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Three more cases of Bovine TB found in Saskatchewan herd

Three more cases of Bovine TB found in Saskatchewan herd

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) says three more cases of Bovine Tuberculosis have been confirmed in animals from the same Saskatchewan herd as the first case that was detected on November 29th.
Coordinator of LPI Program Jodie Griffin shares the latest program details with Kevin Hursh

Coordinator of LPI Program Jodie Griffin shares the latest program details with Kevin Hursh

The Livestock Price Insurance Program is currently offering Saskatchewan cow-calf producers the highest coverage that’s ever been available. The program provides a floor for fall calf prices.
SARM again calling for reinstatement of strychnine to deal with Richardson ground squirrels

SARM again calling for reinstatement of strychnine to deal with Richardson ground squirrels

The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) wants strychnine to be re-instated so farmers can use it to deal with the rising population of Richardson ground squirrels (RGS).
Drive Away Hunger initiative contributed over 500 million meals in 2024

Drive Away Hunger initiative contributed over 500 million meals in 2024

Partners of Drive Away Hunger contributed 514 million meals in 2024, announced Farm Credit Canada (FCC). Drive Away Hunger is an agriculture and food industry initiative aimed at fighting food insecurity in Canada .
Cattle futures, market demand supporting feeder cattle prices

Cattle futures, market demand supporting feeder cattle prices

Cattle futures are supporting Saskatchewan feeder steer and feeder heifer prices, according to Emily Schmidt, Livestock Intern at the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture.
FBC offering a focus on the future ahead of tax season

FBC offering a focus on the future ahead of tax season

Tax season for farms vary, depending on when the operation was incorporated. Some farms have their year-end in November and others in January for example. There are several firms that offer tax services for producers, including FBC.
Nearly $12 million in funding will support development of new wheat varieties

Nearly $12 million in funding will support development of new wheat varieties

The University of Saskatchewan's Crop Development Centre will continue its wheat breeding programs for the next few years. The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) committed $11.
AMC's Launch your Career in Ag Mobile Skills Lab making a stop at Canada's Farm Show

AMC's Launch your Career in Ag Mobile Skills Lab making a stop at Canada's Farm Show

The Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada is bringing its Launch you Career in Ag Mobile Skills Lab to Canada's Farm Show.
Grain Delivery Struggles for Canada's Two Major Railways in Week 28: Ag Transport Coalition

Grain Delivery Struggles for Canada's Two Major Railways in Week 28: Ag Transport Coalition

CN and CPKC Rail supplied a combined 45% of hopper cars ordered in grain week 28, a very modest improvement from the 44% order fulfillment performance seen in week 27. That's according to the Ag Transport Coalition.
SARM wants cost-shared grant program with province to clean up abandoned or derelict buildings and yard sites

SARM wants cost-shared grant program with province to clean up abandoned or derelict buildings and yard sites

The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is calling for the provincial government to provide R.M.s funding to clean up abandoned or derelict buildings and yard sites.