Applications are now open for Lethbridge Polytechnic's Pre-Veterinary Medicine diploma, launching in the fall 2026. The foundational sciences program prepares students for advanced professional studies in veterinary medicine while also offering career pathways in the animal sciences field. Over the two-year program, s...

Agricultural land prices in the country continued to climb last year, but the increase was more pronounced in some regions than others. Farm Credit Canada (FCC) said Canadian farmland prices rose an average of 9.3 per cent in 2025, on par with the previous year. The biggest bumps were in the Prairie provinces, while g...

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is expanding an existing program to help agribusinesses, farm operators and food processors. FCC president and CEO Justine Hendricks said the conflict in the Middle East heightens concerns about the rising cost of fertilizer costs and energy. "When global tensions rise, producers are ofte...

Siblings with a family farm near Osage are going to represent Saskatchewan at the National Outstanding Young Farmers event this fall. Jordan Lynch and Chansi Bourke are part of the Lynch Farm Partnership in the southeast corner of the province. "We're all super stoked," Jordan said following the announcement...

The task force fighting to save the Lacombe Research and Development Centre, and with it over 100 local jobs, offered an update this week on their efforts to force a review.This story has been covered extensively by rdnewsNOW since news broke in January.--Podcast: Lacombe area mayors confront Ottawa on future of resear...

The Saskatchewan Budget was introduced yesterday, and there will be an increase in agriculture spending. The investment in the agriculture minisitry for 2026-27 is a $660.8 million, which is a jump of $37.4 million over last year. This included $89.4 million to support programs in the agri-food sector, and another $524...

Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) have a new group of dedicated individuals who have been named this year's industry-leading mentors.Canadian Cattle Association President Tyler Fulton said each year the CYL Program selects 16 participants ages 18-35 from across the country and offers industry networking, travel, and ...

A Regina-based agriculture event brings farmers, exhibitors and industry leaders together to kick off the growing season. The event features hands-on learning, a large-scale tradeshow, and opportunities to explore advancements in agriculture. Canada's Farm Show also provides special recognition to individuals making a...

Canada's Farm Show Regina, Sask., presented by Bunge, is underway featuring three days of education, innovation and collaboration for the agriculture industry. The event kicked off with the Thank You Farmers pancake breakfast and Premier Scott Moe sharing some of the successes achieved in the past year. Moe said trad...

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has entered a new partnership with Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) on sustainable agricultural programs. Loblaw will help enable DUC agronomists to work directly with grain growers and livestock producers to rehabilitate marginal cropland, establish valuable perennial cover and implement ...

Organizations that represent Canadian farmers across conventional and organic production of crops and livestock have united in their opposition of the closure of research facilities in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia, and the Organic and Regenerative Research Program. They are also op...

Most of Saskatchewan can anticipate near to below normal runoff this spring. In the Water Security Agency (WSA) spring runoff outlook for 2026, an area from Kindersley to Assiniboia in the southwest corner, is expected to have a well below normal runoff, while eastern Saskatchewan, from Wynyard to Yorkton, is expecte...

Elected representatives from the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) had a lot to consider during their three-day annual convention. Roughly 25 resolutions were debated.In one of the most significant resolutions, 95 per cent of delegates voted in favour of asking the federal government to reverse it...

Sales of agricultural tractors and combines in Canada and the United States showed mixed results in February as farmers continue to evaluate capital purchases amid changing commodity prices and interest rate pressures. According to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), Canadian and U.S....

A Team Canada trade mission focused on the significance of Mexico to this country's pork industry. The trip last month brought together federal and industry leaders to reinforce economic cooperation for the important export market. Mexico is currently the third largest export market for Canadian pork products, with ex...

A new program has been created to help producers address ongoing issues with herds of elk causing damage on farms. In 2027, the Environment Ministry will be offering eight depredation permits to producers who have a demonstrated history of significant damage from congregating elk. SCIC is working with the Environmen...

Farmers and ranchers met last month just outside of Saskatoon to address several pressing matters at the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association (SSGA) 2026 Semi-Annual Meeting. SSGA members debated 15 resolutions that ranged from traceability, regulatory reform, wildlife management, research investment, and practical...

Support is coming for young Canadians across the country to gain valuable hands-on experience in the agriculture and agri-food sector. The federal government is providing $27 million to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's (AAFC) Youth Employment and Skills Program. It's part of the government's broader Youth Employment ...

Rural municipalities from across Saskatchewan meet next week for their annual conference - an opportunity to discuss issues of concern. The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) will welcome roughly 2,000 delegates, exhibitors, and guests from across the province for the event March 10 - 12.Attendees ...

The Canadian cattle herd rose on Jan. 1, the first year-over-year increase since 2018. The information comes from the Statistics Canada Livestock Estimates Report which shows in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba there were mixed results in cattle, hog and sheep inventories. Inventories rose in all categories of catt...

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) are looking for ways to gather input on proposed changes to traceability regulations. Following 15 producer meetings and a Town Hall session, ABP delegates passed a resolution at the 2026 Annual General Meeting directing the creation of a traceability working group. In a statement, ABP sai...

The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is calling on the provincial and federal governments to strengthen funding and partnership commitments for Emergency Response Services that support healthcare, safety, and disaster preparedness across rural Saskatchewan. SARM President Bill Huber said rural mu...

AgriStability is being expanded to include pasture-related feed costs as an eligible expense for livestock producers. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald said the guidelines are being expanded in the 2026 program year for expenses incurred by producers who graze their animals on land they do not own. Th...

Following the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by Prime Minister Carney and President Prabowo in September the Canadian government announced a major expansion of market access for Canadian beef and pork. Canadian exporters are now able to ship over-30-month (OTM) bone-in beef, and for ...

Food insecurity in Canada remains a critical issue. More than 10 million people live in households that don't always have enough food, including nearly one in three children. The Farm Credit Canada (FCC) Drive Away Hunger Campaign donated 635 million meals in 2025, helping families put nutritious meals on the table, ...

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he will sign an executive order imposing a 10 per cent global tariff - and lashed out at Supreme Court justices hours after America's top court struck down his use of an emergency legal tool to realign global trade."Their decision is incorrect," Trump said. "But it...

Saskatchewan Crop Insurance prices in 2026 will be higher than last year for a few crops, but most crops will be lower. Crop insurance for the 2026 crop year was laid out at a news conference Friday afternoon.Saskatchewan's agriculture minister, Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC), and industry stakeholders ...

Consumer demand for pork both domestically and internationally will continue to play a role in hog markets moving through 2026. Farm Credit Canada (FCC) released its 2026 Hog Outlook. It started out by saying 2025 was a good year for the Canadian and North American hog sectors and 2026 is expected to be similar. FCC ...