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SHA warn of hantavirus risk during spring cleaning
Spring cleaning could come with a deadly health risk.The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning about hantavirus, a rare but potentially fatal illness spread by infected deer mice. "Anyone cleaning storage sheds or recreational vehicles that have been sitting all winter should be aware and take precautions...
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Nitrogen Management Research
Looking for better ways to manage nitrogen
Farmers need to feed the plants that are the foundation of the food supply. Nitrogen fertilizer gives crops key nutrients, but the century-old process used for fertilizer production has significant energy demands. The University of Saskatchewan's (USask) Dr. Kate Congreves (PhD) is part of a group of researchers that a...
Apr 23, 2025
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DEER MICE
SHA warn of hantavirus risk during spring cleaning
Spring cleaning could come with a deadly health risk.The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning about hantavirus, a rare but potentially fatal illness spread by infected deer mice. "Anyone cleaning storage sheds or recreational vehicles that have been sitting all winter should be aware and take precautions...
8h ago
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Seeding begins
Saskatchewan farmers prepare for spring seeding
Parts of Saskatchewan experienced another blast of snow this week and that delay will mean more time for producers to get reading to plant the 2025 crop. But for some farmers seeding is not too far down the road. Saskatchewan Agriculture Crops Extension Specialist Tyce Masich said most areas will need one to two weeks ...
10h ago
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Nitrogen Management Research
Looking for better ways to manage nitrogen
Farmers need to feed the plants that are the foundation of the food supply. Nitrogen fertilizer gives crops key nutrients, but the century-old process used for fertilizer production has significant energy demands. The University of Saskatchewan's (USask) Dr. Kate Congreves (PhD) is part of a group of researchers that a...
Apr 23, 2025
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4 cattle found infected after December report
Sask. Cattle Association looking to curb bovine tuberculosis
After an investigation from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) began in December, it's been determined that a farm in southeast Saskatchewan was home to four cattle that had been infected with bovine tuberculosis, and a number of organizations are working together to curb the spread of the disease.A coordinated...
Apr 23, 2025
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Managing young cows prior to breeding
Listen: The key to a profitable cow-calf enterprise means having a breeding cow that can produce a healthy, live calf each year.
The 80 to 90 days following calving places a huge demand on the cow. The cow must produce milk, her reproductive tract goes through repair, she needs to begin cycling and hopefully rebreeds within that timeframe. Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Livestock and Feed Extension Specialist Jenifer Heyden says proper nut...
Apr 22, 2025
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Agriculture leaders debate
Agricultural debate showcases national parties' priorities prior to election
Representatives from five national political parties spoke to the most pressing issues facing Canadian agriculture at a debate sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA). Participants for the debate included Heather Ray with the NDP, Bloc Québécois spokesperson Yves Perron, John Barlow with...
Apr 21, 2025
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Seeding begins
Saskatchewan farmers prepare for spring seeding
Parts of Saskatchewan experienced another blast of snow this week and that delay will mean more time for producers to get reading to plant the 2025 crop. But for some farmers seeding is not too far down the road. Saskatchewan Agriculture Crops Extension Specialist Tyce Masich said most areas will need one to two weeks ...
10h ago
Read More
Nitrogen Management Research
Looking for better ways to manage nitrogen
Farmers need to feed the plants that are the foundation of the food supply. Nitrogen fertilizer gives crops key nutrients, but the century-old process used for fertilizer production has significant energy demands. The University of Saskatchewan's (USask) Dr. Kate Congreves (PhD) is part of a group of researchers that a...
Apr 23, 2025
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Agriculture leaders debate
Agricultural debate showcases national parties' priorities prior to election
Representatives from five national political parties spoke to the most pressing issues facing Canadian agriculture at a debate sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA). Participants for the debate included Heather Ray with the NDP, Bloc Québécois spokesperson Yves Perron, John Barlow with...
Apr 21, 2025
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Saskatchewan Water Management
Saskatchewan water management program accepting applications
A program that provides financial support to farmers and local governments developing and maintaining responsible agricultural water management projects in Saskatchewan has started accepting applications. The Water Security Agency (WSA) administers the Agricultural Water Management Fund where applicants can receive up ...
Apr 21, 2025
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Livestock
4 cattle found infected after December report
Sask. Cattle Association looking to curb bovine tuberculosis
After an investigation from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) began in December, it's been determined that a farm in southeast Saskatchewan was home to four cattle that had been infected with bovine tuberculosis, and a number of organizations are working together to curb the spread of the disease.A coordinated...
Apr 23, 2025
Read More
Managing young cows prior to breeding
Listen: The key to a profitable cow-calf enterprise means having a breeding cow that can produce a healthy, live calf each year.
The 80 to 90 days following calving places a huge demand on the cow. The cow must produce milk, her reproductive tract goes through repair, she needs to begin cycling and hopefully rebreeds within that timeframe. Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Livestock and Feed Extension Specialist Jenifer Heyden says proper nut...
Apr 22, 2025
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Agriculture leaders debate
Agricultural debate showcases national parties' priorities prior to election
Representatives from five national political parties spoke to the most pressing issues facing Canadian agriculture at a debate sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA). Participants for the debate included Heather Ray with the NDP, Bloc Québécois spokesperson Yves Perron, John Barlow with...
Apr 21, 2025
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Saskatchewan Water Management
Saskatchewan water management program accepting applications
A program that provides financial support to farmers and local governments developing and maintaining responsible agricultural water management projects in Saskatchewan has started accepting applications. The Water Security Agency (WSA) administers the Agricultural Water Management Fund where applicants can receive up ...
Apr 21, 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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Agriculture leaders debate
Agricultural debate showcases national parties' priorities prior to election
Representatives from five national political parties spoke to the most pressing issues facing Canadian agriculture at a debate sponsored by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA). Participants for the debate included Heather Ray with the NDP, Bloc Québécois spokesperson Yves Perron, John Barlow with...
Apr 21, 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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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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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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