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Commercial agreements
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Beijing and Ottawa are extending a January agreement to provide Chinese market access to Canadian imports in exchange for Canadian market access for Chinese steel and aluminum.In March, after Prime Minister Mark Carney's January visit to Beijing, China dropped tariffs on Canadian canola meal, peas, lobster and crab.Can...
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tariffs impact farm equipment and parts
Ag Equipment dealers call for free and fair trade post U.S. midterm elections
One of the largest Canada-U.S. trade associations called on Ottawa to make trade with the United States a top priority in its renewed negotiations with Washington. Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) want tariff certainty, targeted relief for heavy equipment, and a return to the negotiating table. AED members sell,...
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Be What the World Needs
A new chapter for digital agriculture and Indigenous knowledge at USask
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) officially opened the Nutrien Digital Agriculture Centre and the kihci-okâwîmâw askiy (Great Mother Earth) Knowledge Centre. The two centres, located just steps apart, mark the beginning of a new chapter for the College of Agriculture and Bioresources and the co...
Nov 3, 2026
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Soil health
Solving tough soil problems with cover crops
Producers face many challenges during the growing season. Weed pressure, fertility, drought, and poor water infiltration can impact production. A series of workshops in Saskatchewan this week will provide practical advice on how cover crops and healthy soils can address some of today's toughest farming challenges. Cove...
Nov 2, 2026
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Controlled Environment Agriculture
Improving access to fruits and vegetables in a short season climate
Canada's short growing season limits the ability to produce enough fruits and vegetables to meet the country's year-round demand. To look closer at that challenge, the federal government will fund a new program to examine alternatives. The Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Growth Pathway Program will suppor...
Oct 30, 2026
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Steffes Auctioneers hosts inperson sale
Live auction format returns to NE Saskatchewan
While most auction sales are conducted online, one company is reviving the in-person event. Steffes Group Auctioneers will hold its first live auction in Saskatchewan on Nov. 3 in Tisdale, Sask. The live sale will have farm machinery, campers, cars, trucks, ATVs, as well as lawn and garden equipment. Bruce Schapansky ...
Oct 30, 2026
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Crops

Commercial agreements
Beijing, Ottawa agree to extend deal on canola, Chinese steel access to late 2028
Beijing and Ottawa are extending a January agreement to provide Chinese market access to Canadian imports in exchange for Canadian market access for Chinese steel and aluminum.In March, after Prime Minister Mark Carney's January visit to Beijing, China dropped tariffs on Canadian canola meal, peas, lobster and crab.Can...
9h ago
Read More
tariffs impact farm equipment and parts
Ag Equipment dealers call for free and fair trade post U.S. midterm elections
One of the largest Canada-U.S. trade associations called on Ottawa to make trade with the United States a top priority in its renewed negotiations with Washington. Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) want tariff certainty, targeted relief for heavy equipment, and a return to the negotiating table. AED members sell,...
10h ago
Read More
Be What the World Needs
A new chapter for digital agriculture and Indigenous knowledge at USask
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) officially opened the Nutrien Digital Agriculture Centre and the kihci-okâwîmâw askiy (Great Mother Earth) Knowledge Centre. The two centres, located just steps apart, mark the beginning of a new chapter for the College of Agriculture and Bioresources and the co...
Nov 3, 2026
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Soil health
Solving tough soil problems with cover crops
Producers face many challenges during the growing season. Weed pressure, fertility, drought, and poor water infiltration can impact production. A series of workshops in Saskatchewan this week will provide practical advice on how cover crops and healthy soils can address some of today's toughest farming challenges. Cove...
Nov 2, 2026
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Livestock

tariffs impact farm equipment and parts
Ag Equipment dealers call for free and fair trade post U.S. midterm elections
One of the largest Canada-U.S. trade associations called on Ottawa to make trade with the United States a top priority in its renewed negotiations with Washington. Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) want tariff certainty, targeted relief for heavy equipment, and a return to the negotiating table. AED members sell,...
10h ago
Read More
Be What the World Needs
A new chapter for digital agriculture and Indigenous knowledge at USask
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) officially opened the Nutrien Digital Agriculture Centre and the kihci-okâwîmâw askiy (Great Mother Earth) Knowledge Centre. The two centres, located just steps apart, mark the beginning of a new chapter for the College of Agriculture and Bioresources and the co...
Nov 3, 2026
Read More
Soil health
Solving tough soil problems with cover crops
Producers face many challenges during the growing season. Weed pressure, fertility, drought, and poor water infiltration can impact production. A series of workshops in Saskatchewan this week will provide practical advice on how cover crops and healthy soils can address some of today's toughest farming challenges. Cove...
Nov 2, 2026
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Steffes Auctioneers hosts inperson sale
Live auction format returns to NE Saskatchewan
While most auction sales are conducted online, one company is reviving the in-person event. Steffes Group Auctioneers will hold its first live auction in Saskatchewan on Nov. 3 in Tisdale, Sask. The live sale will have farm machinery, campers, cars, trucks, ATVs, as well as lawn and garden equipment. Bruce Schapansky ...
Oct 30, 2026
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Rural issues discussed with elected officials
SARM brings Saskatchewan's priorities to Ottawa
Representatives from the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) travelled to Parliament Hill to speak with federal decision-makers on issues of concern for rural residents. Discussions centred around agriculture, public safety, trade and transportation infrastructure, rural development, and the technol...
Oct 29, 2026
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Agtech Commercialization Readiness program
New program to boost the commercialization of agtech in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is home to some of the world's most innovative agtech companies. The Agtech Commercialization Readiness (ACRE) program has been created by Innovation Saskatchewan as a vehicle to help Saskatchewan companies bring ideas to market faster. ACRE provides up to $30,000 in funding for on-farm pilot projects th...
Oct 29, 2026
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