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Agricultural Programs
Carlton Trail Regional College supports local agriculture by providing training opportunities to local producers. If you are interested in expanding or enhancing your operation, CTRC has programs designed specifically for you.
Interested in a class but don't see what you're looking for? Give us a call, we will try to accommodate you!
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| Description: |
This course is for producers wishing to incorporate the use of futures and/or options in their marketing programs. You will gain an appreciation of the uses and limitations of these marketing strategies within a grain enterprise. Highlights include assessing potential hedging strategies, examining potential strategies to incorporated Fixed Price Contracts and/or Early Payment Options available from the CWB, and commodity options and their uses/limitations within a grain enterprise.
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| Location: |
Humboldt |
| Dates: |
December 16 & 17, 2010
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| Pre-requisites: |
It is recommended that you have participated in the Grain Marketing Basics course. |
| Cost: |
$389 (includes books) |
| Additional Info: |
Pre-register by calling the Humboldt office at 682-2623 or 1-800-667-2623.
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| Description: |
This course provides you with the basic knowledge of using Aluminum Phosphide for control of insects stored in grain and control of ground squirrels on your own farm. It is also for elevator employees to control insects in grain stored in the elevator. Separate application must be made to Sask Ag & Food for a license after completing the course. Part of this course was formerly known as “Grain Fumigation.” |
| Location: |
Humboldt
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| Dates & Times: |
December 13 & 14, 2010
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| Cost: |
$700 (includes materials) |
| Additional Info: |
Contact the Humboldt office at 682-2623 or 1-800-667-2623 for registration. |
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| Description: |
This course is designed to enable you to set up a complete set of farm books using AgExpert Analyst software. Basic computer and bookkeeping skills are essential. |
| Location: |
Humboldt
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| Class Dates: |
This course will be offered in Humboldt based on interest
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| Cost: |
$329 (includes materials) |
| Additional Info: |
Contact the Humboldt office at 682-2623 or 1-800-667-2623 to show your interest and to register.
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| Description: |
This workshop will provide you with a sound understanding of basic grain marketing principles and strategies. This information will enable you to identify marketing opportunities within your grain enterprise that will increase the returns to your production system. Highlights of the course include examining key factors that influence grain price, pricing options available through the Canadian Wheat Board, and the role of technical and fundamental analysis in the establishment of grain prices. |
| Location: |
Humboldt |
| Dates: |
December 9 & 10, 2010
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| Instructor: |
SIAST |
| Cost: |
$389 (includes books)
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| Additional Info: |
Pre-register by contacting the Humboldt office at 682-2623 or 1-800-667-2623. |
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| Description: |
This hands-on course enables you to take advantage of advanced features in AgExpert Analyst software. You will generate and analyze various reports and tools to support the farm management process. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating integrity of reported information from the database to government programs. You will also have an opportunity to identify features to use in your own operation and to establish a plan for further skills enhancement. It is recommended that you have an understanding of AgExpert Analyst software or have participated in the Intro to AgExpert course. Software is available for an additional fee. |
| Location: |
This course will be offered in Humboldt based on interest
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| Cost: |
$199 (includes materials) |
| Additional Info: |
Contact the Humboldt office at 682-2623 or 1-800-667-2623 to show interest and for registration. |
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