Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC)

The AgriInsurance deadline (March 31) to sign up or make changes for coverage is fast approaching! If you have questions, make an appointment with your insurance specialist. bit.ly/MASC_Contact

Our 𝘮𝘺MASC servers are undergoing some regular maintenance today. Between the hours of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., printing and emailing documents and statements will be temporarily disabled. Regular service will resume after 11 a.m.

It’s time to thaw out and start thinking about your AgriInsurance coverage in 2026. March 31 is the last day to make changes to (or sign up for) coverage. Have questions? Make an appointment with your MASC insurance specialist at bit.ly/MASC_Contact.

A recap of our Feb. 4 Roots to Results webinar, including five tips for rethinking crop insurance for your farm from @MASC_MB, is now live on our blog! Read it here: ow.ly/nxiq50YeAVc #MbAg #cdnag #westcdnag

MASC Service Centres are closed today (February 16) in observance of Louis Riel Day. Regular business hours will resume tomorrow.

Two more MASC career competitions are closing today (January 11). Apply now for our Administrative Support or Administrative Assistant – Digital positions, both based at our service centre in Portage la Prairie. Good luck! bit.ly/MASC_Careers

MASC is looking for someone who has experience with payroll systems and collective agreements to serve an 18-month term as a Pay & Benefits Clerk. Working at our service centre in Brandon, you’ll be responsible for payroll and benefits administration, and providing interpretation of our collective agreements, policies, and procedures. Apply today at ow.ly/jvAY50XToEj.

As a Manitoba farmer, you know that dealing with wildlife is a year-round concern. That’s why there are no deadlines for the Wildlife Compensation Program. If you discover wildlife damage inflicted on your livestock, fields, or stored grain/feed, contact MASC as soon as possible to begin your claim. For more information, visit bit.ly/MASC_WDC.

Your operation. Your decisions. Join Courtney, LPI Coordinator, as she explains the flexibility producers have when receiving an LPI claim payment. Watch now: lpi.ca/news/from-past…

Happening now: St. Jean Farm Days, aka ‘The Biggest Little Farm Show in Canada!’ Now in its 39th year, the event features great speakers, local networking, and great food! St. Jean Farm Days runs today (January 7) and tomorrow at the St. Jean Centennial Hall. Stop by and see what’s happening!

Our Meal in the Field door prize was such a hit last year that we’re offering it again at @MBAgDays 2026! Visit the MASC booth to enter, and if you’re our lucky winner, we’ll deliver a full meal plus an MASC prize pack directly to your headland during harvest!

MASC lending rates for January 2026 are now available at bit.ly/MASC_Lending_R…. MASC Direct Loans are available for debt consolidation, land and equipment purchases, and most other agricultural purposes. Talk to one of our loan specialists today!

The first webinar of this year’s Manitoba Agriculture StockTalk series is happening this Thursday, January 8 at 12:30 p.m. Listen in on discussions with specialists and invited guests about timely topics and ways to optimize your cattle operation! Register today at bit.ly/StockTalkWebin…

MASC is looking for full-time Administration Support at our service centre in Portage la Prairie. Duties include mail and shipping management, records management, assisting with fleet vehicle administration, and more. Benefits include working with a great team, an engaging environment, and a healthy work-life balance. Apply today, this competition closes on January 11 – ow.ly/YLKj50XQCcz.

It’s never too early to plan the inputs for this year’s crop. How much fertilizer is both effective and profitable? Manitoba Agriculture’s Fertilizer Efficiency Calculator can help you find the best fertilizer rates and options for your farm. Get started today at bit.ly/MBAg_Fertilize…

We’ve got you covered - at @MBAgDays and in the field! MASC has a full suite of risk management programs including AgriInsurance, Forage Insurance, Livestock Price Insurance, and more! Visit MASC’s booth and speak to our insurance specialists about your coverage options for 2026. #MASCatAgDays26

MASC is looking for an Administrative Assistant for our Digital division. Working out of our service centre in Portage la Prairie, you’ll use your keen attention to detail and accuracy to provide administrative support and assist with day-to-day business. This competition closes on Sunday, January 11, apply today at ow.ly/aMNe50XQC4z.

Happy New Year, everyone! MASC wishes you all the best for 2026! Our service centres are closed today, but we’re ready to serve you tomorrow (January 2). Have a great year!

Time to ring in the new year! MASC Service Centres are closed tomorrow (January 1), with regular hours resuming on Friday, January 2. Happy New Year!

Does farm size really reduce risk? Mark your @MBAgDays agenda for Tuesday, January 20 at 2:30 p.m. in the FCC Theatre: MASC’s own Chief Product Officer David Van Deynze will be diving into farm-level data, climate trends, and more to uncover the key factors shaping crop production risk.