Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) has a new Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Jason Reinheimer comes to the new role with international experience in research and innovation with expertise in crop improvement, breeding strategy, and large‑scale research and development at operations across Europe, Australia, and N...

While farmers prepare for the busy seeding season, SaskPower is issuing a reminder to watch for power lines. SaskPower Safety Director Nidal Dabghi said it annual public safety awareness campaign encourages farmers to take care and avoid hitting power poles and overhead lines during seeding. "Farm-related line inc...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) has a new Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Jason Reinheimer comes to the new role with international experience in research and innovation with expertise in crop improvement, breeding strategy, and large‑scale research and development at operations across Europe, Australia, and N...

While farmers prepare for the busy seeding season, SaskPower is issuing a reminder to watch for power lines. SaskPower Safety Director Nidal Dabghi said it annual public safety awareness campaign encourages farmers to take care and avoid hitting power poles and overhead lines during seeding. "Farm-related line inc...

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...

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...

While farmers prepare for the busy seeding season, SaskPower is issuing a reminder to watch for power lines. SaskPower Safety Director Nidal Dabghi said it annual public safety awareness campaign encourages farmers to take care and avoid hitting power poles and overhead lines during seeding. "Farm-related line inc...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...