Stock growers oppose expanded traceability rules at SSGA semi-annual meeting
Saskatchewan cattle producers are calling on federal regulators to halt proposed expansions to livestock traceability requirements, following debate and resolutions passed…
Sheep shearing day marks busy season at Circle R Ranch
Sheep shearing season is underway at Circle R Ranch, located between Beadle and Netherhill, as the Rast family prepares for the upcoming lambing season.
Farm group highlights advocacy work in latest Ag Matters update
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) says it is continuing to advocate on a number of key issues affecting farmers and ranchers across the province.
Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month connects thousands of Saskatchewan students with farming
Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan is marking the 15th annual Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month this March, connecting thousands of students with farmers…
Learning About Ag With Mady
Mady Adamson with Learning About Ag With Mady reads A Year on the Farm to play school children during a special presentation focused on agriculture and food production.
AgriStability to cover pasture feed costs starting in 2026
OTTAWA — Livestock producers who rely on rented pastureland will see expanded support under the AgriStability program beginning this year.
Crop Insurance program renewed for 2026 season
Producers across West Central Saskatchewan are being reminded to review their coverage as federal and provincial governments confirm continued funding for the 2026 Crop Insurance Program.
AAFC cuts - eating the goose that lays the golden eggs
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is raising serious concern over Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) decision to close seven research sites…
APAS welcomes significant easing tariffs in Canada-China trade agreement
REGINA - The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) applauds the newly announced trade agreement between Canada and China, as detailed by Prime Minister Mark Carney…
Minister wraps up outreach to Saskatchewan at Canadian Western Agribition
Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald met with producers, industry representatives and provincial officials during a visit to Saskatchewan last week as part of events…
JUST LOPING ALONG
A dozen or so antelope were hanging out in a semi-frozen field in the Leader area on Friday morning. Some appeared to be posing for the camera, while the others had no interest.
MacDonald wraps first China mission, seeks new trade opportunities
Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald has completed his first mission to China, meeting with government officials and industry leaders to promote Canadian farm and food products.
Farm groups urge federal government to create export sales reporting program
Saskatchewan farm groups are calling on the federal government to establish an export sales reporting program to give Canadian farmers timely access to sales and export data.
Pumpkin Growers group is helping their community grow
LEADER – The Pumpkin Growers’ 8th Annual Pumpkin Weigh-in took place on Saturday afternoon, October 18, in Leader.
Can You Beet That?
Local gardener Bill Pinchin brought in a sample of the gigantic beets he grew in his garden this year.
Farmers mostly done before snow squall
West-central farmers had 99 per cent of their fields combined before snow and rain arrived on Oct. 12.
CHICKPEAS BOOST RINK PROJECT!
Holman Farming Group completed harvesting the Town Crop Project’s chickpea field, which will be donated to support the Luseland Rink Improvement Project.
Harvesting the old-fashioned way!
It was all hands on deck for the Antique Threshing Club on Saturday, October 4th at the Kindersley museum when the public got to see how harvesting was done a century ago.
Kindersley and Eston students attend PWGP Harvest Day
KINDERSLEY – The Prairie West Growing Project (PWGP) held another successful Harvest Day for Grade 7 students from Elizabeth Middle School in Kindersley and Eston Composite School.
Fields nearly cleared as drought hits west-central Sask
Continuing hot, dry conditions allowed west-central Saskatchewan farmers “to make impressive harvest progress” during the week ending on Sept. 29.