The Western Producer editorial of Jan. 15 advocating the infusion of foreign and pension fund investment in Saskatchewan’s irrigation infrastructure requires some re-thinking. Undoubtedly, Saskatchewan’s potential for expanded irrigation is an opportunity that must be pursued. That logic is self-evident. How it can be achieved is the issue. First, let’s set aside any involvement by […] Read more
Stories by Dan Patterson
Gov’t must address land investment deals
The aggressive attempts of investment concerns to acquire large tracts of Saskatchewan farmland should be among the issues addressed in the fall sitting of the Saskatchewan legislature. Progressive Conservative leader Rick Swenson has been bringing this matter forward, but the two parties in control of the legislature seem oblivious to the threat this represents to […] Read more
