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.
Government Grants lead to railway improvements for Saskatchewan Short Lines
Short line railway companies are on track to receive grants from the Government of Saskatchewan’s through its Short Line Railway Improvement Program (SRIP).
Applications open for APAS Young Leaders Program
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is proud to once again offer the APAS Young Leaders (AYL) program, presented by Farm Credit Canada (FCC).
Food Farm and antique seeding demo
On Friday, June 2, the Threshing Club conducted their annual seeding demonstration in conjunction with the 2023 Food Farm program for Grade 3 students.
Seeding Progress in Saskatchewan, May 16 - 22
Producers across Saskatchewan continue to make tremendous progress with their seeding operations. Currently, 68 per cent of the 2023 crop in the ground.
Stop kochia from setting seed
Kochia that survived pre-seed burnoff needs to be taken out before it drops seed later in the season. The big weeds can produce at least 15,000 seeds per plant…
Saskatchewan Weekly Crop Report: Seeding Progress
Producers have made substantial progress in seeding over the last week. Seeding is currently 38 per cent completed in the province, up 29 per cent from last week.
Sustainable Fertilizer brings Regenerative Agriculture into the Mainstream
Whether we like it or not, agriculture must change to meet today’s challenges. I say this as someone who grew up on the farm near Watrous, Saskatchewan, and who loves farming…
Owens & Sweitzer win two Pro Level awards!
Owens & Sweitzer has been presented with not just one, but two separate pro-level awards! AGCO presents these awards annually in recognition of performance…
Fairs, Exhibitions and Agricultural Societies raise concerns about proposed changes to Livestock Traceability Regulations
The objective of the national Livestock Identification and Traceability program is to provide accurate and up-to-date information on livestock identity…
Holman Farming Group expands business (video)
There has been a lot of activity at Holman Farming Group in Luseland as they expand their operation. The company’s manager, Jessie Bruce, explained.
The Klarenbach Report, Apr 16
Hedges against inflation are essential for investors to preserve their purchasing power and protect the real value of their investments.
Warm Weather Brings Prairie Rattlesnakes out of Hibernation
With the arrival of warmer weather, the prairie rattlesnake will soon emerge from hibernation and become more active. Snakes on a Plain is pleased to announce rattlesnake safety training classes…
Objectives for better beetle management
Flea beetles are the pest of greatest economic risk to canola production, according to our 2022 Canola Council of Canada survey of canola growers.