livestock markets
Cattle prices remain high on strong demand
Cattle prices have remained high in the first quarter of 2026, a carryover from last year. Brenna Grant, the executive director of Canfax, said this is a supply and demand story with some history. "You've got to go back to that 2021 drought that led to liquidation. What's sometimes hard for people to wrap the...
Apr 10, 2026
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Keep it Clean
Guidance on crop protection product use
Canada's agriculture sector depends heavily on international markets, with up to 90 per cent of canola, more than 80 per cent of wheat, barley and oats, and 85 per cent of pulses exported each year. To help protect those markets, the Keep it Clean program has released its 2026 Product Advisory for growers and crop adv...
Apr 09, 2026
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Gopher control
Saskatchewan SPCA opposes use of strychnine for pest control
The Saskatchewan SPCA is speaking out against an emergency registration for liquid strychnine to control a growing gopher population in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Education Coordinator Mikayla Basset said SPCA understands farmers do need to control these populations but there are repurcussions. "We sympathize with...
20m ago
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Port of Churchill
Churchill, agriculture top agenda of Kinew and Carney meeting.
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew met with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday for their second quarterly meeting on the Churchill Plus Project. Ottawa has been announcing nation-building projects by working with provinces to create a "one project, one review" approach, streamlining major project approvals through...
2h ago
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Farm security act
Saskatchewan to conduct a farm land ownership review
Saskatchewan farm land is one of the province's most valuable assets. As the nature of farming and business continues to evolve, the province is taking steps to ensure the legislative framework around farm land ownership meets the needs of its residents.That's why the Saskatchewan Government wants a comprehensive revie...
21h ago
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Beef cattle welfare
Draft Beef Cattle Code of Practice released for public comment
The public comment period for the draft Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle has opened. The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) and Canadian Cattle Association created the comment period to allow producers, consumers, and others with an interest in the welfare of beef cattle to review the dr...
Apr 13, 2026
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livestock markets
Cattle prices remain high on strong demand
Cattle prices have remained high in the first quarter of 2026, a carryover from last year. Brenna Grant, the executive director of Canfax, said this is a supply and demand story with some history. "You've got to go back to that 2021 drought that led to liquidation. What's sometimes hard for people to wrap the...
Apr 10, 2026
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Increasing trade with China
Alberta deepens ties with China through trade mission
Alberta's Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation will travel to China diversify exports and drive long-term economic growth. The mission to China is the first formal visit from an Alberta elected official since 2018. RJ Sigurdson said the focus will be on strengthening trade relationships and positioning the province a...
Apr 10, 2026
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Crops
Gopher control
Saskatchewan SPCA opposes use of strychnine for pest control
The Saskatchewan SPCA is speaking out against an emergency registration for liquid strychnine to control a growing gopher population in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Education Coordinator Mikayla Basset said SPCA understands farmers do need to control these populations but there are repurcussions. "We sympathize with...
20m ago
Read More
Port of Churchill
Churchill, agriculture top agenda of Kinew and Carney meeting.
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew met with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday for their second quarterly meeting on the Churchill Plus Project. Ottawa has been announcing nation-building projects by working with provinces to create a "one project, one review" approach, streamlining major project approvals through...
2h ago
Read More
Farm security act
Saskatchewan to conduct a farm land ownership review
Saskatchewan farm land is one of the province's most valuable assets. As the nature of farming and business continues to evolve, the province is taking steps to ensure the legislative framework around farm land ownership meets the needs of its residents.That's why the Saskatchewan Government wants a comprehensive revie...
21h ago
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livestock markets
Cattle prices remain high on strong demand
Cattle prices have remained high in the first quarter of 2026, a carryover from last year. Brenna Grant, the executive director of Canfax, said this is a supply and demand story with some history. "You've got to go back to that 2021 drought that led to liquidation. What's sometimes hard for people to wrap the...
Apr 10, 2026
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Livestock
Gopher control
Saskatchewan SPCA opposes use of strychnine for pest control
The Saskatchewan SPCA is speaking out against an emergency registration for liquid strychnine to control a growing gopher population in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Education Coordinator Mikayla Basset said SPCA understands farmers do need to control these populations but there are repurcussions. "We sympathize with...
20m ago
Read More
Farm security act
Saskatchewan to conduct a farm land ownership review
Saskatchewan farm land is one of the province's most valuable assets. As the nature of farming and business continues to evolve, the province is taking steps to ensure the legislative framework around farm land ownership meets the needs of its residents.That's why the Saskatchewan Government wants a comprehensive revie...
21h ago
Read More
Beef cattle welfare
Draft Beef Cattle Code of Practice released for public comment
The public comment period for the draft Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle has opened. The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) and Canadian Cattle Association created the comment period to allow producers, consumers, and others with an interest in the welfare of beef cattle to review the dr...
Apr 13, 2026
Read More
livestock markets
Cattle prices remain high on strong demand
Cattle prices have remained high in the first quarter of 2026, a carryover from last year. Brenna Grant, the executive director of Canfax, said this is a supply and demand story with some history. "You've got to go back to that 2021 drought that led to liquidation. What's sometimes hard for people to wrap the...
Apr 10, 2026
Read More
Increasing trade with China
Alberta deepens ties with China through trade mission
Alberta's Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation will travel to China diversify exports and drive long-term economic growth. The mission to China is the first formal visit from an Alberta elected official since 2018. RJ Sigurdson said the focus will be on strengthening trade relationships and positioning the province a...
Apr 10, 2026
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Gopher control options
Strychnine emergency use expanded in Saskatchewan
The Emergency Use Registration for two per cent liquid strychnine has been expanded to allow a broader range of Saskatchewan rural municipalities (RMs) access for integrated pest management of Richardson's ground squirrels. Roughly 15 crop districts which includes 208 RM's in southern and western Saskatchewan will have...
Apr 09, 2026
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Markets
Agricultural Policy Framework
Farmers share their wishes for the agriculture and agri-food sector
The next five-year Agricultural Policy Framework (APF) will take effect on April 2028 and continue until March 2033. The plan is to have a policy statement ready by the federal, provincial and territorial agriculture ministers meeting in Halifax in July. Early indications are there will be a greater emphasis on econom...
Mar 27, 2026
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Trade
China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
China's government says it will suspend some tariffs on Canadian agricultural goods following a recent visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney.The country's finance ministry says 100 per cent tariffs on canola meal and peas, and a 25 per cent levy on lobsters and crabs, will not be imposed.A statement says the announcement...
Feb 27, 2026
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Strengthening northern trade
Additional investment being made at the Port of Churchill
Federal and Provincial Governments will provide $262.5 million for improvements to a northern port. The federal government will contribute $180 million, with the provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba providing the remaining funding. The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is encouraged by the major...
Feb 25, 2026
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Spring 2026 Early Buy Program
Purchase your spring farm fuel now, and don't pay until June 2026. This program offers flexible fuel delivery timing, deferred billing options aligned with regional seeding schedules, and the added benefit of earning equity and cash back through Lake Country Co-op. Avoid the seasonal price increases by securing your ra...
Mar 09, 2026
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Excite Lethbridge
Cultivating Community: How Excite Lethbridge Is Growing Agriculture in Southern Alberta
In a region where fertile fields and steadfast producers define both landscape and livelihood, agriculture isn't just an industry, it's culture, history, and community. At the heart of this vibrant ecosystem, Excite Lethbridge has emerged as a pivotal force, championing gatherings and experiences that celebrate, educat...
Feb 13, 2026
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An ‘attitude of gratitude'
Redhead Equipment Tees Off in Heavy Hitter Charity Classic to Support Families in Saskatchewan
Regina, SK - To celebrate their 75th anniversary, Redhead Equipment was looking for a special way to celebrate this major milestone while also having an 'attitude of gratitude.' On Monday, June 12 they held their first, annual Heavy Hitter Charity Classic at Wascana Country Club in support of Ronald McDonald House Char...
Jul 12, 2023
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