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Farm leader concerned about impact PSAC strike could have on grain movement

Farm leader concerned about impact PSAC strike could have on grain movement

The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association wants the federal government to find a resolution to the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) strike as quickly as possible.
New leadership for this year's Canadian Western Agribition

New leadership for this year's Canadian Western Agribition

The new leadership team for 2023 Canadian Western Agribition was selected at yesterday's annual meeting in Regina. Kim Hextall from Grenfell goes into her second term as president. She joined the board in 2014.
Federal Agriculture Minister heading to Japan to discuss Canada-Japan Trade Relationship

Federal Agriculture Minister heading to Japan to discuss Canada-Japan Trade Relationship

Federal Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau is heading to Japan to meet with her counterpart to promote Canada as a trade partner of choice and discuss the current Canada-Japan trade relationship.
Viterra's plan to upgrade its Moose Jaw grain terminal moving forward

Viterra's plan to upgrade its Moose Jaw grain terminal moving forward

Viterra is planning to make an $18-million upgrade to its Moose Jaw facility. Moose Jaw City Council approved Viterra's discretionary use application, according to minutes from the March 27th meeting.
Pilot partnership formed to support Saskatchewan agtech companies

Pilot partnership formed to support Saskatchewan agtech companies

The Saskatchewan Government announced a pilot partnership to further support agricultural technology development and economic growth in the province.
Ottawa and Saskatchewan make joint infrastructure investment to support 21 projects

Ottawa and Saskatchewan make joint infrastructure investment to support 21 projects

The Canadian and Saskatchewan governments announced a joint infrastructure investment of $42.1-million that will support 21 projects province-wide.
SaskPower is changing demand charge calculation for seasonal customers

SaskPower is changing demand charge calculation for seasonal customers

SaskPower is making billing easier for seasonal power users, such as ice rinks, campgrounds, ski hills, and some farms.
Incoming storm may pose challenges for calving this time of year

Incoming storm may pose challenges for calving this time of year

Old Man Winter isn’t quite done with Saskatchewan just yet. Earlier today, Environment Canada issued a special weather statement that has since been changed to a winter storm watch, covering the south and southeast portions of the province.
Rail Merger is Official

Rail Merger is Official

The merger of Canadian Pacific Railway with Kansas City Southern Railway is now official. The fusion, under the banner of Canadian Pacific Kansas City, marks the continent's first major railroad rail merger in more than two decades.
Colorado Passes Right to Repair Legislation

Colorado Passes Right to Repair Legislation

Colorado is the first US State to pass right-to-repair legislation for farmers. The Consumer Right to Repair Agriculture Equipment Act passed 46-14 in Colorado's Senate late Tuesday night.