LOOK! A leisurely lunch
LOOK! Some nice farmer did all the meal prep for these antelope so they could enjoy a leisurely lunch.
Crop Report for June 18-24
Conditions across the province were variable this past week with some regions receiving limited rainfall and others experiencing heavy storms that brought wind, significant rainfall…
Seeding progress is virtually complete in Saskatchewan
Seeding is virtually complete, with only one per cent of acres unseeded in Saskatchewan. Unseeded acres are due to the frequent rainfall and excess moisture conditions in many regions.
Farmers Getting Less, Consumers Paying More
Farmers are getting less while consumers are paying more. This is the key finding of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan’s 2024 Farmers and Food Prices report.
Kerrobert & District Agriculture Society Show & Sale
Kerrobert & District Agriculture Society 78th Annual Regional Show & Sale Results.
Transparency, competition crucial as cabinet considers consolidation of Bunge-Viterra
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan is urging the federal government to ensure a fair, transparent and competitive grain market for farmers…
Suspect herbicide-resistant kochia? Here’s what to do
Approximately two weeks after spraying, scout to check for surviving weeds that may need a second application. These weed “escapes” have a number of potential causes…
Antique seeding demo will have lots of horsepower!
The Kindersley Threshing Club, powered by a dozen dedicated volunteers, is gearing up for its annual seeding demonstration on May 30th.
The Bunge-Viterra merger may not be the golden grain deal for farmers
In a recent op-ed, Gregory Heckman, CEO of Bunge, defended the proposed merger between Bunge and Viterra, arguing that the combination would mean investment…
Progress in seeding over the last week
Producers have made substantial progress in seeding over the last week. Seeding is currently 32 per cent complete in the province, up 20 per cent from last week.
Weekly Crop Report: May 7 to May 13
Producers have made substantial progress in seeding over the last week. Seeding is currently 32 per cent complete in the province, up 20 per cent from last week.
Champions for Our Common Future: Ray Glasrud protects grasslands
Ray Glasrud grew up on grain farm near Mazenod, which is close to Gravelbourg. Growing up on the farm taught him the value of hard work and self-reliance.
Stand up to flea beetles
When we asked canola farmers what the greatest economic risk to their canola production was, they ranked flea beetles #1*.
New arrivals at Circle R Ranch
The first day of lambing was busy for Michele and Kevin Rast and their family at Circle R Ranch, with twenty-five lambs being born.
Farmers understand the importance of a well
Farmers recognize the importance of a good water well, so it's not surprising that the community of Major has provided the finances for a new well in Zambia, Africa.
Producers eye Mother Nature warily as spring approaches
Producers are nervously watching forecasts, pig spleens and fortune tellers for reassurance that enough moisture is coming to protect crops and livestock this year.
Farm Safety
Agriculture is one of Saskatchewan's largest and most hazardous industries. Incidents occur more often between seeding and harvest…
Cow and calf with identical markings
Austin Jacksteit and Mackayla Scheller from Golden Prairie are the owners of this cow and calf who have identical markings.
PPE for farmers: 6 essential items you need on hand
Personal protective equipment (PPE) keeps farmers safe and protects their well-being in the often challenging and hazardous conditions of agricultural work.
Small towns, big dreams
It’s hard to believe it’s coming on 20 years since I first fell in love with the West, but in two more years that’s exactly what it will be.