Town approves UFA fuel cardlock station, construction expected in April
Construction on a new fuel cardlock station on the town’s southeast edge should start in April. That’s according to a development permit that councillors approved…
West-Central Saskatchewan farmers see strong yields despite early season dry spell
West-central Saskatchewan farmers experienced a good crop year after an unpromising start.
Groups ante up for new U of S ag buildings
Two agriculture organizations announced contributions to a University of Saskatchewan expansion project last June.
Polyculture farming: embracing diversity
Have you ever heard of polyculture farming? This innovative practice involves growing a variety of crops together in the same space, mimicking the natural diversity found in ecosystems.
Indoor agriculture getting a look
Researchers will explore the possibilities of turning existing buildings into “plant growth facilities” and try to determine ideal nitrogen rates for new oat varieties…
Impressive stand of canola in August
An impressive stand of canola surrounds three steel granaries in a field southeast of town in early August.
Deal promises smooth admission to Asian markets
Officials signed an agreement in Singapore to “fast-track opportunities for Canadian plant-based ingredient and food companies to bring their products…
City firm helping create better pulse-based burgers
Business leaders in Saskatoon, Calgary and England hope to develop a tastier, more nutritious plant-based patty.
Coalition expects improved wheats
Officials anticipate plant breeders will develop stronger wheat varieties, spurred by a contribution of almost $20 million.
Officials push pulses in Europe
Europeans could soon be eating more Canadian pulses, officials here believe. They’re working to expand pulse exports, especially lentils, to the European Union and United Kingdom…
Harvest continues in late September
A farmer combines grain south of Rosetown in late September when west-central Saskatchewan farmers had finished harvesting 65 per cent of their fields.
Could you find your happy place on a farm?
Agriculture desperately needs young talent. Do you feel called to work the land? Find out if your skills and interests are right for this vital profession.
U of S profs identify wild genes resisting disease
Researchers in Saskatoon looking for resistance to pathogens found “a unique pair of genes that work together to protect against disease.”
How can producers recycle their waste?
Producers face significant challenges in managing residual materials and waste. Fortunately, an increasing number of government and regional initiatives are making the task easier.
Spotlight on biodynamic agriculture
Biodynamic agriculture, an offshoot of organic farming, is gaining popularity among North American farmers who want to set themselves apart from industrial producers.
How does snow benefit agriculture?
Although frigid temperatures can severely damage certain crops like grapes and blueberries, snow provides several benefits and is often welcomed by agricultural producers.
Canola tariff upsets Sask
China’s imposition of a tariff on raw canola united Canadian politicians. Politicians and agricultural leaders from Saskatchewan met with Heath MacDonald…
Group wanted strychnine back
A Saskatchewan farm group called for the federal government to temporarily reverse a decision to ban using strychnine against gophers.
Australian ports re-open to our beef
Companies may now sell Canadian beef to Australian customers, over 20 years after the country closed its ports to the Canadian meat.
Area farm hosts barley reveal
People gathered at a farm south of town in July to see how Lawrence Farms grows barley.