The Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Association is keeping a close eye and ear to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's investigation into a positive case of Bovine Tuberculosis found in a cow that originated from a herd in Saskatchewan. The CFIA said the six-year-old cow was slaughtered at a federally regulated abattoir in A...

UFA Co-operative UFA has expanded its operations to Melfort, Sask. President and CEO Scott Bolton said the new location is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for customers. "We are thrilled to expand our presence in Saskatchewan with the opening of this new loca...

A disease that lives off the flesh of living mammals has been confirmed in Chiapas, Mexico. New World screwworm (NWS) is a parasitic larval disease of warm-blooded animals where the female fly will lay eggs near an open wound and the larvae can infest the wound and cause significant infections. NWS can infest livestock...

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched an investigation into a case of bovine tuberculosis (bovine TB) in an animal originating from Saskatchewan that was slaughtered at a federally registered abattoir in Alberta. On Nov. 29, CFIA Ottawa Laboratory Fallowfield found that tissues collected from a six-ye...

A new program is offering up to $25,000 to help clinics attract more veterinarians to rural British Columbia.Businesses can apply for a portion of the $1.4 million recruitment and retention program to support hiring bonuses for new veterinarians and technologists, or for highly needed services like extra staffing durin...

Students pursuing an education in agriculture have a chance to earn some cash to help pay for it. The 2025 Agriculture Student Scholarship includes four awards. There is a grand prize scholarship valued at $6,000 and three runner up scholarships at $3,000 each. This helps even more young people develop the skills and k...

Saskatchewan 4-H Clubs are benefiting from a program from Farm Credit Canada (FCC). The 2024 FCC 4-H Club Funds will go to 34 clubs who will receive up to $500. It supports volunteers across the country as they continue to build the next generation of leaders in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. FCC president and...

The recent signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Canada and Indonesia will benefit Canadian beef sector and the cereals industry. During the Team Canada Trade Mission to Indonesia, Canada's Minister of International Trade signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Canada and...

A group of eight young leaders will be mentees for the Saskatchewan Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program. The 18-month experience creates leadership development opportunities and allows them to increase their involvement in decisions affecting the agriculture industry. Mentees are paired with suitable mentors to gai...

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) has selected a new President. Bill Prybylski takes on the new role after winning an election during the APAS Annual General Meeting in Regina this week, beating two other candidates. Ian Boxall wasn't seeking another term as President. Prybylski said he was ...

4-H Alberta is receiving new funding from TD Bank Group. TD Ready Commitment will provide additional financial literacy support and resources to 4-H Alberta members and will help expand their financial knowledge and confidence. The initial $25,000 will grow to $40,000 the following year, increasing the learning opportu...

Gemstone Cattle Company of Gem, Alta. and Polyculture Plante 1987 Inc of Saint-Pétronille, Que. were chosen as National Winners from regional finalists at Canada's Outstanding Young Farmer (OYF) Program. Brothers Daniel, Lorin, and Barry Doerksen operate Gemstone Cattle Company while the husband-and-wife team of...

World Soil Day (WSD) is held each year on Dec. 5 as a way to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources. An international day to celebrate soil was recommended by the International Union of Soil Sciences in 2002. Under the leadership of the Kingdom...

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) celebrated a decade of its Beef Researcher Mentorship Program, which has connected more than 40 mentees with countless beef producers and industry mentors to bridge the gap between science and industry. Andrea Brocklebank, executive director of the BCRC, said the program launched...

Abby Harty of Edam, Sask. and was crowned Miss Rodeo Agribition (MRA) at the Canadian Western Agribition last week. Harty was one of three young women who were competing for the title. The contestants participated in various judged events throughout the week, including personal interviews, a horsemanship competition, p...

Saskatchewan Country Music Association (SCMA) and Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) will collaborate on music week in Regina next year. SCMA and CWA will partner bringing live music to the city of Regina during the week of Agribition 2025. The new partnership was launched this afternoon at the Bud Light Loading Chute. ...

Several cattle industry initiatives were announced during Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, Sask. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Minister Lawrence MacAulay highlighted an investment of roughly $4.5 million dollars for four projects to the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA). The largest of the four projects...

It is a role reserved for dignitaries like agriculture ministers and city officials. However, the 53rd edition of the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) will officially begin at the hands of the Head Coach of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Agribition is officially opening this morning with the Burning of the Brand led by...

Alberta Milk will be matching donations up to $100,000 for children's health. The Holiday Match Campaign is in partnership with the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation (ACHF). From Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, Alberta's dairy farmers will match all donations dollar-for-dollar, up to $100,000, to support critical healthcare fo...

British Columbia poultry farmers are on high alert as dozens of avian flu infections have raced through farms. Shawn Hall with the B-C Poultry Association said the industry has raised its biosecurity level to red, the highest level, as infections increase this fall. Hall said some of the safety measures include requiri...

Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay has returned to Canada after a one-week mission to China. MacAulay and his delegation travelled to Beijing where they met with Chinese industry leaders, importers, and Canadian officials to advocate for improved commercial opportunities for Canadian farmers, processors and ex...

When Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Indonesia counterpart President Prabowo Subianto announced the conclusion of negotiations for a free trade agreement agrifood producers were delighted. Greg Northey, President of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) said they have supported Canada's efforts to reach a...

In the event of an African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak, a trade recovery program needs to be developed. The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) met with Parliamentarians, government officials, and partners in Ottawa to discuss the issue and other concerns. The main focus of those meetings was...

The Senate Foreign Affairs and International Trade Committee is seeking adjustments in a trade bill. The committee recommended an amendment of Bill C-282 so that it does not apply to existing trade agreements or those being renegotiated or currently under negotiation. Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance president Greg No...

Canada Post has released of its annual Remembrance Day stamp issue, honouring the contributions of the farmerettes and Soldiers of the Soil during the First and Second World Wars.The two-stamp set commemorates the young men and women who stepped up to support Canada's agricultural efforts when the country and its allie...

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced his new cabinet. Among the changes will be a new leader in the agriculture portfolio. Daryl Harrison has been appointed the new the Minister of Agriculture replacing David Marit who becomes Minister of Highways and Minister of SaskBuilds and Procurement. Other notables include E...

A pair of bills related to interoperability of farm equipment and right-to-repair have been passed in the Senate. Grain Growers of Canada Executive Director Kyle Larkin said Bills C-244 and C-294 amend the Copyright Act and will allow farmers to access that diagnostic software needed to repair technological equipment l...

Each year, the Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan Champion Award recognizes an individual who has engaged consumers in agriculture and worked to build public trust in farming and food. This year's recipient is Joe Kleinsasser, a member and supporter of Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan (FFC SK) since its inception 10 years ...