Lots to look forward to at this year’s Ag in Motion
More than 30 thousand people and at least 570 exhibitors are expected at Ag in Motion this year. This year is also the 10th edition of the annual out-door farm show, located on the Discovery Farm site near Langham, Saskatchewan.…
Some farmers embracing the heat, others may be concerned
Depending on the farmer, they’re either welcoming the hot weather or are a bit concerned. Vice-President of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture Todd Lewis farms near Gray, south of Regina. He says he finished spraying fungicide on his lentils and…
Warm weather welcome for crop development, haying operations
Overall, crops across the province remain in good condition, noted the provincial crop report released Thursday morning. This is despite excessive moisture causing crop yellowing and crop loss in low lying areas of some regions, as well as drier conditions…
Western Canada under the hot sun as heatwave brings heat warnings
The first real heatwave of the summer is here. Heat warnings are in affect for many areas across the Prairies as a ridge of high pressure makes its way through. National Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment Canada Jennifer Smith said…
Canada’s High Commissioner hopes change in U.K. government brings change to stalled bi-lateral trade talks with Canada
The newly elected Labour Party in the United Kingdom has its work cut out for it when it comes to several issues, including trade. In particular, the new U.K. government will need to address the currently stalled bi-lateral trade negotiations…