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Better safe than sorry: why getting price protection is important, even as cattle prices are strong

Better safe than sorry: why getting price protection is important, even as cattle prices are strong

With strong cattle prices, the Livestock Price Insurance Program is offering the highest floor prices in the program’s history. Cow-calf producers can lock in a profitable floor price for the calves that will be hitting the ground this spring.
The more the merrier: Cattle Producers needed for Beef Cattle Research Council Survey

The more the merrier: Cattle Producers needed for Beef Cattle Research Council Survey

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has a survey out to ensure their research priorities and extension efforts are in the right place for cattle producers.
Sask Ag Today Roundtable Episode 28

Sask Ag Today Roundtable Episode 28

Government figures show agri-food exports to three markets increased in 2023

Government figures show agri-food exports to three markets increased in 2023

Saskatchewan agri-food exports to Indonesia, Morocco, and Algeria increased in 2023 over the previous year, according to the provincial government.
Cattle prices mixed last week: Cattle Market Update

Cattle prices mixed last week: Cattle Market Update

Prices for feeder steers in Saskatchewan were mostly up while feeder heifers were mixed, according to the Cattle Market Update for the week ending March 22.
Chickpea producers needed for a Pulse Canada survey

Chickpea producers needed for a Pulse Canada survey

Pulse Canada is making one more push for chickpea producers to participate in a survey. Director of Sustainability for Pulse Canada Denis Tremorin says at least 25 producers are needed and so far about half have filled it out.
Manitoba Issues March Flood Outlook

Manitoba Issues March Flood Outlook

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has released its March Flood Outlook Report , which indicates a low-to-moderate risk of significant spring flooding across Manitoba basins.
Grain Company Zeghers Canada lose licenses after failing to pay farmers

Grain Company Zeghers Canada lose licenses after failing to pay farmers

The Canadian Grain Commission has revoked the licenses of Zeghers Seed Inc, also known as Zeghers Canada. The company held a grain dealer license and a primary elevator license at Holland, Manitoba.
Farm groups pleased Interest-Free Amount through APP has increased to $250-thousand

Farm groups pleased Interest-Free Amount through APP has increased to $250-thousand

Farmers who have applied for a cash advance through the Advance Payments Program (APP) may be pleased with Monday's announcement from the federal government.
Major Canadian Railways See Slight Improvement in Service During Grain Week 33: Ag Transport Coalition

Major Canadian Railways See Slight Improvement in Service During Grain Week 33: Ag Transport Coalition

CN and CPKC Rail supplied a combined 70% of hopper cars ordered in grain week 33, a notable improvement from the 56% order fulfillment performance seen in week 32.