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Canada Grain Act Summit
Grain sector meets to discuss the Canada Grain Act
The federal government has yet to name the next chief commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC).The replacement will take over for Doug Chorney when he retires at the end of April. On Tuesday in Saskatoon, Sask. the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) and the Saskatchewan Wheat Developme...
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Do More Agriculture
Do More Ag fills board seats
Five individuals have been selected to serve on the board of directors for the Do More Agriculture Foundation (Do More Ag).Board chair Lauren Martin said the combined expertise of the new board members will drive the Foundation's strategic objectives forward and each new board member brings unique perspectives and inno...
Mar 26, 2024
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Grain Commission revokes licese
License of Manitoba grain buyer suspended
The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) Commission has revoked the licences of grain company from Manitoba.Zeghers Seed Inc. o/a Zeghers Canada held a grain dealer licence and a primary elevator licence located at Holland, Manitoba. Grain farmers in areas of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba may be owed money by this grai...
Mar 26, 2024
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Changes to the Advance Payments Program
Interest free portion of cash advance increases for 2024
It's great news for farmers as they prepare for the growing season.Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay announced yesterday the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program (APP), commonly known as the cash advance, has been set at $250,000 for the 2024 program year. The interest free lim...
Mar 26, 2024
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Swine welfare
Research underway to benefit sustainability of swine industry
The Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan is working to develop an on-farm tool for pork production companies to make business decisions to meet animal welfare and sustainability goals. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) in partnership with 14 indu...
Mar 25, 2024
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Alberta announces new agriculture-focused non-profit
LACOMBE, AB - The provincial government in Alberta is establishing a new non-profit focused on agriculture research and crop development.The Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC), based in Lacombe, is being relaunched as Western Crops Innovations (WCI), a non-profit with an interim board. Officials say the new structure...
Mar 25, 2024
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Ag Roundup
Agriculture Roundup for Monday March 25, 2024
Statistics Canada will be releasing its January figures for gross domestic product later this week. The agency's preliminary estimate points to an increase of 0.4 per cent for the first month of 2024. This follows essentially no change in the month of December. The Canadian economy grew at an annualized rate of one per...
Mar 25, 2024
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opened in 1973
Western Crop Innovations launches April 1 in Lacombe
The Government of Alberta announced this week that it is relaunching the Field Crop Development Centre in Lacombe as Western Crops Innovations (WCI).Launched in 1973, the FCDC has, in recent years, been managed by Olds College.WCI will be a non-profit corporation with an interim board, and serve as a global leader, the...
Mar 23, 2024
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Global demand for Canola oil and meal
Listen: Canola meal is facing a challenge to maintain its share of the US livestock feed market
While efforts will continue to promote canola oil in the human diet, the biggest potential for market expansion is with biofuels.Cargill's Canola Merchandising Manager Jeff Pleskach said an increase in canola crushing means there is additional canola meal available for feed.--alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.comOn X: @far...
Mar 22, 2024
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Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists
Outstanding Saskatchewan agrologists recognized
The accomplishments of some of Saskatchewan's best and brightest agrologists were recognized yesterday. Five individuals and one organization were selected by the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists (SIA) based on their contributions in agriculture, bioresources, and environmental sectors within Saskatchewan. The Rec...
Mar 22, 2024
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Agriculture Roundup
Agriculture Roundup for Friday March 22, 2024
The Alberta Government is establishing a new organization focused on agriculture research and crop development.The Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) has been relaunched as Western Crops Innovations (WCI), a non-profit corporation with an interim board. Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson said the new st...
Mar 22, 2024
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4-H Canada Science Fair
4-H Canada Youth to appear at Canada-Wide Science Fair
Two finalists from 4-H have earned their way to the prestigious 2024 Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF).Following a virtual round in January, the second round of the 4-H Canada Science Fair was hosted by Olds College of Agriculture and Technology in Olds, Alta. from Feb. 28 to March 3. Eight participants presented their p...
Mar 22, 2024
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2024 Saskatchewan Budget Reaction
Farm groups respond to Saskatchewan government spending in agriculture
Agriculture groups were pleased with the contents of the Saskatchewan budget although most of the announcements were made in advance of the documents released yesterday.Agriculture spending will reach $570.6 million for 2024-2025, an increase of $22.4 million, or 4.1 per cent, from last year.The Saskatchewan Cattlemen'...
Mar 21, 2024
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2024 Saskatchewan Budget
Saskatchewan government to increase agriculture spending
Agriculture funding in Saskatchewan will reach $570.6 million for 2024 - 2025.In the provincial budget released Wednesday afternoon, it was announced the agriculture portfolio will increase by $22.4 million, or 4.1 per cent, from last year.The largest portion of the agriculture budget includes $431.7 million, an increa...
Mar 20, 2024
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Agriculture Roundup
Agriculture Roundup for Wednesday, March 20, 2024
BASF Digital Farming and Richardson International will be working together on an advanced agronomic platform.Through the agreement, xarvio FIELD MANAGER will be added to Richardson's agronomic advisory and digital agriculture services. Richardson will extend the use of this technology to Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta...
Mar 20, 2024
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Phosphorus research
Listen: Phosphorus trials at Bourgault Research Farm
Phosphorus plays a critical role in seed germination, plant growth, and ultimately crop yield. But it can also cause damage to young seedlings if applied at too high a rate.The Bourgault Industries Research Farm at St. Brieux, Sask. has been studying phosphorus rates. Alice McFarlane with Ag Access spoke with Bourgault...
Mar 19, 2024
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Agriculture Roundup
Agriculture Roundup for Monday, March 18, 2024
Farm and Food Care Saskatchewan has created a way for the public to support its efforts.In December, the organization partnered with the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation to enable donations to support work to build public trust in farming and food. Contributions can now be made through the donation portal on far...
Mar 18, 2024
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water storage
Programs available for B.C. farmers to prepare for droughts
The B.C. government is bolstering supports to help farmers manage, collect and store water for crops and livestock.The province has invested $80 million into the Agricultural Water Infrastructure Program that farmers can access to improve irrigation, and build infrastructure to improve water availability and storage.Al...
Mar 18, 2024
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Spring Seeding
Meadow Lake gardeners get tips for new seeding season
Gardeners in the Meadow Lake area are starting to roll up their sleeves, getting ready for a new gardening season.The Willow Creek Community Garden group recently held its Seedy Sunday event in Meadow Lake, which included informative talks, an opportunity to purchase and swap seeds, and a chance to learn more about gar...
Mar 17, 2024
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Irrigation Project gets Green light
Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation project goes ahead with the feds
A substantial irrigation project in Saskatchewan will be moving forward without the financial support of Ottawa.Premier Scott Moe used the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities convention in Regina, Sask. as the venue to announce the province is starting the first 90,000 acres of the Lake Diefenbaker Irrigat...
Mar 16, 2024
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Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program
Mentoring the next generation of agriculture leaders
Young people have a chance to shape the future of the agriculture sector, and Saskatchewan's farmers and ranchers have a wealth of knowledge and experience they're eager to share.The Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program, delivered by Canadian Western Agribition (CWA), connects them to encourage and support the agric...
Mar 15, 2024
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Research into better vaccines for swine
New discovery may lead to vaccine for swine disease
Researchers have uncovered information on a swine disease that causes significant economic losses for farmers.The disease is the porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV), a pathogen that causes severe disease in pigs.The discovery by researchers at the University of Manitoba and the Leiden University...
Mar 15, 2024
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Manitoba crops
Data highlights the significant contributions of five crops to the Manitoba economy
A new study is emphasizing the importance of Manitoba agriculture.Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA) contracted information services company GlobalData to examine and assess the impact of Manitoba-grown wheat, barley, grain corn, sunflower and flax on the province's economy. Durum was not included.GlobalData found that the t...
Mar 15, 2024
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Seeding intention for 2024
More pulses and less canola to be planted in 2024
Canadian farmers will be planting more pulse crops, oats, and durum according to Statistics Canada's acreage estimates published on Monday.CanolaOne of the more interesting numbers comes from producers planting intentions for canola this year. Canola acreage is projected to drop by nearly five per cent in Saskatchewan ...
Mar 13, 2024
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Rotary Club of Lethbridge East celebrates 2024 agricultural scholarship winners
LETHBRIDGE, AB - On the eve of International Women's Day, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge East celebrated three young women as recipients of the 2024 Agricultural Scholarships.The program celebrated its sixth anniversary with a gala dinner and reception on Thursday, March 7, 2024. For the second year in a row, the recipi...
Mar 13, 2024
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Funding for Saskatchewan Irrigation Districts
Saskatchewan irrigation districts receive money for improvements
Irrigation allows more diverse crops to be grown, increases the number of livestock that can be supported and stabilizes crop production with a consistent source of moisture. The Saskatchewan Government is providing roughly $19 million to six irrigation districts for improvements to pumps, pipes, canals and water manag...
Mar 13, 2024
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Saskatchewan farmers look back on not-so-snowy winter
After an anything-but-normal winter, Saskatchewan farmers are beginning to look at what comes next.The latest runoff report from the Water Security Agency says some parts of the province are expected to experience runoff that's below or well-below normal this spring.Areas of the province that may be a little luckier ar...
Mar 13, 2024
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'Old MacDonald went broke': Technology helps grain farmers confront weather woes
British Columbia grain farmer Malcolm Odermatt says all he can do is pray for rain this spring after repeated droughts sabotaged his harvest last year.Odermatt, who is also the president of the BC Grain Growers Association, has been working with his father since 2012 to farm about 2,000 acres of land in the Peace regio...
Mar 13, 2024
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