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Is pea-based milk an option?
USask researchers investigating benefits of pea-based milk versus dairy
We've all been told that milk makes your bones stronger, but a new University of Saskatchewan (USask) research project is exploring whether some kinds of milk could be better for bone strength than others. Dr. Phil Chilibeck, a professor at USask's College of Kinesiology, said a new study will examine whether the benef...
8h ago
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2025 cash advance applications open
Advance Payments Program provides cash flow until farmers can sell agricultural products
Thousands of Western Canadian farmers meet their cash flow needs through an Advance Payments Program (APP) cash advance from Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA). APP is a federal loan program that offers farmers marketing flexibility through interest-free and low-interest cash advances through their unsold crop ...
12h ago
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Filling gaps
University of Manitoba hires first agronomist in residence for special crops
The University of Manitoba has hired Loveleen Kaur Dhillon as its agronomist in residence for special crops, a new, five-year position funded by Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA). MCA recognized a gap in research capacity for crops like corn, sunflower and flax in Manitoba and identified this position as an opportunity to e...
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SARM selects new executive director
Agriculture group finds new leader close to home
The first woman to hold the position of Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is settling into her new role.Laurel Feltin officially took over the position Dec. 2 when Jay Meyer stepped down, and has a great deal of experience already with SARM."SARM has been my home and...
Feb 13, 2025
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Off to Senate
Todd Lewis, former APAS president, named to Canadian Senate
The Canadian Senate will gain a new member this spring with a little soil on his boots.Todd Lewis was recently announced as one of three new appointments to the upper house. He's a well-known figure in Saskatchewan, between his involvement in the local community, his long presidency of the Agricultural Producers Associ...
Feb 13, 2025
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UFA Growth
UFA expands with new cardlock at Global Transportation Hub
The United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited (UFA) continues its expansion in Saskatchewan with the announcement of a new cardlock location west of Regina. UFA announced construction of the new facility in the Global Transportation Hub Authority (GTH), an independent inland port authority. GTH is already home to ...
Feb 13, 2025
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Is pea-based milk an option?
USask researchers investigating benefits of pea-based milk versus dairy
We've all been told that milk makes your bones stronger, but a new University of Saskatchewan (USask) research project is exploring whether some kinds of milk could be better for bone strength than others. Dr. Phil Chilibeck, a professor at USask's College of Kinesiology, said a new study will examine whether the benef...
8h ago
Read More
2025 cash advance applications open
Advance Payments Program provides cash flow until farmers can sell agricultural products
Thousands of Western Canadian farmers meet their cash flow needs through an Advance Payments Program (APP) cash advance from Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA). APP is a federal loan program that offers farmers marketing flexibility through interest-free and low-interest cash advances through their unsold crop ...
12h ago
Read More
Filling gaps
University of Manitoba hires first agronomist in residence for special crops
The University of Manitoba has hired Loveleen Kaur Dhillon as its agronomist in residence for special crops, a new, five-year position funded by Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA). MCA recognized a gap in research capacity for crops like corn, sunflower and flax in Manitoba and identified this position as an opportunity to e...
13h ago
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SARM selects new executive director
Agriculture group finds new leader close to home
The first woman to hold the position of Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is settling into her new role.Laurel Feltin officially took over the position Dec. 2 when Jay Meyer stepped down, and has a great deal of experience already with SARM."SARM has been my home and...
Feb 13, 2025
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Livestock

2025 cash advance applications open
Advance Payments Program provides cash flow until farmers can sell agricultural products
Thousands of Western Canadian farmers meet their cash flow needs through an Advance Payments Program (APP) cash advance from Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA). APP is a federal loan program that offers farmers marketing flexibility through interest-free and low-interest cash advances through their unsold crop ...
12h ago
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SARM selects new executive director
Agriculture group finds new leader close to home
The first woman to hold the position of Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is settling into her new role.Laurel Feltin officially took over the position Dec. 2 when Jay Meyer stepped down, and has a great deal of experience already with SARM."SARM has been my home and...
Feb 13, 2025
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FCC campaign feeds the hungry
Drive Away Hunger partners donate 514 million meals to fight food insecurity
Drive Away Hunger partners donated 514 million meals to fight food insecurity. Farm Credit Canada (FCC)said this more than doubled their contributions from last year. FCC President and CEO Justine Hendricks said this year's results are a testament to the hard work and unwavering dedication of partners across the agricu...
Feb 12, 2025
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Guns smuggled in straw bales
Canadian straw buyer arrested, sentenced in U.S.
A straw buyer from Sherwood Park, Alta. linked to a firearm found during a 2022 Edmonton search warrant has been sentenced in the United States. On Jan. 16, 31-year-old Harsimran Dhaliwal received 82 months in prison and given a $30,000 fine for illegally purchasing handguns to smuggle into Canada. EPS executed a searc...
Feb 12, 2025
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Celebrating Agriculture
Canada's Agriculture Day
It's a celebration of the vital contributions made by everyone involved at every stage of the value chain. Canada's Ag Day is an opportunity to express our gratitude to those who work to feed communities in sustainable, innovative, and trustworthy ways. Lisa Bishop-Spencer, executive director of the Canadian Centre for...
Feb 11, 2025
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Tariff impact on Canadian bison industry
North American bison industry responds to tariff threats
Bison roamed North America for thousands of years before there were any international borders. Ranchers and conservationists on both sides of the Canadian-U.S. border saved the species from extinction and since the 1980s, a strong commercial industry has evolved in both countries. The North American bison market is ext...
Feb 07, 2025
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