Ottawa Takes Action to Support Drought-Stricken Livestock Producers
Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, announced an initial list of designated regions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba where Livestock Tax Deferral has been authorized for 2023 due to extreme weather conditions. The Government…
Drought Support for Saskatchewan Livestock Producers on the Way
Support is coming for Saskatchewan livestock producers affected by drought. The Government of Saskatchewan today announced the province is making up to $70 million available to help offset extraordinary costs of feeding livestock to maintain the breeding herd in Saskatchewan.…
SCA delivers letter to Provincial Ag Minister, details program feedback from producers
It’s written, signed, and delivered to Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit. The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association sent a letter to Minister Marit, which has feedback on various support programs and general comments from producers. The feedback was complied during 5 townhall…
Keeping trade ties strong the theme of Tri-National Agricultural Accord conference in Saskatoon
Maintaining strong agricultural trade ties in North America the main purpose of the Tri-National Agricultural Accord. Politicians and trade officials from Canada, the United States, and Mexico were in Saskatoon this week for the 32nd annual Tri-National Accord conference. It…
Federal Agriculture Minister Visits Saskatchewan and Alberta
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded productive meetings with key industry and provincial agriculture and agri-food stakeholders during his outreach to Saskatchewan and Alberta this week. During his visit to Saskatchewan, Minister MacAulay delivered remarks during…