Crop Report for the Period ending Aug 8
The past week saw very sporadic weather systems move through Saskatchewan with some regions having hot dry days while others experienced cool rainy days that have further delayed crop development.
1930 Payment Voucher
This payment voucher from 1930 was brought in to us by Retta Thompson. It belonged to her father, Johnston Hill who farmed north of Eatonia.
Grain contracts “heavily tilted” in favour of buyers, according to new report
Today’s grain purchase contracts are heavily tilted in favour of grain buyers, putting Saskatchewan farmers at a distinct disadvantage, a recent report has found.
The Klarenbach Report Jul 11
Commodity prices are notoriously volatile, and we search for an explanation for why the price moved against our position.
The Klarenbach Report, July 5
The most effective method is to follow the trend by identifying and understanding the four stages of market structure.
The Klarenbach Report Jun 28
Is Canary Seed still itchy? Silly question. I have a complicated relationship with Canary Seed. No crop has had as significant of an impact on my life or those close to me.
Much needed rain recieved last week
There was rain through all regions of Saskatchewan this past week, with some areas seeing higher amounts of localized precipitation.
A Little Bit Western: Off Label
Some things need warning labels. Hopping onto a roller coaster, for example, warrants a cautionary tag, as does applying pesticides, or walking on unstable terrain too close to the edge of a cliff…
The Klarenbach Report Jun 20
“Buy Low; Sell High”. I was delivering grain to the Marengo UGG elevator. It was there that I met King Richard, Kevin and Murray.
EOL’s Growing Project 2022 begins
This year’s growing season kicked off the Eatonia Oasis Living (EOL) Growing Project 2022, EOL’s primary fundraiser. Cora Knuttila, Administrator at EOL, said this year, Larock Farms seeded the 128 acres of land provided by the Town of Eatonia.
Kindergarten kids visit Rosanna Farms
Kindergarten students from Westberry School enjoyed a fun field trip on Thursday and Friday, June 9th and 10th. Miss. Robertson and Mrs. Dimitroff brought their students to Rosanna Farms…
The Klarenbach Report: Independent Grain and Special Crops Market Analysis
My eyes deceive me. Most days, I see rainbows and unicorns. Other days, I don’t see the rainbows. Why do individuals have different memories of the same event?
Grade 3 kids enjoy Food Farm Field Trip
Grade 3 students from Kindersley, Plenty and Marengo gathered at the Kindersley Plains Museum on Friday, June 3 to learn about everything you need to make a burger and fries.
Is your canola stand on target?
Canola success starts with a uniform stand of five to eight plants per square foot. Canola counts at the two- to four-leaf stage provide a check up on the seeding operation and if canola is on track to achieve its full yield potential.
The Klarenbach Report May 31
On May 11, I published my Bullish sentiment anticipating a move higher based on the Kansas City and Chicago wheat charts in the Klarenbach Grain Report.
How to improve flea beetle management
Flea beetles can do a lot of damage in a short time. To avoid beetle shock, growers and agronomists across the Prairies will want to scout as soon as seedlings emerge…
Changes To PST Will Benefit Farmers And Agriculture Industry
Amendments to the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) regulations will provide greater clarity to farmers and help ensure that PST is applied fairly…
Weekly Crop Report May 26
Seeding progress climbed throughout many regions in the past week, despite a storm that brought snow and rain to parts of the province.
APAS accepting applications for YLMP program presented by Farm Credit Canada
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is now accepting new applicants for the Youth Leadership and Mentorship Program (YLMP) presented by Farm Credit Canada (FCC).
Madison farmer uses 70 year old equipment
It’s seeding time in Saskatchewan, but one Madison area farmer chooses to put the seed in the ground using 60-70 year old equipment.