Livestock

The latest Cattle Market Update from Canfax, for the week of November 10, suggests Saskatchewan cattle prices were mixed last week.

The federal tories are putting pressure on the Trudeau government to stop imposing its will on the senate. Bill C-234 is only one step from crossing the finish line, but managed to get tripped up during third and final reading last Thursday.

Agriculture in the Classroom Canada is using A-I technology to inspire and encourage youth to consider a career in the agriculture and agri-food industry. They launched a campaign called "I Am Ag" last week as part of Career Month in Canada.

The fix is in. That was a comment from Senator David Wells, following a raucous session in the senate on Thursday afternoon.

Ag in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C) has a new Executive Director.

Today, the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced forecasted payments under the suite of Business Risk Management Programs, administered by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC).

Bill C-234 is one step closer to becoming law. During a full senate session on Tuesday afternoon, efforts to tack on amendments to the bill failed by a margin of 42-28.

Plenty of support programs are available to grain and livestock producers, but it can hard to keep track of all of them.

Prices for feeder steers in Saskatchewan were mostly up, while prices for feeder heifers were mixed, according to the latest Cattle Market Update issued by Canfax for the week ending November 3.