which outlines the history and various activities of the multinational agri-food corporation. The package is divided into sections titled "Deep Roots", "Relationships", "Research", and "Diversity".

The package additionally includes a map insert titled "Reach" [showing locations of JRI's Head Office, Farm Service Centres, Terminals, Joint Venture Terminal, Regional Grain Merchandising, Regional Offices, Agri-Foods, Agri-Products, and Kelburn Farm] and a fact sheet insert titled "Richardson International Limited Vancouver Terminal Fact Sheet" [lists facts about their Railcar Storage Capacity; Licensed Terminal Capacity; Unloading; Daily Unload Capacity; Shipping System; Shipping Capacity; Total Annual Shipments; Direct Hit Capability; Cleaning System; Cleaning Capacity; Rail Service; Workhouse; New Annex; and Old Annex].

Promotional package related to the development of The Edgewater on Wellington Crescent, a condominium building located in Winnipeg (Man.).

Includes 1 illustrated "The Edgewater" promotional folder containing 1 price list showing 37 available units for sale and their asking prices as well as 15 units marked as sold, 19 floor plans showing 12 different unit layouts [includes 7 duplicate photocopies of unit layouts], 1 "Condo Features" card and 1 duplicate photocopy outlining the building specifications and available amenities [Entrance Foyer; Interior Features; Kitchen; Bathrooms; Safe, Sound and Secure Homes], 1 Specifications and Features List outlining the building and unit specifications and amenities in greater detail, and 1 business card.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2005-2006 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2005-2006 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2005-06 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors and the president and CEO (p. 2)
We're evolving (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 59)

A program booklet for the 2006 Edmonton Folk Fest which was held at Birds Hill Park from July 6 to July 9. The program provides information about the festival such as the nearest campsites, food options, stage schedules, performer bios, the family area, the Manitoba Writer’s Guild, the handmade goods market, and ways to support the festival. The program includes various advertisements for local businesses.

"The CGC [Canadian Grain Commission] provides independent quality assurance and certification services to producers, the industry and buyers of Canadian grain. The CGC's Grain Research Laboratory (GRL) is an internationally respected leader in grain quality research."

Informative promotional booklet designed to briefly explain the various research activities undertaken by the Canadian Grain Commission's (CGC) Grain Research Laboratory (GRL) and its purpose in the grain industry. The booklet was produced by the CGC ca. 2006 and contains information regarding grain research being done and technologies being used and developed by the GRL, with the inclusion of 22 accompanying photographs showing the same.

Contents:
"The GRL supports the grading and marketing of Canadian grain"; "What makes bread crusty? Spaghetti yellow? Beer foamy?"; "Grain quality inspection and certification services are changing"; "GRL scientists and technicians share diverse skills and experience".

Promotional package related to the development of The Excelsior, a condominium building located in Winnipeg (Man.).

Includes 1 illustrated promotional booklet about the development, 3 floor plans showing different unit layouts, 1 "Features & Amenities" document outlining the building specifications and available amenities, 1 "Buyer's Guide" document, 1 unit price list for 24 different units, 1 "Monthly Common Element Operating Budget" (1 Jan. - 31 Dec. 2006), and 2 Sherwood Developments business cards.

Titled "Celebration of the Century! Celebrating 100 years of agriculture and the first 60 years of Home Economics." Includes messages from the President of the University of Manitoba, the Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, the Dean of the Faculty of Human Ecology, and the Honorary Chair of the AgCentennial 2006 Committee, as well as a schedule of events, a comparative history of the Manitoba Agricultural College campus, biographies on guest speakers Don and Elaine Triggs, and a list of sponsors.

Program booklet for the 2005 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 7-10. Main Stage performers included Kawa Brass Band, Nathan, Ba Cissoko, Bill Frisell Quartet, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Sue Foley, Jackie Greene, The Be Good Tanyas, Bo Dollis & The Wild Magnolias, Dr. John & The Lower 911, Madrigaïa, The Campbell Brothers, Lila Downs, Instinkt, Oliver Mtukudzi & Black Spirits, Odetta, Xavier Rudd, Daniel Lanois, and Emmylou Harris.

Contents:
Site Map; Birds Hill Park Map; Messages from Funders; Welcome; Operating Times; What You Need To Know; Performer Bios; Young Performers Program; Daytime Stage Schedules; Family Area; Firefly Palace; Folk School; Artistic Achievement Award; Prairie Outdoor Exhibition; Young Artist Program; Tribute to David Landy; Hand-made Village; Food Court; Selected Discography; Our Thanks; Songs of the Finale; Main Stage Schedule.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2004-2005 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2004-2005 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2004-05 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To unite western Canadian grain farmers as the world-recognized, premier grain marketer"], and Mission ["The CWB markets and provides quality products and services in order to maximize value to our owners, western Canadian grain farmers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 2)
Pursuing innovation (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Senior management] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 51)

"... the CWB logo is used extensively on a variety of different consumer products to signify a level of quality that enhances the manufacturer's own name. Other manufacturers have also capitalized on the premium reputation of Prairie wheat and barley by identifying the Canadian origin on their product packaging. ... These labeling efforts are a source of pride at the CWB and a strong indication of our vital role as a supplier of premium wheat and barley in world markets."

A promotional booklet about grain product labelling in Canada and globally. The booklet was produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) in 2005.

Includes several examples of national and international companies which have labelled their grain products with the CWB logo or as being "Canadian" in origin, including Robin Hood flour (Canada), ADM Milling flour (Canadian branch), Dover Industries flour (Ontario), Grupo Altex flour (Mexico), George Marriage flour (Britain), Vogel Kimuraya bakery (Japan), "Flourbin" flour (Britain), Danuta pasta products (Poland), CO-OP high-protein flour (Japan), Tsingtao beer (China), and Mister Donut bakery (Japan), as well as flour millers in Italy and Greece.

A bilingual program booklet for a conference titled "A New Era in Grain Quality Assurance" hosted by the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) from 27-30 June 2005 at the Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The program includes both English and French versions of the event schedule for each day of the conference, the "Welcome" by Rosann Wowchuk (Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives for Manitoba), and the Speakers' biographies.

Speakers included Dr. Geoffrey Annison; Dr. Peter Burnett; Dr. Robert Cooke; Germain Denis; Dr. Ron DePauw; Dr. Malcolm Devine; Dr. Hartley Furtan; Dr. Kevin Gale; Chris Hamblin; Terry Harasym; Curtis Johnson; Peter W. Jones; Dr. George L. Lookhart; Owen McAuley; Dr. Murray McLaughlin; Adrian C. Measner; Koji Murakami; Dr. Brian Oleson; Dr. Mariano Otamendi; Len Penner; Dr. Daniel Perry; Dr. Bill Scowcroft; David Shipman; Dr. Bill Wilson; and Rosann Wowchuk.

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"WTO [World Trade Organization] worries: On guard for Canadian farms."

Inside this issue:
"Farmers and food safety" - Page 3
"New barley option" - Page 4
"Teen fights fusarium" - Page 6
"CWB takes U.S. to court" - Page 7

Additionally includes segments titled "Just the Kernel", which contains several headlines with brief accompanying explanations [p. 3] and "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [p. 8].

Promotional package related to the development of Fairchild Lofts, a condominium building located in Winnipeg (Man.).

1 promotional "Fairchild Lofts" folder containing 1 illustrated information booklet [includes information about the development's location in the Exchange District and the "Heritage and History" of the building; lists of the development's Common Area, Building, and Standard Suite features; and a "Fact Sheet" listing information about the development], 1 page of information about mortgage options and Annual Percentage Rates [APR], 17 unit floor plans [2 with annotation] showing different unit layouts, 5 floor layout plans [3 with annotation], and 1 business card.

"With the CWB's Producer Payment Options (PPOs), the choice is yours: you can market your wheat and barley and receive payment through the pool accounts, you can lock in a floor price for your grain and still benefit from future increases in the pool return or you can lock in a price for your grain based on future markets. ... There are three different options: the Basis Payment Contract (BPC), the Fixed Price Contract (FPC) and the Early Payment Option (EPO)."

Informational pamphlet designed to explain the differences between three different Producer Payment Options (PPOs) that are available to Canadian grain farmers. The pamphlet is organized into 5 sections separated by tabbed dividers and was produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) ahead of the 2004-2005 crop year.

Includes:
Introduction ["PPO's at a glance"]; Basis Payment Contract (BPC) ["What is it?"; "How does it work?"]; Fixed Price Contract (FPC) ["What is it?"; "How does it work?"]; Early Payment Option (EPO) ["What is it?"; "How does it work?"]; Other Program Features and Glossary ["Target price for BPC and FPC"; "Exchange for physicals"; "Glossary"]; and PPO Questions and Answers.

Program booklet for the 2004 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 8-11. Main Stage performers included The Perpetrators, Spirit of the West, Tegan & Sara, Taj Mahal & The Hula Blues, Warsaw Village Band, Vusi Mahlasela, Linda Tillery & The Cultural Heritage Choir, David Lindley, The Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family & Friends, Ibrahim Ferrer, Utah Phillips, Les Batinses, The Duhks, The Nits, Plena Libre, Fiamma Fumana, Shooglenifty, and Sarah Harmer.

Contents:
Site Map; Messages from Funders; Welcome; Operating Times; What You Need To Know; Performer Bios; Young Performers Program; Daytime Stage Schedules; Family Area; Firefly Palace; An Interview With Ibrahim Ferrer; Prairie Outdoor Exhibition; Hand-Made Village; Selected Discography; Food Village; Our Thanks; Songs of the Finale; Mainstage Schedule.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

Conference packet produced in accordance with the 13th Annual Grain World Grain and Livestock Conference held at the Fairmont in Winnipeg (Man.) from 22-24 February 2004. Packet includes workbook, 2004 conference program, miniature "Pocket Program", and participant list. Lined note pages in workbook are left blank.

Contents:
Grain World Organizing Committee [includes members representing the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB), Canadian Grain Commission, Winnipeg Commodity Exchange, Manitoba Agriculture and Food, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Farmers' Independent Weekly, University of Manitoba, Alberta Agriculture - Food and Rural Development, and Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food, as well as Free Agents]; Thank You to Our Sponsors; Greetings from the Grain World Conference Chair; Message from the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food; Message from the Premier of Manitoba; Message from the Mayor of Winnipeg; Grain World 2004 program; Panel: China - The Once and Future Market [Moderator: Dr. Ed Tyrchniewicz; Dr. Funing Zhong; Dr. Scott Rozelle; presentation slides titled "China Grain and Oilseed Overview" by Jacqueline Wu]; Wheat Outlook [Rick Steinke]; Luncheon - The Economic Outlook [Dr. Sherry Cooper]; Oilseeds Outlook [Dr. Parry Dixon]; Pulse and Special Crops Outlook [Stan Skrypetz]; Coarse Grains Outlook [Emily S. French]; Barley Outlook [Bob Cuthbert]; Banquet [with Comedian Big Daddy Tazz]; Breakfast - Weather in 2004 [Douglas Le Comte]; Beef Outlook [James Robb]; Pork Outlook [Shawn Mills]; Panel: World Hunger - Case Critical [Moderator: Jim Cornelius; Paul E. Arès; Dr. Barbara Macdonald; Dr. James L. McDonald]; Luncheon [Stephen Lewis].

Additionally contains several print advertisements for various local and Canadian businesses and corporate bodies.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2003-2004 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2003-2004 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2003-04 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To unite western Canadian grain farmers as the world-recognized, premier grain marketer"], and Mission ["The CWB markets and provides quality products and services in order to maximize value to our owners, western Canadian grain farmers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 2)
All in a day's work (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Senior management] - (p. 16)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The feed barley pool; The designated barley pool] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 51)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"... it's up to the CWB to market your wheat, durum and barley for the best prices possible in an ever-changing international marketplace. The plans and challenges that face the CWB in 2003-04 are explained in this special edition, so please take time to read it through."

Inside this issue:
"Tendering and car awards" - Page 3
"Visiting "minor" exporters" - Page 5
"Malting barley news" - Pages 6-8
"Factors affecting wheat pool" - Pages 10-11

Additionally includes segment titled "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [p. 12].

Foldable, double-sided educational poster created by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the steps in the interrelated processes of Milling [including Durum Wheat; Wheat Intake; Cleaning; Tempering; The Milling Process; Semolina] and Pasta Making [including Mixing; Extrusion; Drying; Packaging].

Additionally includes 1 image showing a cross-section of an amber durum wheat kernel; 1 diagram of an amber durum wheat kernel highlighting its different components [Endosperm; Bran; Germ]; and 4 images showing different pasta products made with durum semolina [Dry Pasta (Long Products and Short Products); Fresh Pasta; and Couscous].

Program booklet for the 2003 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 8-11. Main Stage performers included Slainte Mhath, Le Vent Du Nord, Blackie & the Rodeo Kings, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Bob Geldof, Son De Madera, Kathleen Edwards, John Hammond, The Waifs, Leon Redbone, Buddy Guy, Stringband, April Verch, Abdullah Chhadeh & Nara, Billy Bragg, Seven Nations, Tom Paxton, Hamid Baroudi, White Cockatoo, Petrona Martinez, and Ani DiFranco.

Contents:
Site Map 2003; Messages from Funders; Messages from: President, General Manager, Artistic Director; Festival Operating Times; What You Need to Know; Performer Bios; Young Performers Program; Daytime Stage Schedules; Family Area; History of the Folk Festival; Festival Memories; Discography; Food Vendors; Hand-Made Village; Our Thanks; Songs of the Finale; Main Stage Concerts.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

A step-by-step informational guide to the process of loading producer cars with grain. The booklet was composed by transportation consultant Paul Beingessner ca. 2003, with contributions from the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC), the Saskatchewan Grain Car Corporation, and the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM). The booklet is organized into 10 sections separated by 7 tabbed dividers.

Includes:
I. Introduction
II. Analyzing Your Options [Producer Car Loading Options; Choosing an Administrator]
III. Know Your Grain [Proper Sampling is Key; Importance of Objective Third Party Grading; Keep Your Grain in Condition]
IV. Ordering and Authorization of Producer Cars [Ordering a Producer Car; Authorization of a Producer Car]
V. Preparation and Loading Day [Before Your Car Arrives; Loading Day; Tracking Your Car Enroute]
VI. Unload and Settlement [Weighing and Grading; Notification of Unload Results; Settlement]
VII. Troubleshooting [Car Supply Issues; Insect Infestations; Contamination; Re-inspection; Claims Against Leaks or Derailments; Overloaded Cars; Bulkhead Cars; Sampling; Rail Line and Hopper Car Capacities]
VIII. Frequently Asked Questions
IX. Contacts
X. Documents

Additionally includes several print advertisements for various Western Canadian grain transportation businesses.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2002-2003 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2002-2003 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2002-03 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"], and Mission ["The CWB markets quality products and services in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain producers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 1)
Farm faces (p. 3)
Corporate governance (p. 14)
CWB performance highlights (p. 14)
Farmer-controlled board of directors (p. 16)
Senior management (p. 22)
Management discussion and analysis (p. 24)
The wheat pool (p. 26)
The durum pool (p. 29)
The feed barley pool (p. 31)
The designated barley pool (p. 33)
Financial results (p. 43)
Notes to the financial statements (p. 54)
Glossary of financial terms (p. 65)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"Cover photo: In February, CWB farmer-directors Ken Ritter and Larry Hill travelled to Australia to meet with grain industry officials. They toured the AusBulk facility in Adelaide, South Australia with Ausbulk director Adrian Glover and chief operating officer John Warda. AusBulk is the major bulk handling company in southern Australia."

Inside this issue:
"Promoting Canadian Wheat in Japan" - Page 2
"Grain Marketing Report" - Page 4-5
"U.S. imposes tariffs" - Page 6

Additionally includes segment titled "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [pp. 7-8].

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to grain production and the grain industry.

"Improved weather and soil moisture conditions across much of Western Canada should mean an early harvest in some areas this year."

Inside this issue:
"CWHW [Canada Western Hard White wheat] development" - Page 3
"[Wheat; Feed barley; Malting barley] Market outlook" - Page 4
"[CWB] Fellowship winners" - Page 6

Additionally includes segment titled " "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [pp. 7-8].

Foldable, double-sided educational poster created by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the steps in the interrelated processes of Malting [including Malting Barley; Steep Tank; Germination Compartment; Kilning; and Malt] and Brewing [including Milled Malt; Cereal Adjunct; Cooker; Mash Tun; Lauter Tun; Brew Kettle (Hops); Fermentation (Yeast); Storage & Filtration; and End Product] beer.

Additionally includes 2 images showing malting barley and malt as viewed under an electron microscope; and 1 diagram of a barley kernel highlighting its components [Endosperm; Aleurone Layer; Embryo].

Foldable, double-sided educational poster created by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the steps in the interrelated processes of Flour Milling [including Wheat Intake; Cleaning & Tempering; The Milling Process; Flours; Flour Treatment; By-products] and Bread Baking [including Methods & Ingredients; Mixing; Fermentation; Make-up; Final Proof; Baking].

Additionally includes 1 image showing a cross-section of a wheat kernel; 1 diagram of a wheat kernel highlighting its different components [Endosperm; Bran; Germ]; and 4 images showing four different "Basic Bread Types" [Pan Breads; Hearth Breads; Flat Breads; and Steamed Breads].

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2001-2002 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2001-2002 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2001-02 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"], and Mission ["The CWB markets quality products and services in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain producers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
Core values (p. 2)
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President/CEO (p. 14)
CWB performance highlights (p. 15)
Board of directors (p. 16)
Corporate governance (p. 18)
Senior management (p. 22)
Management discussion and analysis (p. 24)
The wheat pool (p. 26)
The durum pool (p. 28)
The feed barley pool (p. 30)
The designated barley pool (p. 32)
Financial results (p. 39)
Notes to the financial statements (p. 49)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

A bimonthly Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) periodical which reports on matters of interest related to the grain industry.

"A group of millers from the United Kingdom visited Agricore United's Agassiz elevator and the Ven Deynze family's farm near Somerset, MB during a tour hosted by the CWB."

Inside this issue:
"Options for hopper car fleet - Page 6"
"CWB Long-term Plan to 2006-07 - Page 6-7"
"Improving customer service - Page 9"

Additionally includes segments titled "What's been going on - A listing of some of the activities involving the CWB ... across the Prairies and around the world" (during the months of April and May 2002) [pp. 2-3] and "Questions farmers are asking" which contains answers to questions submitted by farmers [p. 12].

Program booklet for the 2002 Winnipeg Folk Festival, held at Birds Hill Park from July 11-14. Main Stage performers included The Wailin' Jennys, Ron Sexsmith, Dervish, Rokia Traore, Sam Bush, Fabulous Thunderbirds, Mason Jennings, Jane Bunnett, Tim O'Brien, Amampondo, Habana Sax, Horace X, Ellen McIlwaine, Lennie Gallant, Colin Linden, Kristi Stassinopoulou, Ian Tyson, De Dannan, Toshi Reagon, Oscar Lopez, Richie Havens, Nick Lowe, and Oysterband.

Contents:
Site Map 2002; Welcome; Messages from Funders; Messages from President, General Manager, and Artistic Director; Festival Info; Operating Times; What You Need to Know; Give to your Folk Festival; The Music; Performer Bios; Young Performers Program; Daytime Stages Schedule; Family Area; Main Stage Concert Schedule; Songs of the Finale; Discography; Services; Food; Hand-Made Village; Our Thanks; Volunteers; Donors; Sponsors; Government; Article: Peter Gzowski - In Memoriam.

Additionally contains several print advertisements for local businesses.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2000-2001 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2000-2001 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2000-01 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"], and Mission ["The CWB markets quality product and service in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain producers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
Introductory statement (p. 1).
A message from the Chair of the Board of Directors and the President/CEO (p. 2)
CWB performance highlights (p. 3)
Board of Directors (p. 6)
From the land (Farmer issues) (p. 8)
On track (Transportation) (p. 10)
Setting sail (Customers) (p. 12)
Inside and ahead (Corporate and employees) (p. 14)
Management Discussions and Analysis (p. 16)
The wheat pool (p. 17)
The durum pool (p. 20)
The feed barley pool (p. 22)
The malting barley pool (p. 24)
Financial results (p. 35)
Notes to the financial statements (p. 46)
Glossary of financial terms (p. 57)
Senior management (p. 58)
Corporate governance (p. 60)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 2000-2001 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-2001. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year, with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs may also change during the crop year to reflect changes in freight rates."

Annual report with accompanying statistical tables produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 1999-2000 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 1999-2001 goals and results, as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "1999-2000 Financial Highlights" and their Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"] and Mission ["The CWB markets quality product and services in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain farmers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the President/CEO and the Chair of the Board of Directors (p. 2)
1999-2000 Chart of Goals and Results (p. 4)
Innovative Marketers (p. 6)
Accountable (p. 10)
Flexible (p. 13)
Efficient (p. 16)
Farmer Advocates (p. 19)
Management Discussion and Analysis (p. 22)
1999-2000 Crop Year in Review (p. 23)
1999-2000 Pool Accounts (p. 27)
Wheat Results (p. 29)
Durum Results (p. 32)
Feed Barley Results (p. 34)
Designated Barley Results (p. 36)
Financial Results (p. 51)
Notes to the Financial Statements (p. 62)
Glossary of Financial Terms (p. 71)
Corporate Governance: A Report from the Board of Directors (p. 73)
Accomplishments of Board of Director Committees (p. 75)
Board of Directors (p. 78)
Senior Management (p. 79)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Thirty-First Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the Holiday Inn Airport West in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 2, 2000. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. Also included with the annual report booklet is a producer plus basic quota list for 2000.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Thirtieth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the Holiday Inn Airport West in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 2, 1999. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. Also included with the annual report booklet is a producer plus basic quota list for 1999.

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 1999-2000 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-2000. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs remain constant during the crop year."

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 1998-1999 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-1999. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year, with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs remain constant during the crop year."

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Twenty-Ninth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 5, 1998. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. The name “Don McFadden” is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page. Also included with the annual report booklet is a producer plus basic quota list for 1998.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Twenty-Fifth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 8, 1994. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. The name “Don McFadden” is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page. Also included with the annual report booklet is a producer plus basic quota list for 1994, and a handwritten list of the Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Directors from 1968 to 1993.

A report for donors to the University of Manitoba for the year of 1992. Includes a message from the president, fund raising report, articles on specific donors and donations, expenditure examples, university news highlights, etc.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Twenty-Second Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the Radisson Suite Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 7, 1991. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. The name "Don McFadden" is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page. Also included with the annual report booklet is a a report titled “1990 Broiler Cost of Production Figures,” and a producer plus basic quota list for 1991.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Twenty-First Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 14, 1990. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a producer board report, market allotments, the proposed budget for the year, a list of elected directors, an export report, and several others. Also included with the annual report booklet is a copy of the minutes from the previous annual meeting in 1989, and a producer plus basic quota list for 1990.

A pamphlet titled “The Canadian Wheat Board Producer’s Pamphlet: Your Permit Application and Details of the Quota System” for the crop year 1990 to 1991. Part one of the pamphlet provides an outline of quota policies for various agricultural crops such as wheat and barley, non-board grains, and selected grains. The pamphlet also provides information about changing quota acres, cash advances, gristing for family use, recording grain deliveries, and producer cars. Part two of the pamphlet outlines ways that producers can apply for a delivery permit. There are ten application steps listed and descriptions for each.

A collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board annual meetings. There is one minutes document for each year from 1970 to 1989. The majority of the meetings were held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, although several were also held at the Niakwa Motor Hotel and the Ramada Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Each document lists the date and location of the meeting and provides details about the topics discussed. Several of the minutes documents include appendices. At each meeting elections for district representatives took place and were recorded in the minutes. Some of the other discussion topics for the meetings included national marketing, auditor reports, reports from the chairman, interactions with the Canada Department of Agriculture, fire insurance, budgets, by-laws, and producer board reports.

A pamphlet titled “The Canadian Wheat Board Producer’s Pamphlet: Your Permit Application and Details of the Quota System” for the crop year 1989 to 1990. Part one of the pamphlet provides an outline of quota policies for various agricultural crops such as wheat and barley, off-board oats, and non-board grains. The pamphlet also provides information about changing quota acres, cash advances, gristing for family use, recording grain deliveries, and producer cars. Part two of the pamphlet outlines ways that producers can apply for a delivery permit. There are ten application steps listed and descriptions for each.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Twentieth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 1, 1989. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and items such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors and staff members along with their portrait photographs, a producer board report, financial reports, a director report, an export report, and many others. The name "Don McFadden" is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page. Also included with the report booklet is a leaflet from the Poultry Product Producers of Manitoba advertising an Income Replacement Plan, an export report, a copy of the minutes from the 1989 Semi-Annual Meeting, and a list of the Producer Plus Quota List for 1989.

A 40 year reunion commemorative graduate list from the Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Manitoba for the classes of 1948-1950. The event took place on June 7-8, 1989 at Hecla Island, Manitoba. Consists primarily of an extensive list of agricultural graduates (Aggies) and includes their current home addresses, wives' maiden names, occupations since graduation, expected retirement date, etc. Several names throughout the booklet have been circled, some with dates written beside them. "Don McFadden" is written in the top right corner of the front cover.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Nineteenth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 9, 1988. The annual report consists of several smaller reports such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors, a producer board report, financial reports, a manager’s report, charts, the proposed budget for the year, an export report, and many others. Also inside the report booklet is a list of the 1988 Producers Plus Quota List. The name "Don McFadden" is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page.

A guide and worksheet booklet titled “Rental and Custom Charges for Farm Machinery” published by the Manitoba Department of Agriculture in 1988. The booklet is marked as AGDEX 740. The first page of the guide outlines eight steps describing how to use the worksheet. The booklet includes information about tractor rental rates, combine rental and custom rates, and combine separating areas. There are three information tables on pages 6 to 11 which list various farm machinery. The tables contain numerous blank cells for calculations. The back cover page of the booklet lists numerous metric conversion factors.

A small collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board meetings in 1987. Only two meeting minutes are included. The minutes are dated January 12, 1987 and January 15, 1987. Each document lists the date, and the names of people present for the meeting, and provides details about the topics discussed. Both minutes documents are all labelled as Directors Meetings. Some of the discussion topics for the meetings include premiums paid to the board, various statements of account, various motions, pool payments, and various correspondences with the board.

A collection of numerous correspondence letters and several supplementary materials such as reports, maps, and lists for the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The majority of the correspondences are addressed to or from Don J. McFadden. The dates of the correspondences and other materials range between 1969 and 1987, although the majority are from 1986 and 1987. The correspondences discuss a wide variety of topics such as poultry trade negotiations between Canada and the United States, discussion of meeting minutes, membership fees, quota allocations and allowances, appraisal of farm properties, turkey raising and breeding methods, and a marketing mission to Japan.
Organization letterheads: Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board, Ministry of Agriculture, Manitoba Natural Products Marketing Council, Manitoba Chicken Broiler Producers’ Marketing Board, National Farmers Union, Scarth Dooley Olsen Barristers & Solicitors, Managra Consultants, Charison’s Turkey Hatchery LTD, Swift Canadian Co. Limited, and Forest Guenette Chaput Chartered Accountants.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Eighteenth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 4, 1987. The annual report consists of several smaller reports such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors, a producer board report, financial reports, a marketing agency report, charts, the proposed budget for the year, an export report, and many others.

A collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board Semi-Annual Meetings. The meeting dates were October 23, 1984, November 7, 1985, and November 5, 1986. The location of all three meetings is listed as the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The first minutes document is formatted as a Q&A and alternates between questions and answers. The second minutes document covers topics such as winter tom production, free trade, clearance certificates, quota allocations, and fresh products for the retail market. The third minutes document is a photocopy of handwritten meeting minutes and covers topics such as multiple breeder policies, Alberta’s broiler program, and a report from the Manitoba Poultry Health Advisory Committee.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Seventeenth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on February 26, 1986. The annual report consists of several smaller reports such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors, a page of portrait photographs of all the board directors and staff, a producer board report, financial reports, a marketing agency report, the proposed budget for the year, an export report, and many others. The name “Don McFadden” is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page.

A collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board meetings in 1986. The minutes range from January 9, 1986, to December 17, 1986. Only three minutes documents have a location listed. Each document lists the date, and the names of people present for the meeting, and provides details about the topics discussed. The minutes documents are all labelled as Directors Meetings. Some of the discussion topics for the meetings include price increases for toms and hens, the proposed budget for the year, various correspondences with the board, winter tom production, upcoming meetings with other organizations, and details about a meeting with broiler producers.

A pamphlet titled “The Canadian Wheat Board Producer’s Pamphlet: Your Permit Application and Details of the Quota System” for the crop year 1986 to 1987. Part one of the pamphlet provides an outline of quota policies for various agricultural crops such as wheat, oats and barley, non-board grains and selected grains. The pamphlet also provides information about changing quota acres, deliveries to purchase seed, and gristing for family use. Part two of the pamphlet outlines ways that producers can apply for a delivery permit. There are ten application steps listed and descriptions for each. The final page of the pamphlet is a permit book application worksheet that has been filled out by Donald J. McFadden. There is a handwritten note at the bottom of the page indicating that the worksheet was filled out at [Cargill] on July 7, 1986.

"... this issue is dedicated entirely to the history of the [Canadian Wheat] Board, with a few looks at the organization today and in the future."

Contents:
Introduction; The Thirties [Collapse of the Central Selling Agency; Bennett and John McFarland; The Wheat Board of 1935; Operations through 1939; The Wheat Board's ad campaign]; The Forties [The War and Grain Sales; The Wheat Board in 1943; George H. McIvor; The Five-Year Pool; The Board Takes on Oats and Barley; When the U.S. was our largest customer]; The Fifties [Surpluses Build Again; The U.S. Begins to Buy Market Share; The Temporary Wheat Reserves Act; From grain storage to skating rinks; Cash Advances; The Seaway]; The Sixties [The Board Begins to Change Gears; The Rise and Fall of the IGA (International Grains Arrangement); Was that ton short or long?; Wheat Stocks Build to a Billion]; The Seventies [Lower Inventory for Tomorrow (LIFT); A Complete Review; The Billion Disappears; The 1985 Target; The Bottleneck; The Board Grabs the Bull by the Horns]; The Eighties [The CWB Hoppers Pay Off; The Quantum Leap; The Target is Reached; Today's Wheat Board]; The Board in 1985 [W. Esmond Jarvis (Chief Commissioner); Dr. R. L. (Larry) Kristjanson; Forrest M. Hetland; Dr. J. L. (Jim) Leibfried; W. H. (Bill) Smith]; The Future.

A collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board meetings in 1985. The minutes range from January 8, 1985, to December 17, 1985. Only three minutes documents have a location listed. Each document lists the date, and the names of people present for the meeting, and provides details about the topics discussed. The minutes documents alternate between Directors Meetings and Pricing Meetings and various minutes have correspondences included. The minutes recorded on January 29, 1985, were for a joint meeting held between the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board and the Manitoba Chicken Broiler Producers’ Marketing Board. Some of the discussion topics for the meetings include various correspondences with the board, spending authorization of board funds, expense accounts, reports from the salmonella committee, a domestic feed grains policy, quota base amendments, and a shipment of live birds to the United States.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Sixteenth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on February 26, 1985. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and single pages such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors, a producer board report, a marketing agency report, an export report, financial reports, and a proposed budget for the year. The five tabs on the annual report indicate sections for “C.T.M.A. Report,” “Budget,” “Export Report,” “Promotion Report,” and “K.A.P. Report.” The name "Don McFadden" is printed in the top right corner of the front cover page.

A newsletter titled “Easy Breathing” from the Manitoba Lung Association, a Division of the Sanatorium Board of Manitoba, in March 1984. The newsletter is marked as Volume 11, Number 1. On the cover page of the newsletter is a diagram of the lungs and all the different areas are labelled. The newsletter provides information about bronchitis and pneumonia, has a profile on Dr. C.B. Schoemperlen, a bronchoscopy pioneer, and outlines why smoking is detrimental to lung health. On the back page of the newsletter, there is a mailing address sticker addressed to Mrs Margaret McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84, from Manitoba Agriculture. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 2: Moisture and Climate. The course was created in 1984. The courses were sent in the mail to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. The packet includes the Lesson 2 booklet which is full of diagrams and information tables, and provides information about topics such as determining the moisture level in soil, how plants use water, and the effects of fertilizer. The packet includes a second booklet titled “Southern Manitoba’s Climate & Agriculture” by S. Dunlop and C.F. Shaykewich from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Manitoba.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84 from Manitoba Agriculture. The course was created in 1984. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 3: Salinity and Drainage. The courses were sent in the mail to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. Included in the envelope is the Lesson 3 booklet which contains diagrams and information tables, and provides information about topics such as detecting salinity in soils, topography, soil drainage, and drainage costs.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84 from Manitoba Agriculture. The course was created in 1984. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 4: Soil Fertility. The courses were sent in the mail to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. Included in the envelope is the Lesson 4 booklet which contains diagrams and information tables, and provides information about topics such as nitrogen in soil, soil phosphorus, and the role of potassium and sulphur. Also included is a list of Soils ‘84 television shows for participants to watch, a page about legume inoculation written in 1981, a leaflet titled “Nitrogen Fixation and Legumes in Crop Rotation” which was written in 1982, and a second leaflet titled “Micronutrients in Crop Production” which was written in 1983.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84 from Manitoba Agriculture. The course was created in 1984. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 8: Tillage. The courses were mailed to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. Included in the envelope is the Lesson 8 booklet which contains information tables and photographs, and provides information about topics such as selecting tillage equipment, specific implements for tilling, and tillage systems. Also included in the envelope are the final exam for the course, exam instructions, and an evaluation form for the course.

The Manitoba Turkey Producers Marketing Board Fifteenth Annual Meeting report. The annual meeting was held at the International Inn in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on March 7, 1984. The annual report consists of several smaller reports and single pages such as a meeting agenda, a list of current directors, a producer board report, a marketing agency report, the budget for the year, financial records, a list of current turkey producers, and several others. The four tabs on the annual report indicate sections for “Producer Board Report,” “Promotion Report,” “Export Report,” and “Salmonella Report.” The name "Don McFadden" is handwritten in the top right corner of the front cover page.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84 from Manitoba Agriculture. The course was created in 1984. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 5: Soil Testing. The courses were mailed to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. Included in the envelope is the Lesson 5 booklet which contains diagrams and information tables, and provides information about topics such as soil testing, sample handling, some fertilizer recommendations, and plant tissue analysis. Also included is a booklet titled “Plant Tissue Analysis,” written in 1981, a booklet titled “Soil Testing Services in Manitoba,” written in 1983, and a leaflet that is a guide for understanding soil test reports. The last material included in the packet is a diagram of a soil sample drying cabinet.

A collection of meeting minutes from the Manitoba Turkey Producers’ Marketing Board meetings in 1984. The minutes range from January 17, 1984, to December 18, 1984. Only four minutes documents have a location listed. Each document lists the date, and the names of people present for the meeting, and provides details about the topics discussed. The minutes documents alternate between Directors Meetings and Pricing Meetings and various minutes have correspondences included. Some of the discussion topics for the meetings include various correspondences with the board, feed costs, a line of credit for the board, comments and concerns from various processors, a poultry supply program, the export of products to Japan, and quota regulations.

A collection of supplementary documents produced by or regarding various Turkey Marketing Groups in Canada. The document creation dates range from 1972 to 1984. The collection includes documents such as “Manitoba’s Comments on the Canadian Turkey Marketing Agency,” veterinary reports, quota allocation formulas, bundles of correspondence, “What Farmers Should Known About Bill C-176,” news reports, a draft of “Overview Paper in Economic Intervention and Regulation in Canadian Agriculture,” and several others. The collection also includes two newspaper clippings. One article details a farm policy, and the other is titled “Farm setup under attack.” The name D.J. McFadden" is handwritten in pencil on one of the documents.

A course materials packet for the Manitoba Homestudy Course, Soils ‘84 from Manitoba Agriculture. The materials included in the packet are for Lesson 1: Soil Characteristics. The course was created in 1984. The courses were sent in the mail to Donald McFadden in Rivers, Manitoba from the organization in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1997. The packet includes the “Author List for Soild ‘84”, a short article titled “The Agricultural Land Resource,” the Lesson 1 booklet, a pamphlet titled “Soil Surveys Can Help You,” and another pamphlet titled “Farmers and Ranchers.”