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CEPA Trade Agreement signed between Canada and Indonesia

CEPA Trade Agreement signed between Canada and Indonesia

Dec 9, 2024 | 10:53am
Canada and Indonesia signed a bi-lateral agreement that further advances trade between the two countries. In a news release, the federal government says with Indonesia being Southeast Asia’s largest economy with a GDP of close to $1.9-trillion and a population of 279 million, it holds significant potential for Canadian producers, investors, traders, and service providers. […]
Sask. Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program mentees and mentors are revealed

Sask. Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program mentees and mentors are revealed

Dec 9, 2024 | 10:39am
REGINA – Pairings between mentees and mentors for the Saskatchewan Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program Cohort Six have been announced in Regina. Over the next 18 months, mentees will develop leadership opportunities and increase their involvement in decisions affecting agriculture. Federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay said in a news release, “young people are […]
AgScouter wins grand prize, People’s Choice Award at Co.Launch program

AgScouter wins grand prize, People’s Choice Award at Co.Launch program

Dec 8, 2024 | 9:45am
A made-in-Saskatchewan cloud-based app that helps agronomists and farmers record and keep track of all information related to farmland, from crop type to inputs used, took a significant step forward in its growth. On November 28th, AgScouter participated in the Co.Launch program, a tech incubator/event that supports Saskatchewan-based startup companies. Founder and CEO of AgScouter […]
SaskAgToday.com Roundtable Episode 59

SaskAgToday.com Roundtable Episode 59

Dec 6, 2024 | 3:17pm
On the first SaskAgToday.com Roundtable of December with Chief Agricultural Editor of SaskAgToday.com Kevin Hursh, 620 CKRM AgriNews Director Ryan Young, and GX94 Agriculture Director Doug Falconer: -The Provincial Auditor’s report noted shortfalls in how the Saskatchewan Farmland Security Board reviews land transactions and deals with the issue of foreign ownership of farmland. The Provincial […]
Closing Grain Prices Friday, December 6

Closing Grain Prices Friday, December 6

Dec 6, 2024 | 1:14pm
Durum:                   317.70  Feed Barley:         246.57     Canola:                 557.02 (up 9.30) Chickpeas:            837.75 Flax:                      605.85 Lentils:                  […]
Opening Grain Prices Friday, December 6

Opening Grain Prices Friday, December 6

Dec 6, 2024 | 9:40am
Durum:                    317.70  Feed Barley:         246.57     Canola:                 547.72 (up 9.80) Chickpeas:            837.75 Flax:                      605.85 Lentils:                  […]
More collaboration the main focus of new APAS President Bill Prybylski

More collaboration the main focus of new APAS President Bill Prybylski

Dec 5, 2024 | 6:40pm
Members of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) elected a new president during this week’s Annual General Meeting at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. Bill Prybylski, who farms west of Yorkton and was the Vice-President of APAS for six years, takes over from Ian Boxall, who decided not to seek another term. Joining […]
Canola production estimate lower than 2023: Stats Canada

Canola production estimate lower than 2023: Stats Canada

Dec 5, 2024 | 2:45pm
Statistics Canada has dramatically lowered its canola production estimate for 2024. This latest estimate is based on a November survey of Canadian farmers while previous reports in July and August were based on remote sensing and agroclimate data: There has been a great deal of debate and speculation regarding the final canola production number. Provincial […]
Closing Grain Prices Thursday, December 5

Closing Grain Prices Thursday, December 5

Dec 5, 2024 | 1:21pm
Durum:                   317.70  Feed Barley:         246.57 (up 5.00)   Canola:                 537.92 (down 7.70) Chickpeas:            837.75 Flax:                      605.85 Lentils:                […]
Opening Grain Prices Thursday, December 5

Opening Grain Prices Thursday, December 5

Dec 5, 2024 | 9:32am
Durum:                   317.70  Feed Barley:         241.57  Canola:                 545.62 (up 16.40) Chickpeas:            837.75 Flax:                      605.85 Lentils:                  759.50  […]