With large fluctuations in fertilizer prices, some producers will opt to band some of their fertilizer in the fall and some in the spring to reduce the risk of paying the highest price for fertilizer. Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Crops Extension Specialist Kim Stonehouse said producers need to be cautious when ...

Research activities are at the heart of innovation and progress, especially in agriculture, and can lead to long-term growth and success for the sector. The Canadian Field Crop Research Alliance (CFCRA) through the AgriScience Program - Clusters Component will receive roughly $5.7 million to promote more diverse crop r...

Saskatchewan's Ministry of Agriculture is marking 15 years of providing extension services. Teams of extension specialists throughout the province have worked directly with farmers and ranchers, as well as with producer groups and industry agrologists, to ensure they have access to the agronomic and business support th...

A general rain fell in Saskatchewan and stalled seeding operations, but no one was complaining at the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture kick-off to the crop reporting season southwest of Regina Thursday morning. Agriculture Minister David Marit was at the Wood Farm south of Grand Coulee to share the first crop repor...

There is a new opportunity this summer for anyone wanting to learn more about Saskatchewan's agriculture and culinary scene. The first Open Farm Days on Aug. 10 and 11 will bring people together through educational and agricultural-based initiatives designed to create chances to learn about where food comes from. Saska...

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) released its long-awaited final guidance on novel feed. These updates, initiated in 2018, confirmed gene-edited livestock feed is safe. Cereals Canada Director of Crop Protection and Production Krista Zuzak said CFIA's latest livestock feed regulation helps to clarify Canada's...

Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the federal and provincial governments. Marleigh Mann from Lloydminster was awarded $6,000 toward her studies as the grand prize recipient. Mann's essay highlighted the future of sustainable agriculture, promoting in...

Farmers work around the clock, 365 days a year, facing unique demands and significant pressure. With everything producers must manage, it can be hard to check in on themselves and prioritize mental health. The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food used Mental Health Week as the backdrop to make a funding announcement t...

The recent rainfall across north-central Saskatchewan should help farmers with seeding, according to one agronomist.Elliott Hildebrand, who covers the area around Saskatoon, said this spring's precipitation could create better conditions for farmers after dry conditions in recent years."We've been in a moisture de...

The Little Potato Company celebrated the grand opening of its sustainable potato packaging facility in Nisku, Alta. The new 240,000 square foot facility showcases technology that revolutionizes the way little potatoes are washed, sorted and packaged with eco-friendly processes that reduces the carbon footprint and wast...