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By Alice McFarlane

CELEBRATE SASKATCHEWAN AGRICULTURE IN OCTOBER

#CelebrateAg in October

Oct 3, 2023 | 5:30 PM

October is Agriculture Month in Saskatchewan.

The designation shows off the work being done by farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses who produce high quality, sustainable food in our province.

Agriculture Minister David Marit said the industry is a cornerstone of the province.

“You can’t celebrate this amazing industry without acknowledging the people who make the industry great. Through a combination of experience and cutting-edge technology, Saskatchewan producers and agri-businesses are building and protecting the agriculture sector in the province for generations to come, which is certainly worth celebrating,” Marit said.

Agriculture Month is an opportunity to increase consumer understanding of and trust in modern food production. The public can explore their connection to food and share their story through the theme, “#CelebrateAg.”

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Members of the agriculture industry are also encouraged to get involved by sharing their own stories, hosting open houses, or engaging the public in discussions about agriculture and agri-food production.

Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan will share food stories, hold an online photo contest, and use social media to encourage the public to learn about modern agriculture.

Executive Director Clinton Monchuk said Ag Month is a time to recognize how far we have come in food production and farming practices.

“Saskatchewan agriculture has been made great by the people who work in this industry and the benefits are global,” Monchuk said.

For a full list of Agriculture Month events or to learn how you can take part, visit farmfoodcaresk.org, follow Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan on Twitter @FarmFoodCareSK, or on Facebook at Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan.

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alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com

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