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economic driver
Rice worms affecting some harvesters more than others
Wild rice harvesting is underway in Northern Saskatchewan. Garth Muirhead has been busy harvesting wild rice at Meeyomoot Lake, which is about 70 kilometers south of La Ronge. He began harvesting Sept. 1 and expects to continue until the end of the month. As with the last couple of years, Muirhead noted rice worms con...
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Weed seed testing program
Herbicide resistent weeds challenge growers
Many weeds in Saskatchewan have developed herbicide resistance. Wild oats, green foxtail, kochia, wild mustard, and shepherd's purse are the most common. The Ministry of Agriculture is offering help to growers to determine resistance and offer alternatives to deal with the pests. Crops Extension Intern Royce Moellenbec...
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Rising Costs and Trade relationships
Rain further delays lagging Sask. harvest progress: APAS
Harvest in Saskatchewan is off to a slow start that has been worsened by the significant rainfall seen in many areas of the province over the long weekend.Joining Saskatchewan radio show host Evan Bray on Wednesday, Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan president, Bill Prybylski, said the rain meant he wou...
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"It comes with the territory"
Englefeld farmer puts harvest on pause after three inches of rain
Harvest operations have stalled after a very wet weekend in Saskatchewan. Gordon Moellenbeck, who farms in the Englefeld area, said he's recorded roughly six inches of rain in the past couple of weeks with two and three quarter inches this weekend alone. He said crops are deteriorating from all the moisture, particula...
Sep 08, 2026
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swine health surveillance
Improved tracking infectious diseases in animals
Infectious disease is one of the major risks of swine production. To strengthen the tools needed to safeguard animal health, the federal government is providing funds to improve the quality of swine health surveillance. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald announced roughly $3.1 million to the Canadian P...
Sep 04, 2026
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Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award
Saskatchewan Rancher honoured by national group
The Canadian Cattle Foundation presented the annual Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award to Cyle Stewart of Morse, Sask. The award recognizes individuals who exemplify the values Reg Schellenberg was known for-humble leadership, a commitment to mentorship, a spirit of collaboration, and unwavering dedication t...
Sep 04, 2026
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Crops

economic driver
Rice worms affecting some harvesters more than others
Wild rice harvesting is underway in Northern Saskatchewan. Garth Muirhead has been busy harvesting wild rice at Meeyomoot Lake, which is about 70 kilometers south of La Ronge. He began harvesting Sept. 1 and expects to continue until the end of the month. As with the last couple of years, Muirhead noted rice worms con...
10h ago
Read More
Weed seed testing program
Herbicide resistent weeds challenge growers
Many weeds in Saskatchewan have developed herbicide resistance. Wild oats, green foxtail, kochia, wild mustard, and shepherd's purse are the most common. The Ministry of Agriculture is offering help to growers to determine resistance and offer alternatives to deal with the pests. Crops Extension Intern Royce Moellenbec...
13h ago
Read More
"It comes with the territory"
Englefeld farmer puts harvest on pause after three inches of rain
Harvest operations have stalled after a very wet weekend in Saskatchewan. Gordon Moellenbeck, who farms in the Englefeld area, said he's recorded roughly six inches of rain in the past couple of weeks with two and three quarter inches this weekend alone. He said crops are deteriorating from all the moisture, particula...
Sep 08, 2026
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2026 Manitoba Crop Report
Bad weather interrupts combining in Manitoba
Isolated thunderstorms brought strong winds and intense rain to parts of the Manitoba over the past seven days, resulting in stops and starts to the harvest. Oilseed specialist Sonia Wilson said the bulk of the rain came down on Aug. 30 and 31. "We did have at least one tornado confirmed near Elkhorn, but overal...
Sep 03, 2026
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Livestock

swine health surveillance
Improved tracking infectious diseases in animals
Infectious disease is one of the major risks of swine production. To strengthen the tools needed to safeguard animal health, the federal government is providing funds to improve the quality of swine health surveillance. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald announced roughly $3.1 million to the Canadian P...
Sep 04, 2026
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Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award
Saskatchewan Rancher honoured by national group
The Canadian Cattle Foundation presented the annual Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award to Cyle Stewart of Morse, Sask. The award recognizes individuals who exemplify the values Reg Schellenberg was known for-humble leadership, a commitment to mentorship, a spirit of collaboration, and unwavering dedication t...
Sep 04, 2026
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2026 Agristability Program
Support program changes to assist Saskatchewan producers impacted by flooding
Excess moisture and flooding created challenging conditions for many Saskatchewan producers early in the growing season. As a result of those difficulties, the federal and Saskatchewan governments announced changes to the 2026 AgriStability Program to support producers impacted by wet conditions. Late participation fo...
Sep 03, 2026
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Trade war
Manitoba announces tariff supports, expands farm loan programs
Manitoba producers are welcoming action taken by the provincial government to cushion the impact on agriculture due to the escalating Canada-United States trade dispute. The response is roughly $100 million in targeted support to protect Manitoba workers, businesses, and producers. Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn sa...
Sep 02, 2026
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2026 Livestock Tax Deferral regions
Agriculture minister announces initial areas eligible for livestock tax deferral
For the first time in many years Saskatchewan and Manitoba are not on the initial list of 2026 Livestock Tax Deferral regions. The map covers a small portion of southern Alberta and a big chunk on BC in the Okanagan Region, the southern Northwest Territories, northern Quebec, and all of Labrador. It allows producers ...
Sep 01, 2026
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2026 Saskatchewan Crop Report
More farmers begin harvest in Saskatchewan
Harvest is now underway in all regions of Saskatchewan. It was relatively warm across the province for the week of Aug. 18 to 24, which helped with crop development. Crops Extension Specialist Davidson Ugheoke said about 11 per cent of the crop is in the bin. "That is significantly behind the five- and 10-year a...
Aug 27, 2026
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