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Fresh water the “backbone of Saskatchewan’s rural economy”: SARM President Ray Orb to Commons Environment Committee

Fresh water the “backbone of Saskatchewan’s rural economy”: SARM President Ray Orb to Commons Environment Committee

Feb 14, 2024

The House of Commons Standing Committee on the Environment and Sustainable Development is in the middle of a study on freshwater, specifically how to protect it, how to collaborate on all levels of government, and what role does the newly…

Small quantity of cattle marketed is strengthening feeder markets: Cattle Market Update

Small quantity of cattle marketed is strengthening feeder markets: Cattle Market Update

Feb 13, 2024

Less cattle were marketed in Saskatchewan last week compared to the prior week, according to the Canfax Cattle Market Update for the week ending February 9. There were 10,010 head of cattle marketed in the province last week, down from…

Federal Agriculture Minister Marks Canada’s Agriculture Day

Federal Agriculture Minister Marks Canada’s Agriculture Day

Feb 13, 2024

Today and every day, Canada’s hard-working farmers put fresh, nutritious food on our tables, and consistently deliver the very best agricultural products, all while caring for our planet. As a farmer myself, I know that farming is a passion that…

CCGA Opens Early Application Window for 2024 Cash Advances

CCGA Opens Early Application Window for 2024 Cash Advances

Feb 12, 2024

Starting today, farmers from across Western Canada can apply for a 2024 spring cash advance through Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA). “We’re launching our early application window for the 2024 Advance Payments Program (APP), giving farmers more time to apply,”…

Grain Service by Canadian Railways in Week 27 Declines: Ag Transport Coalition

Grain Service by Canadian Railways in Week 27 Declines: Ag Transport Coalition

Feb 12, 2024

CN and CPKC Rail supplied a combined 68% of hopper cars ordered in grain week 27, a decline from the 77% order fulfillment performance seen in week 26.  The decline in system performance reflects a deterioration in performance for each…