When harvest time was threshing time!
Pictured are George Mills and his threshing crew in 1915. George also opened a livery barn in Kindersley, where he had many fine horses.
Doug watched farming change over the years
KINDERSLEY - As the combines head out into the field, Doug Francis recalled the years he spent on the family farm located south of Kindersley.
Weekly Crop Report: Only 10% of crops harvested in west central area
Dry conditions in most of the province last week allowed producers to make significant progress in the field. Currently, 23 per cent of crops have been harvested…
APAS: Saskatchewan’s Pulse Farmers Overlooked
REGINA - The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) welcomes the federal government’s measures to start addressing trade disruptions…
STEP takes action to support Saskatchewan's canola export sector
The Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP) is joining the effort to ensure market access into China for Canadian canola products in light of the latest round of Chinese tariffs.
WEEKLY CROP REPORT: Harvest progress behind the 10-year average
It was a hot week in Saskatchewan with heavy thunderstorms bringing strong winds and large hail to some regions. Harvest is in full swing in certain areas…
Saskatchewan ranchers compete for National Sustainability Award
On the rolling prairie of southern Saskatchewan, some of the rarest plants and animals in Canada quietly thrive, thanks to cattle. Native grasslands, home to more than 60 species at risk…
Crop Report for week ending August 11
Widespread rainfall in the province last week had varying impacts on crops. The rain was timely for later seeded crops as they continue to fill, but some producers are concerned…
Provincial crop report for the end of June
Growing conditions in Saskatchewan were variable this past week. Thunderstorms swept across parts of the province, bringing moisture to crops along with some hail.
Weekly Crop Report: Seeding Complete
With seeding complete in the province, producers are busy with in-field spraying and other activities such as hauling grain.
Weekly Provincial Crop Report: May 27 to June 2
Over the past week, seeding advanced considerably across the province and is now approaching the finish line. Seeding is 97 per cent complete, up from 88 per cent last week.
How to use foliar sprays effectively against flea beetles
The best defence against flea beetles in canola is a fast-growing, uniformly emerging crop with five to eight plants per square foot that quickly reaches the four-leaf stage.
A shriek in the cemetery: Loggerhead Shrikes, our macabre songbird
Spring has sprung! With the return of the warmer weather our favourite birds have also arrived; ready to start their breeding season on the prairies.
Seeding operations in the early years
Enjoy a few photos of early seeding operations in Saskatchewan.
Growing a Big Pumpkin: Good Genetics + Good Environment
Howard Dill is perhaps the most famous large pumpkin grower of the last century. Mr. Dill is known for winning four straight world titles for growing the largest pumpkin.
CROP REPORT: Approximately 81 per cent of crops now seeded in west central region
Seeding in Saskatchewan is nearly three-quarters complete with 72 per cent of crops now planted, which is an increase of 23 per cent from last week.
APAS: Shrinking Share for Farmers, High Food Prices for Consumers
REGINA, SK – As food prices remain high, the share of the food dollar reaching Saskatchewan farmers continues to decline.
SEEDING SEASON!
It’s May and farmers are back in their fields planting the crop for the 2025 agricultural season.
New SUMA Invest Program aims to put more money back into Saskatchewan Municipalities
The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) and the Saskatchewan Community Foundation are proud to announce a new partnership and the launch of the SUMAInvest program.
APAS looks forward to advancing agriculture for Canada’s growth
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) extends its congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and his team, on forming the next federal government.