The Town of Leader starts a 4-H Multi Club
The Town of Leader recently started a 4-H Multi-Club, which was initiated by Gina Ehret.
Terry and Gayle Smith recognized with BMO Saskatchewan Farm Family Award
Terry and Gayle Smith were humbled to learn that they were one of four Saskatchewan families awarded the BMO Saskatchewan Farm Family Award.
USask chickpea research aims to improve food source
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are part of a global team that used DNA to track the genetic evolution and migration of the chickpea, offering insights that could lead to more nutritious and adaptable varieties.
APAS rejects “Saskatchewan Growth Coalition” municipal tax proposal
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is calling on the province to reject proposals by the “Saskatchewan Growth Coalition,” which calls for lower rural municipal tax rates for resource and processing industries.
USask PhD student earns Alexander Graham Bell Scholarship
University of Saskatchewan (USask) PhD student Jensen Cherewyk has been awarded one of Canada’s most prestigious doctoral scholarships for leading-edge research…
Owens & Sweitzer supporting local communities and charities
Eston business, Owens & Sweitzer (1972) Ltd. celebrated Small Business Week last week by showing their support once again to local communities and charities.
Prompt payment legislation continues to concern hometowns
SUMA is very disappointed in the Government of Saskatchewan’s decision to move forward with prompt payment legislation without consideration for municipalities.
Saskatchewan RCMP - Protect your valuable farm equipment this fall
This summer, Saskatchewan RCMP received reports of thefts of agriculture-related items in rural Saskatchewan costing farmers thousands of dollars.
Survey finds on-farm cover crop innovation occurring across the Canadian Prairies
Researchers at the University of Manitoba (UM) have shared the results from the 2020 Prairie Cover Crop Survey which capture a snapshot of the use and grower observations of this new practice.
A Little Bit Western: At the Corral - Then and Now
Part of what I love about ranch life is the rhythm of seasons. We start out with calving, then move to pairing out for pastures and breeding, and before you know it, fall arrives and we’re looking at weaning and spending a few days (or weeks?) in a corral somewhere.
Agricultural Producers Association launches task force
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) has created a task force to prepare its recommendations for the federal and provincial government’s Next Policy Framework (NPF).
Mady Adamson teaches about ag
If you want to know anything about farming, you can have all your questions answered from the comfort of your home. Just check out Facebook videos entitled “Learning About Ag with Mady”.
A look at harvest from the past
Wednesday, September 29th was a perfect day for harvesting, which is exactly what Greg Becker was doing for the Kindersley Antique Threshing Club.
USask announces new Insect Research Facility
The new University of Saskatchewan (USask) Insect Research Facility (USIRF) will be the first of its kind in a western Canadian university and one of only a handful of facilities in the country specifically designed to conduct research on arthropod plant pests and beneficial insects.
APAS sends out producer survey about how the drought has impacted grain contracts
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) created a producer survey to gain information and feedback about how the summer’s drought has impacted farmers’ and ranchers’ experience with grain companies, particularly in dealing with severe production shortfalls.
Nutrien and other Founding Partners endorse Global Institute for Food Security’s Strategic Direction for Second Phase of Growth
Following a successful phase of operations and a new corporate strategy, Nutrien, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have endorsed the renewed direction of the Global Institute for Food Security…
PWGP works to end global hunger
The Prairie West Growing Project (PWGP) committee members work together with the community to raise funds to end global hunger.
Hay purchasing fraud
Saskatchewan RCMP and Live Stock Services Saskatchewan have become aware of several producers in Saskatchewan who have been the victim of fraud while attempting to purchase hay.
Commitment of $119 million in direct support for drought affected cattle producers
Last week, the Honourable David Marit, Minister of Agriculture and Minister for Saskatchewan Crop Insurance, on behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, announced a commitment of $119 million in direct support for drought affected cattle producers under the AgriRecovery program.
A Little Bit Western: When the Going Gets Tough
It’s hard to think about much else right now other than the dry conditions that so many of us are faced with. Across much of the Prairie Provinces and the Northern Great Plains, farmers and ranchers are dealing with drought, water shortages, and pests.