Agriculture

Field of Dreams helps farmers boost production and improve bottom line

August 27, 2019

The 21st annual Field of Dreams open day was held by Prairie Soil Services on July 25, along with partners Lindgren Farms, Bayer Crop Science, ATP Nutrition and Pattison ...

Shortage of Canadians working in agriculture to double by 2025

February 3, 2017

Farming continues to be a crucial part of Saskatchewan living, but the number of people who can assist in that part of life are drastically decreasing....

PotashCorp and Saskatchewan residents raise over $2 million for food banks

February 3, 2017

Saskatchewan residents generously gave over the winter season to support food banks across the province thanks to a fundraiser organized by PotashCorp....

Royal Canadian Mint celebrates Canada’s 150th birthday with new collector coins

February 3, 2017

Both new coin collectors and experts will be excited by new keepsakes for Canada’s anniversary. The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to join Canadians...

Ministry of Agriculture sets new regulations for livestock premises identification

February 3, 2017

Saskatchewan producers will now be required to take part in a program to prevent the spread of animal diseases. The Government of Saskatchewan ...

How to choose the right mineral for summer pasture and tips for encouraging intake

May 19, 2016

By Naomi Paley Regional Livestock Specialist, Yorkton Ministry of Agriculture For many cow-calf producers, free-choice feeding of vitamins and minerals is the only way ...

What do I do now?

May 19, 2016

By Kaare Askildt Formerly known as The Farmer in Training Have you ever been in that position? Where you’re in a pinch and wonder how you’re going to get out of it, or ...

Mousse melon new to area

May 19, 2016

A tiny melon from south of the border has been creating a buzz in the greenhouses and farmers’ markets in the area. The mousse melon and its unique flavour, with hints of ...

Fall soil testing

October 8, 2015

By Lyndon Hicks Regional Crops Specialist Yorkton Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Fall is an excellent time for soil testing. It gives the producer more time to ...

Agriculture Month celebrates Saskatchewan’s stewards in sustainability

October 8, 2015

Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart has proclaimed October as Agriculture Month. This year’s theme, “Stewards in Sustainability,” celebrates the dedication of farmers, ...

Do you know your risk tolerance?

October 1, 2015

By Brenda Stefanson Regional farm Business management specialist, Watrous office Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Daily, farmers are faced with making many ...

Fall is a good time to address soil salinity management

September 24, 2015

By Lorne Klein Regional forage specialist, Weyburn office Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture In some areas of the province there has been a noticeable increase in ...

See More Opinion

Canadians stay cautious about easing COVID-19 restrictions: poll

May 18, 2020

No elected official has dared to point to the calendar to establish a date for the full return of...

COVID-19-wary Canadians burst the ‘family bubbles’ proposal

May 11, 2020

Many Canadians are having trouble picturing just what daily life will look like when the COVID-19...

See More National Entertainment

Kirk 2.0: Capt. Pike of new ‘Star Trek’ a welcome new icon

May 24, 2020

CBC's Enright to leave 'The Sunday Edition' for new one-hour radio program

May 24, 2020

Country star Paul Brandt fighting human trafficking

May 24, 2020

Omar describes life as a fearless fighter in new memoir

May 23, 2020

See More Opinion

Canadians stay cautious about easing COVID-19 restrictions: poll

May 18, 2020

No elected official has dared to point to the calendar to establish a date for the full return of normal activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week, we learned that...