Harvest progressing in west central region
The west-central region has made fantastic progress this week with harvest. The region is now 27 per cent complete harvest, ahead of the five-year average of 15 per cent.
Community seminar held at Sedalia
A two-day community seminar was held at Sedalia Community Hall on August 18th and 19th. The guest speaker was John Graff, president of Living Streams…
Big Country Agricultural Society hosted Open Farm Day
The Big Country Agricultural Society hosted their Open Farm Day on Saturday at the Crossroads Centre in Oyen.
Crop Report: drought stress and grasshopper damage
Producers in the west-central region are ahead of the five-year average for harvest progress this week. Currently, harvest is nine per cent complete in the region…
Over $4 million to be invested to the Western Grains Research Foundation
On August 15, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, announced an investment of over $4 million to the Western Grains Research Foundation (WGRF)…
How to identify verticillium stripe
Verticillium stripe is the hottest new disease in canola world, rising to yield-damaging levels in Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan and found in all growing regions across the Prairies.
Agricultural Water Management Funding Now Available
The Water Security Agency (WSA) announced $700,000 for agricultural producers and local governments to complete water management projects last week.
West Central Saskatchewan Crop Report
Producers in the west-central have started harvest this week and now have three per cent of this year’s crop off. Those that haven’t started combining are evaluating how soon they can start.
Water Security Agency supporting farmers and ranchers through drought
The Water Security Agency (WSA) announced last week that it will make water and vacant land available to support farmers and ranchers experiencing drought conditions.
Saskatchewan celebrates Food Day Canada
Saskatchewan joined with other provinces across the nation in proclaiming Saturday, August 5 as Food Day Canada.
Rain is needed to replenish the soil for next year’s crop
Harvest is beginning with combines becoming a frequent site in the west-central and southwest regions of Saskatchewan. Many other areas of the province are preparing for harvest operations…
Op-ed: Grain Contract issues far from ‘settled’
Grain contracts are in the media again, and with many areas in Saskatchewan experiencing drought conditions, there is a concern that many farmers will suffer a repeat of 2021…
APAS applauds reversal of CGC’s test weight standard decision
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is pleased to see the reversal of the Canadian Grain Commission’s (CGC) decision…
Producers meet in Kindersley to discuss drought
A town hall meeting was held on Tuesday afternoon, July 25, in Kindersley to discuss the drought situation in Saskatchewan. An additional meeting was held at Perdue on Monday, July 24.
Assistance for livestock producers
In partnership with the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association (SCA), the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is asking producers in drought-stricken areas to strongly consider a new program…
Grasshoppers wreak havoc on crops
Farmers in Alberta and Saskatchewan are watching the skies, waiting for much needed rain. But for some crops, it’s too late.
Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $6.6 million in livestock and forage centre of excellence
Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced $6.6 million in support last week…
One-sided grain contracts need to change
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is asking the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to weigh in on contract protections…
The time is now for Bill C-234
Bill C-234 will exempt farmers from the paying the carbon tax on propane and natural gas used for drying grain and heating barns, a cost farm and ranch families should not have to absorb.
Kerrobert & District Ag Society Show & Sale Results 2023
There were 33 Steers Weighing from 955lbs – 1460 lbs.