Sask Ag News

45th annual Canada’s Farm Show gets underway today

45th annual Canada’s Farm Show gets underway today

Jun 20, 2023 | 8:45am
The wait is over: Canada’s Farm Show is here. The 45th edition of the show kicked off yesterday afternoon with a “sneak peak” outside of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building. Agriculture Minister David Marit, Regina Mayor Sandra Masters, CEO of the Regina Exhibition Association Limited Tim Reid, and representatives from Viterra and South Country Equipment were […]
Canada’s Farm Show just one sleep away

Canada’s Farm Show just one sleep away

Jun 19, 2023 | 2:02pm
One of the largest agriculture shows in North America is a day away. The 45th edition of Canada’s Farm Show is on tomorrow (Tues) to Thursday, with each day having a unique theme. The first day tomorrow is Collaboration Day; Wednesday is Innovation & Indigenous People’s Day; and Thursday is Education & Young Farmer’s Day. […]
Peebles farm the Site of SenseHub Cow-Calf Field Day

Peebles farm the Site of SenseHub Cow-Calf Field Day

Jun 13, 2023 | 3:56pm
A piece of technology designed to help detect when cattle are in heat was tested Monday. The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association hosted SenseHub Cow-Calf Field Day at D&N Ranch, just south of Peebles yesterday afternoon from 12-3 p.m. Dr. Samuel Wauer is the Associate Director of Cattle Veterinary Services with Merck Animal Health, the company […]
Canadian Cattle Association pleased with creation of Ag Trade Office in the Philippines

Canadian Cattle Association pleased with creation of Ag Trade Office in the Philippines

Jun 13, 2023 | 2:50pm
The Canadian Cattle Association is welcoming the creation of the first Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office in Manila, Philippines. In a news release, the CCA says the office will offer technical expertise, support to Canadian exporters in the region, and a stronger diplomatic presence to bolster growth of exports. President of the Canadian Cattle Association […]
Bunge Ltd. and Viterra sign deal to merge into one agri-business company

Bunge Ltd. and Viterra sign deal to merge into one agri-business company

Jun 13, 2023 | 10:25am
After weeks of talks, a deal has been signed between Bunge Limited and Viterra to merge. However the deal is subject to approval from Bunge stakeholders and other regulatory approval, which is expected to be complete by mid-2024. Reports say under this agreement, Viterra’s shareholders will receive 65.6 million shares of Bunge, valued at about […]
Water Security Agency responds to criticism of its Agricultural Water Stewardship Policy

Water Security Agency responds to criticism of its Agricultural Water Stewardship Policy

Jun 9, 2023 | 3:50pm
The spokesman for the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency says its Agricultural Water Stewardship Policy remains in development. Patrick Boyle responded after the Saskatchewan Alliance for Water Sustainability and NDP Critic for the WSA Erika Ritchie raised concerns about the Policy on Monday. Boyle says the Policy is “centred around water management”. “The goals of that […]
Sask. Cattlemen’s Association CEO “very hopeful” carbon tax exemption is passed

Sask. Cattlemen’s Association CEO “very hopeful” carbon tax exemption is passed

Jun 8, 2023 | 4:40pm
The CEO of the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association is in the nation’s capital this week, focused on two pieces of federal legislation. Grant McLellan says one of the bills is C-282, a private member’s bill that he says makes it illegal for the federal government to discuss supply managed sectors during trade negotiations; the other is […]
Applications being accepted for APAS Young Leaders Program

Applications being accepted for APAS Young Leaders Program

Jun 7, 2023 | 4:29pm
If you’re a young farmer wanting to make a difference in the ag industry, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) has the program to make that happen. APAS is now accepting applications for its Young Leaders Program, formerly known as the Youth Leadership and Mentorship Program, until August 31st. President of APAS Ian Boxall […]
Sask. agri-food exports up 75 percent in Q1

Sask. agri-food exports up 75 percent in Q1

Jun 7, 2023 | 11:47am
The first quarter of 2023 was good for Saskatchewan agri-food exports. The province says exports were up 75 percent in Q1, to an estimated $6-billion. Canola oil, canola seed, non-durum wheat, and lentils are the leading agri-food exports. The provincial government says high agri-food prices and increased supply are fueling the growth in export volume […]