Farming Smarter project to end in 2027
Looking to take the guesswork out of irrigation for Southern Alberta producers
The Lethbridge-based group, Farming Smarter, is in its final year of a project that helps farmers measure moisture in their fields.The Smart Irrigation project provides specialized sensors to producers to track the conditions of their soil, but also offers up a five to seven-day model instructing the farmer on the best...
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New disease detection technology
Saskatoon-based company creates portable disease detection device
The Food and Agriculture Organization reported up to 40 per cent of global crop production is lost to plant pests and diseases each year. An up-and-coming Saskatoon entrepreneur is on a mission to do something about it, starting with saving crops across the province. PathoScan Technologies' Ethan Done credits national ...
May 29, 2026
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Farming Smarter project to end in 2027
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Farming Smarter project to end in 2027
Looking to take the guesswork out of irrigation for Southern Alberta producers
The Lethbridge-based group, Farming Smarter, is in its final year of a project that helps farmers measure moisture in their fields.The Smart Irrigation project provides specialized sensors to producers to track the conditions of their soil, but also offers up a five to seven-day model instructing the farmer on the best...
17h ago
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Seeding delays
Producers urged to contact SCIC over crop insurance seeding deadlines
It's been a stressful spring for some farmers as wet conditions and delayed seeding put the growing season behind schedule. A late-season snowfall in May, combined with rain and a turnaround in temperatures, led to quick snowmelt and flooding in parts of northeast and east-central Saskatchewan, delaying spring seeding ...
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Shaping the future of the pulse and oilseed sectors.
Farmers invited to join Saskatchewan pulse and oilseed boards
Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) and SaskOilseeds (SKO) are inviting nominations for their boards of directors. Both organizations are encouraging registered producers to put their names forward and help shape the future of Saskatchewan's pulse and oilseed sectors. The SPG board has nine farmer-elected directors, while...
Jun 01, 2026
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New disease detection technology
Saskatoon-based company creates portable disease detection device
The Food and Agriculture Organization reported up to 40 per cent of global crop production is lost to plant pests and diseases each year. An up-and-coming Saskatoon entrepreneur is on a mission to do something about it, starting with saving crops across the province. PathoScan Technologies' Ethan Done credits national ...
May 29, 2026
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Extra kick
Prairie heat making mustard spicier, researchers find
If your mustard seems a little spicier lately, you're probably not imagining it.Researchers say hotter, drier conditions across the Prairies are changing Canadian mustard seeds - and that could be giving everything from hot dogs to salad dressings a sharper kick.The Canadian Grain Commission has been tracking the quali...
May 29, 2026
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Beef imports
Cattle group urges Ottawa to protect Canadian beef in Mercosur negotiations
Canadian and Mercosur negotiators are meeting in Toronto this week for a key round of trade talks, with the Canadian Cattle Association working with the Canadian negotiating team. The association is urging the federal government to reject any expansion of beef market access in a potential trade deal with Mercosur count...
May 28, 2026
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Farming Smarter project to end in 2027
Looking to take the guesswork out of irrigation for Southern Alberta producers
The Lethbridge-based group, Farming Smarter, is in its final year of a project that helps farmers measure moisture in their fields.The Smart Irrigation project provides specialized sensors to producers to track the conditions of their soil, but also offers up a five to seven-day model instructing the farmer on the best...
17h ago
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Seeding delays
Producers urged to contact SCIC over crop insurance seeding deadlines
It's been a stressful spring for some farmers as wet conditions and delayed seeding put the growing season behind schedule. A late-season snowfall in May, combined with rain and a turnaround in temperatures, led to quick snowmelt and flooding in parts of northeast and east-central Saskatchewan, delaying spring seeding ...
18h ago
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Shaping the future of the pulse and oilseed sectors.
Farmers invited to join Saskatchewan pulse and oilseed boards
Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) and SaskOilseeds (SKO) are inviting nominations for their boards of directors. Both organizations are encouraging registered producers to put their names forward and help shape the future of Saskatchewan's pulse and oilseed sectors. The SPG board has nine farmer-elected directors, while...
Jun 01, 2026
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New disease detection technology
Saskatoon-based company creates portable disease detection device
The Food and Agriculture Organization reported up to 40 per cent of global crop production is lost to plant pests and diseases each year. An up-and-coming Saskatoon entrepreneur is on a mission to do something about it, starting with saving crops across the province. PathoScan Technologies' Ethan Done credits national ...
May 29, 2026
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Seeding delays
Producers urged to contact SCIC over crop insurance seeding deadlines
It's been a stressful spring for some farmers as wet conditions and delayed seeding put the growing season behind schedule. A late-season snowfall in May, combined with rain and a turnaround in temperatures, led to quick snowmelt and flooding in parts of northeast and east-central Saskatchewan, delaying spring seeding ...
18h ago
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Beef imports
Cattle group urges Ottawa to protect Canadian beef in Mercosur negotiations
Canadian and Mercosur negotiators are meeting in Toronto this week for a key round of trade talks, with the Canadian Cattle Association working with the Canadian negotiating team. The association is urging the federal government to reject any expansion of beef market access in a potential trade deal with Mercosur count...
May 28, 2026
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2026 Saskatchewan Crop Report
Dry weather helps to advance seeding
Warmer weather boosted seeding progress in Saskatchewan. Farmers are 52 per cent through seeding, up from 29 per cent last week, but still behind the five and 10-year averages. Drier conditions allowed for more time in the field. The southwest leads at 74 per cent complete, followed by west-central at 69 per cent, sout...
May 28, 2026
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2026 Manitoba Crop Report
Warm weather speeds Manitoba seeding
Spring planting in Manitoba reached 55 per cent, according to the province's weekly crop report. That is 30 points behind last year and 13 points below the five-year average. James Frey, applied research and production specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, said weather conditions in the province's northwest have finall...
May 27, 2026
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Water Well Monitoring Parameters
Guide created to monitor water wells on farm
A new guideline is helping confined feeding owners and operators monitor water wells. The Water Well Monitoring Parameters Technical Guideline was recently developed by the Technical Advisory Group (TAG), a collaboration between the Alberta government, the Natural Resources Conservation Board and the agricultural indus...
May 26, 2026
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Canadian Agricultural Youth Council
Next generation to shape agriculture and agri-food sector
The fourth intake of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council is open. Youth involved in agriculture or agri-food are encouraged to apply to join the council, which provides a forum for the next generation to share ideas and help shape the future of the sector. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald said you...
May 26, 2026
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agricultural tour
Rocky Ag Society's 2026 E.A.T Tour a great success
On May 14, West Country Grade 4 students traded the classroom for the countryside as the Rocky Mountain House Agricultural Society's Educational Agriculture Tour (E.A.T.) returned for another year.Students from École Rocky Elementary, Lochearn, Rocky Christian School, Caroline School, Charlotte Small, and O'Chie...
May 19, 2026
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Data transfer
Digital data helps with farm transition
Most family-farms are making plans to make the transfer to the next generation.An important component of that process is to make sure knowledge of the operation is passed on.One way of acheiving this is using digital tools. The Walter Farm, located near Armena, Alta. about 20 kilometres northwest of Camrose, is a fami...
Apr 30, 2026
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Wild weather
Drought fears linger as seeding begins on southwest Saskatchewan farms
Seeding season is underway across parts of Saskatchewan, but for farmers in the drought-stricken southwest, optimism in short supply.After a winter that brought little moisture and a spring that has so far swung wildly between warm temperatures and sudden snowstorms, producers are finally getting equipment into the fie...
Apr 27, 2026
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Buy Now, Pay Later!
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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