A deal has been reached for land for the Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate) facility in downtown Winnipeg. Cereals Canada and James Richardson & Sons, Limited (JRSL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Richardson Centre, a subsidiary of JRSL, will make an in-kind contribution of land for the...

Premier Scott Moe shuffled his cabinet on Thursday, with five MLAs who were first elected last year taking on ministerial portfolios for the first time.Mike Weger (Weyburn-Bengough) will serve as minister of community safety in a portfoilio previously known as corrections, policing and public safety, taking over for Ti...

Mazergroup's Board of Directors, along with the Mazer family, have approved the appointment of Ben Voss as its new president and chief executive officer. Voss has more than 25 years of experience in agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and large-scale project leadership. Mazergroup Board Chair Jim McManes said with ...

Nearly 100 leaders in Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector have sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney in a show of support for the full 16-year renewal of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). The organizations represent a broad spectrum of agriculture and agri-food industries-including farmers,...

For the first time in nearly three decades African swine fever (ASF) has been discovered in Spain.In November ASF was found in two dead wild boars in the Barcelona area. Eleven more wild boars, found dead in the same area, later tested positive. Catalonia accounts for about eight per cent of Spain's hog production. Swi...

Canadian Foodgrains Bank and global agribusiness Bunge will continue their partnership in the fight against global hunger. Foodgrains Bank and Bunge (formerly Viterra) are celebrating 10 years of collaboration, in which Bunge allows the use of company land near select locations to be farmed by volunteers, with crop pro...

The Bertha armyworm, cabbage seed pod weevil and canola flower midge were among the more visible insect pests in canola this year. Agriculture and Agrifood Canada research scientist Meghan Vankosky is based in Saskatoon, Sask. She provided the 2025 insect review for those attending Canola Week meetings. Starting with B...

The November 2025 Field Crop Survey on production on the prairies was higher than anticipated. Despite dry conditions in early summer, timely precipitation later in the growing season improved conditions and pushed yields higher for several crops. Analysts and traders said farmers told them crop yields were larger than...

The Canary Seed Development Commission of Saskatchewan (CSDCS) will host its annual meeting and information session in Regina, Sask. on Dec. 11. Following a short business meeting, there will be a presentation from Adam Carter at the Crop Development Centre. He will provide an update on canary seed breeding research. A...

Canadian farmers could see significant increases in income and new opportunities if agricultural productivity growth returns to historic highs. This is according to a Farm Credit Canada (FCC) report. The report titled Reigniting Agricultural Productivity in Canada, estimated boosting productivity growth to two per cent...

Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers' program is an annual competition to recognize farmers under the age of 40 that exemplify excellence in their profession and promote the contribution of agriculture. Ryan and Romy Schill of Circle R Livestock Ltd and Revolution Wool Company located at Wallenstein, Ont. and Pierre Luc ...

Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) has officially wrapped up its 54th edition with its highest attendance ever recorded. The show welcomed 151,037 visitors, making it the largest Agribition to date, reaffirming its position as Saskatchewan's largest annual event. There were several events going on including the Maple Le...

Voting closed on Nov. 28 for the election of the Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) Board of Directors. The election brings one new director to the board while retaining two directors for another term. Joining the SPG board is Dan Flynn of Lucky Lake. Coming back to the board are Robyn Henry of Hodgeville and Stuart Lawr...

Canadian veterinarians are calling on Ottawa to streamline regulations as key animal medicines have become increasingly unavailable. Tracy Fisher with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association says veterinarians no longer have access to 40 per cent of medications they once were able to use. She says the loss of appro...

There's something in the water in Edam, Sask. Canadian Western Agribition crowned Shylah Sitter as the 2026 Miss Rodeo Agribition during the first performance of the Maple Leaf Circuit Finals Rodeo. Sitter becomes the second individual from Edam to win the crown, after current Miss Rodeo Agribition and Miss Rodeo Canad...

Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) has a new livestock bedding supplier Prairie Clean Enterprises (PCE) will provide the bedding that is manufactured from 100 per cent Canadian flax straw. The bedding is pelletized and engineered to be ultra-low dust to improve air quality, while being highly absorbent. It is also desig...

A list of recommended varieties for barley producers has been released.The Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre (CMBTC) has created the 2026-27 list so farmers can plan for the next season.The Recommended Barley Varieties List shows AAC Synergy is still the leading variety, accounting for 35 per cent of seeded acre...

Day Two of Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) opened with the Breakfast in the Barns. The annual event brings together producers, industry leaders, and guests for discussions highlighting Saskatchewan's global leadership in agriculture, livestock development, and economic growth. Guest speaker Premier Scott Moe said Agr...

The federal agriculture minister said the government is "moving in the right direction" when it comes to re-engaging with countries imposing tariffs on Canada.It comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in an attempt to revive a trade deal, which included conversation...

The country's largest livestock show opened its doors this morning in Regina, Sask. The kickoff to the 54th edition of the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA), was the Burning of the Brand, which was led by Bernadette McIntyre, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan. Agribition president Michael Latimer said its an importan...

Agricultural product provider Nutrien's decision this week to build a US$1-billion potash export terminal in Longview, Washington, rather than in Canada was made to "meet rising demand for Saskatchewan-made potash," according to a report by Reuters.The news agency said the the Saskatoon-based company expects ...

Western Canada's largest outdoor farm show is in the national spotlight.Ag in Motion, located near Langham, Sask. received the Business Event of the Year at the Canadian Tourism Awards.Rob O'Connor, Show Director for Ag in Motion said the award recognizes the show's dedication to the local community, its leadership wit...

Family farmers across Canada are calling on the federal government to modernize tax laws prohibiting them from passing properties down to their nieces and nephews. Under the Income Tax Act (ITA), a farmer can transfer qualified farm property to their child on a tax-deferred basis, but not to a niece or nephew, even if ...

When nominations closed for the Alberta Canola Producers Commission director elections, just enough people let their names stand. All of the candidates were elected by acclamation in regions 1, 4, 7, and 10. As a result, no election is necessary. The four canola grower director-elects are Chris Kamphuis from Worsley, J...

Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) will provide $1,148,900 over three years in a Core Barley Breeding Agreement with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). The producer-funded investment will support the development of new barley varieties with higher yields, stronger disease resistance, and improved agronomic...

Food sovereignty and justice are themes this year at the gathering of the advocacy group. Phil Mount, vice-president of policy at the union, said food sovereignty is a timely topic as the trade war with the U.S. has put Canadian food and food producers in the spotlight. The convention will allow farmers and farm worker...

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he's hopeful the federal government and Alberta can make progress on getting a pipeline built and allowing some tanker traffic on the northern B.C. coast. Moe said the measures would support Saskatchewan's goal of exporting more potash, agricultural products and oil. The Globe and Ma...

Farmers from across Canada are gathering in New Brunswick this week for the annual National Farmers Union convention.Food sovereignty and justice are themes this year at the gathering of the advocacy group.Phil Mount, vice-president of policy at the union, says food sovereignty is a timely topic as the trade war with t...