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Manitoba
Duck-friendly winter wheat becomes a top cash crop in Manitoba
Manitoba farmers working with Ducks Unlimited Canada say winter wheat is their most profitable cereal crop.
Conservation that’s close to home and close to the heart
Manitoba's Robyn Yates grew up with one of the country’s flagship conservation areas and an internationally important wetland right outside her backyard. It’s a place that would ultimately shape her lifelong commitment to conservation.
Work with nature, urges Manitoba farmer
Farmers from Rossburn say a DUC conservation agreement helps achieve their land management goals and increases biodiversity.
A prairie gem: Oak Hammock Marsh, Manitoba
Marking multiple milestones at an iconic wetland in Manitoba.
Cutting-edge climate data reveal the nature of change in tomorrow’s landscapes
DUC researchers collaborate on landscape-level climate questions for wetlands
DUC recognizes Women in Science in Manitoba
Three STEM roles that are diverse and meaningful
Farmers in Manitoba urged to “make the call” on World Wetlands Day
On World Wetlands Day, DUC is urging Manitoba farmers to personally take action to preserve natural habitat on their land.
Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates Manitoba Government’s newly designated Provincially Significant Peatlands
Ducks Unlimited Canada applauds the Manitoba Government’s decision in designating Moswa Meadows and Fish Lake Fen as Provincially Significant Peatlands—the first of their kind in the province.
Brian Hepworth appointed to Director of Regional Operations – Prairie and Boreal Region
As another step in his long and successful 32-year career with Ducks Unlimited Canada, Brian is assuming this senior role that will oversee conservation operations in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, as well as the vast and important landscapes of Canada’s boreal region.
DUC’s Top 22 in 2022
We've put together our top conservation wins this year
DUC grazing clubs coordinator honoured for sustainable farming initiatives
Mike Thiele named to "Wall of Fame" by Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association
Conservationists in training
Youth Advisory Council members take to Manitoba’s wetlands and grasslands to gain firsthand knowledge from experts in the field.
DUC honours Manitoba conservation leader with land dedication
DUC dedicated 160 acres of marsh and grasslands to commemorate Rick Andrews' years of service
Conservation agreement satisfies Manitoba farm family in many ways
Financial compensation and conserving natural areas compelled Dale and Linda O'Greysik to sign a conservation agreement with DUC.
Manitoba land donation steeped in history
Land homesteaded by a man who came to Manitoba in 1870 with the province’s first police force is being permanently conserved by the current owners and DUC.
On the trail of canvasback ducks in Manitoba
Scientist continues a 50+ year tradition of canvasback surveys on their breeding grounds.
DUC leads winter wheat surge in Manitoba
A unique financial incentive and on-farm support are just two reasons why Manitoba farmers love DUC's winter wheat program.
Manitoba farm couple says sustainable agriculture is a “mindset”
Originally from England and now farming in Manitoba, Tony and Angela Prynne signed a conservation agreement with DUC in July 2022.
Ducks Unlimited Canada surpasses conservation targets in Manitoba
Manitoba's leading conservation group Ducks Unlimited Canada helped fight climate change in 2021-2022 by protecting farmlands larger than the city of Steinbach.
DUC Hay Tender Program accepting bids for 2022 season
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is making almost 2,200 acres of hay land available to Manitoba farmers who suffered through historic dry conditions and cattle feed shortages in 2021.
Hay for Tender: Manitoba
We offer thousands of forage acres to Manitoba producers for haying opportunities. Revenue generated is reinvested into conservation programs.
Reconnecting with the outdoors
Volunteering with DUC provides Alex Resvick a sense of peace and connections to family and friends.
DUC analyzing wetlands on farms and ranches for carbon capture
High-tech monitoring towers in Manitoba measuring benefits of nature-based climate solutions.