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Les Henry award presented to Manitoba soil and water researcher
The 2025 recipient of the Les Henry Award is a retired professor of the Department of Soil Science at the University of Manitoba. Over his career, Dr. Don Flaten published nearly 100 peer-reviewed pap...
Jul 11, 2025

Promoting 4R practices to farmers
Properly managed fertilizers support cropping systems that provide many benefits for Alberta farmers. 4R Nutrient Stewardship helps farmers increase plant growth and yields by using the right source, ...
Jul 10, 2025

Make chicken the ultimate protein snack
The perfect snack for on-the-go lifestyles. Chicken Farmers of Canada have launched its latest national campaign, Chicken. Eat it Anytime. Chicken Farmers of Canada CEO Michael Lalibert said it was de...
Jul 09, 2025

Study says modern farming practices are good for the environment
New research released by the Global Institue for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan confirms what farmers in this province have long known: sustainable production practices are pay...
Jul 09, 2025

Netherlands-based sprayer manufacturer opens Saskatoon store
Agrifac, a global leader in high-tech agricultural sprayers, has opened its first facility in Canada. Located in Saskatoon, Sask., this new hub reinforces Agrifac's commitment to supporting Canadian f...
Jul 08, 2025

Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation offers support to landowners facing gopher overpopulation
With escalating gopher populations causing increasing concern for producers and other landowners across the province, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF), with the support of the Saskatchewan A...
Jul 08, 2025

Listen: Beware of poisonous plants in pastures
Water hemlock is considered one of North America's most toxic plants. Cattle that consume even a small amount of the root can die. Dean Cortus, Range Management Extension Specialist with the Saskatche...
Jul 07, 2025

Drought impacts crops on the Prairies
Prairie farmers are facing another year of drought and it's forcing some to consider getting out of the business.Quinton Jacksteit, who farms near Golden Prairie in southwest Saskatchewan, says it is ...
Jul 07, 2025

Non-profits benefit from FCC AgriSpirit fund
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) AgriSpirit Fund supports capital projects that enrich the lives of residents in communities with fewer than 150,000 people. Applications are now being accepted from registered...
Jul 04, 2025

Saskatchewan farm show ready to highlight new innovations
Western Canada's largest outdoor farm show returns this month to showcase new and exciting technology for the agriculture sector.Ag in Motion show director Rob O'Connor said there will be more to expl...
Jul 04, 2025