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.
How to take farm safety courses online
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place annually during the third week of March. This campaign encourages farmers, farm families, workers and communities…
The Barnders: Egg-laying superhero
Enjoy The Barnders, cartoons for Ag Safety Week March 10 to 16, 2024.
Over 70 per cent increase in agri-food exports to India
India, already one of the top global markets for Saskatchewan's agriculture producers, is also one of the fastest-growing with provincial agri-food exports increasing…
Reeves play an important role in rural communities
Bill Owens has been Reeve of the R.M. of Snipe Lake for eight years and was also a councillor for 12 years. He was born and raised in Eston on the family farm…
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association Celebrates Ag Safety Week: Safety is Our Heritage
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place March 10-16 and this year farmers, farm families, farm workers, and farming communities…
What about the land renewable energy projects are built on?
A local landowner recently shared some interesting information at an open house at Oyen, as well as on his video blog. Tyler Chiliak farms near Alsask…
Incubating chicks is all it’s cracked up to be
Incubating chicks is becoming increasingly popular, especially among hobbyists. Kyla McCallum and her daughter Reese from Liebenthal have been using an incubator for a while now.
CUTE KIDS!
These baby goats are a reminder that sometimes the best things come in small packages.
Using Acoustic Pulse Technology in Dairy Cattle
Acoustic pulse technology (APT), mainly used in human medicine, has a new use for the livestock industry. This technology gives a shock wave to tissue…
Digital water licences speed up drought response
Alberta is asking thousands of water licence users to move their licence online to save time, reduce red tape and help the province during a drought.
APAS calls for a provincial Drought Preparedness Committee
With many regions of Saskatchewan's agricultural sector facing mounting challenges from drought, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS)…
Crop Insurance program enhancements announced
Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister (AAFC) Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced details of the 2024 Crop Insurance Program…
Sky high technology to assess crop damage
As part of Budget 2024, Alberta’s government is investing in drone technology for faster, easier assessment of wildlife damage to crops.