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Sask. Ag Ministry Needs More Crop Reporters

Sask. Ag Ministry Needs More Crop Reporters

Nov 27, 2023 | 5:02pm
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture is looking for additional crop reporters for the next growing season. Crops Extension Specialist MacKenzie Hladun says being a crop reporter doesn’t take much time out of the week – between five to ten minutes. Once a person signs up, the Ag Ministry will send a package containing a rain gauge, a […]
Forum being organized to discuss the future of agriculture

Forum being organized to discuss the future of agriculture

Nov 27, 2023 | 4:06pm
Nearly 10,000 randomly selected farms and ranches across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba will have received an invitation to participate in a Citizens Assembly on Agriculture. From those who apply, 36 lottery-selected producers will gather to work on climate and sustainability solutions for agriculture. Producers can register for the process even if they didn’t receive an […]
Sask. government forecasting $251 million deficit due to potash prices and drought

Sask. government forecasting $251 million deficit due to potash prices and drought

Nov 27, 2023 | 12:54pm
Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer presented the 2023-24 Mid-Year Report, revealing that global market conditions, severe drought and potash market dynamics are key factors contributing to a forecasted deficit at mid-year. The Mid-Year Report outlined a deficit of $250.5 million, down $1.3 billion from the budget and $736.1 million from the first quarter. […]
First ever Miss Rodeo crowned at Canadian Western Agribition

First ever Miss Rodeo crowned at Canadian Western Agribition

Nov 24, 2023 | 9:52pm
In the 52-year history of Canadian Western Agribition there was never a Miss Rodeo for the event, until this year. It came down to three women – Ari Dyck of White City, Zoe Gerein of Regina, and Tristen Newcombe of Norquay. After two days of testing their horse riding skills, knowledge of agriculture, rodeo and Agribition, and […]
Closing Grain Prices Friday, November 24

Closing Grain Prices Friday, November 24

Nov 24, 2023 | 1:14pm
Durum                           470.05 Feed barley                   262.58 Canola                           647.12 Chickpeas                     1168.44 Flax                                621.04 Lentils                            797.50 Oats                               296.32 Yellow Peas                  376.19 Feed Wheat                   235.46 1 Red Spring Wheat     317.61
Opening Grain Prices Friday, November 24

Opening Grain Prices Friday, November 24

Nov 24, 2023 | 10:11am
Durum                           470.05 Feed barley                   262.58 Canola                           652.32 Chickpeas                     1168.44 Flax                                621.04 Lentils                            797.50 Oats                               296.32 Yellow Peas                  376.19 Feed Wheat                   235.46 1 Red Spring Wheat     322.99
Closing Grain Prices Thursday, November 23

Closing Grain Prices Thursday, November 23

Nov 23, 2023 | 1:49pm
Durum                           473.72  Feed barley                   262.58 Canola                           647.42 Chickpeas                     1168.44 Flax                                621.04 Lentils                            797.50 Oats                               296.32 Yellow Peas                  376.19 Feed Wheat                   235.46 1 Red Spring Wheat     327.38
Opening Grain Prices Thursday, November 23

Opening Grain Prices Thursday, November 23

Nov 23, 2023 | 9:46am
Durum                           457.58 Feed barley                   262.58 Canola                           653.32 Chickpeas                     1168.44 Flax                                621.04 Lentils                            797.50 Oats                               296.32 Yellow Peas                  376.19 Feed Wheat                   235.46 1 Red Spring Wheat     327.45
More shows, sales, and entertainment as Agribition continues

More shows, sales, and entertainment as Agribition continues

Nov 23, 2023 | 8:23am
Its been a busy week so far at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina. The massive Agribition opened on Monday in the REAL District, and there is still several days of shows, sales and entertainment to come. Someone will be going home very happy tonight, as the winner will be announced for a trip to see […]
Closing Grain Prices Wednesday, November 22

Closing Grain Prices Wednesday, November 22

Nov 22, 2023 | 1:19pm
Durum                           473.72 Feed barley                   262.58 Canola                           660.42 Chickpeas                     1168.44 Flax                                621.04 Lentils                            797.50 Oats                               296.32 Yellow Peas                  376.19 Feed Wheat                   235.46 1 Red Spring Wheat     328.32