Economic impact
U.S. farmers and consumers would suffer if there was a seed oil ban
The American Soybean Association has released a seed oil study that showed a ban would not bode well for of the soy industry and U.S. consumers. The World Agricultural Economic and Environmental Services (WAEES) examined the impacts of a potential seed oil ban in the U.S. food supply. The study comes in the wake of com...
Apr 17, 2025
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Canada Votes 2025
Tariffs on the campaign trail
Tariffs have been top of mind for people across the country for months now, so it only makes sense that it would be a top issue as people head to the federal election polls.In Saskatchewan, tariffs are already having an effect.The tariff on Canadian steel going into the U.S. has raised concerns for steel workers in Reg...
Apr 17, 2025
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Seeding
Farmers optimistic heading into spring seeding, agriculture minister says
It's a busy season for farmers across the province as they gear up for spring seeding.Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison said seeding will start at different times across Saskatchewan."In the southwest there's a few early adopters out there that are out in the fields already," Harrison said.He s...
Apr 17, 2025
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Economic impact
U.S. farmers and consumers would suffer if there was a seed oil ban
The American Soybean Association has released a seed oil study that showed a ban would not bode well for of the soy industry and U.S. consumers. The World Agricultural Economic and Environmental Services (WAEES) examined the impacts of a potential seed oil ban in the U.S. food supply. The study comes in the wake of com...
Apr 17, 2025
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Canada Votes 2025
Tariffs on the campaign trail
Tariffs have been top of mind for people across the country for months now, so it only makes sense that it would be a top issue as people head to the federal election polls.In Saskatchewan, tariffs are already having an effect.The tariff on Canadian steel going into the U.S. has raised concerns for steel workers in Reg...
Apr 17, 2025
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Saskatchewan Beef Expo results
Young cattle producers hone skills at Beef Expo
The Saskatchewan Beef Expo provides meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities that prepare young producers for success in the beef industry The event equipped 78 participants with proven techniques and tips on selection, showmanship, and safe handling practices for livestock provided by returning clinician, Kirk Stie...
Apr 16, 2025
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Training vets to assist in Equine births
Life-sized horse models provide real experience to vet students
Two new life-sized horse models are enhancing the educational experience for veterinary students' practical skills in assisting pregnant horses and their 35-kilogram babies. The pair were donated to the BJ Hughes Centre for Clinical Learning at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) by Dr. June Donaldson, an...
Apr 16, 2025
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Grain Movement Delays
Grain off the rails: Transportation update
Grain companies have not been pleased with either railways' ability to meet hopper car orders this winter. Mark Hemmes with Quorum Corp monitors railway performance on behalf of grain companies and several farm organizations. He participated in a webinar sponsored by the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission. Hemme...
Apr 14, 2025
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Seeding
Farmers optimistic heading into spring seeding, agriculture minister says
It's a busy season for farmers across the province as they gear up for spring seeding.Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison said seeding will start at different times across Saskatchewan."In the southwest there's a few early adopters out there that are out in the fields already," Harrison said.He s...
Apr 17, 2025
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Economic impact
U.S. farmers and consumers would suffer if there was a seed oil ban
The American Soybean Association has released a seed oil study that showed a ban would not bode well for of the soy industry and U.S. consumers. The World Agricultural Economic and Environmental Services (WAEES) examined the impacts of a potential seed oil ban in the U.S. food supply. The study comes in the wake of com...
Apr 17, 2025
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Grain Movement Delays
Grain off the rails: Transportation update
Grain companies have not been pleased with either railways' ability to meet hopper car orders this winter. Mark Hemmes with Quorum Corp monitors railway performance on behalf of grain companies and several farm organizations. He participated in a webinar sponsored by the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission. Hemme...
Apr 14, 2025
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Youth Farm Safety Program
Prioritizing on-farm safety for the next generation
A fun and interactive program is available to help farm families start those important conversations about safety. The BASF Safety Scouts program provides 2,000 BASF Safety Scout and BASF Safety Captain kits each year at no cost to farm families across Canada. The kits are designed to encourage farm children to take on...
Apr 11, 2025
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Livestock
Saskatchewan Beef Expo results
Young cattle producers hone skills at Beef Expo
The Saskatchewan Beef Expo provides meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities that prepare young producers for success in the beef industry The event equipped 78 participants with proven techniques and tips on selection, showmanship, and safe handling practices for livestock provided by returning clinician, Kirk Stie...
Apr 16, 2025
Read More
Training vets to assist in Equine births
Life-sized horse models provide real experience to vet students
Two new life-sized horse models are enhancing the educational experience for veterinary students' practical skills in assisting pregnant horses and their 35-kilogram babies. The pair were donated to the BJ Hughes Centre for Clinical Learning at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) by Dr. June Donaldson, an...
Apr 16, 2025
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Youth Farm Safety Program
Prioritizing on-farm safety for the next generation
A fun and interactive program is available to help farm families start those important conversations about safety. The BASF Safety Scouts program provides 2,000 BASF Safety Scout and BASF Safety Captain kits each year at no cost to farm families across Canada. The kits are designed to encourage farm children to take on...
Apr 11, 2025
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Agriculture in the Classroom
Agriculture in the Classroom Canada welcomes new executive director
Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C) has made changes to its leadership team. Denise Schmidt steps into the role of executive director ready to strengthen the foundation of agricultural literacy across Canada. Raised with a deep appreciation for Canadian agriculture, Schmidt brings decades of experience connect...
Apr 08, 2025
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Saskatchewan Beef Expo
Beef Expo inspires the next generation of cattle producers
The 11th annual Saskatchewan Beef Expo returns to Saskatoon, Sask. this weekend and with it comes learning opportunities for young cattle producers. Prairieland Park hosts the event as a way to provide platform for producers to develop their skills, gain industry knowledge, and connect with experts in the field through...
Apr 07, 2025
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Avian Influenza
Spread of avian influenza slow in BC
British Columbia poultry farmers are getting a break from devastating waves of avian flu but experts worry what the next migration of wild birds will bring. Troy Bourque with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said there have been six waves of H5N1 flu since the first detection in Canada in 2021, and all coincided wit...
Apr 07, 2025
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Markets
Grain Movement Delays
Grain off the rails: Transportation update
Grain companies have not been pleased with either railways' ability to meet hopper car orders this winter. Mark Hemmes with Quorum Corp monitors railway performance on behalf of grain companies and several farm organizations. He participated in a webinar sponsored by the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission. Hemme...
Apr 14, 2025
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Global Agriculture Technology Exchange
Province of Manitoba invests in new cereals facility in Winnipeg
The Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate) Capital Campaign has secured another $13 million towards its new facility in Winnipeg, Man. The funding announcement was made from the pilot bakery at Cereals Canada, one of six technical facilities located at the organization's downtown Winnipeg headquarters.Dean Dias,...
Apr 10, 2025
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Canola groups relieved
Canola industry responds to U.S. tariff announcement
President Donald Trump indicated that Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) compliant goods, which includes Canadian-produced canola and canola products, will not presently be subject to tariffs. Canola Council of Canada (CCC) President & CEO Chris Davison said this week's announcement from the President is...
Apr 04, 2025
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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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Bodnarus Auctioneering
Bodnarus Auctioneering: providing professionalism and results
Whether you are a farmer who is downsizing, relocating, retiring or someone faced with the loss of a loved one, there will come a time to decide how to handle the selling of personal assets. No matter the reason, Bodnarus Auctioneering will be on your side, to ensure your farm and belongings are looked after. "We ...
May 11, 2022
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Straight cutting your canola
These past few years, the industry has seen a variety of new traits bred into canola seed varieties. We are bombarded with a variety of terms including "Pod Shatter", "Harvest Max", and "Late Swath Potential". Canola companies have their own specific breeding program that has produced vari...
Sep 01, 2021
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