Support for agricultural sector following the imposition of tariffs by China
OTTAWA - Our hard-working producers provide world-class food to Canadians and the world. Their products meet the highest standards…
Budget 2025 - Trade Uncertainty, Supports Saskatchewan Farmers
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) today recognized the provincial government's dedication to agriculture in the face of international trade uncertainties…
Above normal runoff expected for most of southern Saskatchewan
A normal to above normal runoff is forecast for most of central and southern Saskatchewan due to an above normal snowpack.
People keep farming because they love it
According to Statistics Canada, the average age of farmers in Saskatchewan is 55. The 2021 census revealed that more than 60 percent of operators in Saskatchewan are 55 years or older…
Producers bracing for the worst as uncertainty sets in
Canadian producers are heading into spring intensely worried about what the future may hold. The agricultural industry on both sides of the border is bracing for upheaval…
Proactive grain storage and handling measures are key to grain safety
It’s often said that the most effective way to stay safe around grain is to keep out of it. But what exactly does that mean?
Farming with my Grandparents
Every year in April before we start seeding, we clean our seed, service our air seeder, tractor, and sprayer. We also load water tanks onto the back of our tandem for hauling water to spray.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association celebrates annual Agricultural Safety Week
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place March 16-22 and this year farmers, farm families, farm workers, and farming communities are encouraged to prioritize #FarmSafetyEveryday.
The Barnders: Safety is a lifestyle
Enjoy The Barnders, cartoons for Ag Safety Week March 16 to 22, 2025.
Where’s the best beef dish in the country? You can help decide!
Canada Beef invites Canadians to celebrate local restaurants by nominating and voting for their favourite beef dishes in the Best Canadian Beef Dishes Contest.
Dianne Westerlund nominated for Women in Ag Award
Oyen resident Dianne Westerlund was nominated for AFSC’s (Agriculture Financial Services Corp) Women in Agriculture Award.
Toolkits help bridge mental health gap in ag emergency preparedness
Whether it’s disease, fire, or extreme weather, a sudden catastrophic event can have a devastating toll on farming operations.
Investment to support the health and safety of Canadian farmers
The Government of Canada is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of Canada’s agricultural community while supporting the long-term sustainability and success of the sector.
APAS SOUNDS ALARM: Saskatchewan farm families under threat as trade disputes intensify
Escalating trade disputes have prompted the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) to sound the alarm over the increasing pressures facing Saskatchewan’s farm families.
Saskatchewan Farm Groups Unite for Ag Summit
With the imposition of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, eight Saskatchewan farm groups are joining forces to host a Saskatchewan Ag Summit in Saskatoon on March 27, 2025.
Rural roads to have more than $34.4 Million of improvements
The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) has announced more than $34.4 million for 32 road, bridge and culvert projects…
Lilacs make a great shelterbelt
Farmers and property owners are always looking for a shelterbelt for privacy and protection. The Prairie Shelterbelt Program and Garden at USask both recommend…
March proclaimed as Agriculture Literacy Month in Saskatchewan
Agriculture Literacy Month has been proclaimed in Saskatchewan, providing an opportunity for students in schools around the province to connect with agriculture…
WSA RUNOFF REPORT: Conditions improve across the province
The Water Security Agency (WSA) released the preliminary spring runoff report for 2025 last week.
APAS: Temporary tariff reprieve does little to quell trade anxiety
Amidst heightened concern, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) acknowledges the United States' decision to postpone…