Two Sask. livestock auctions closed in August as facilities struggle to bring in cattle from a smaller herd
REGINA — Two Saskatchewan livestock auctions have closed this summer, and more could follow as a result of the declining cow herd. The Livestock Marketers Association of Canada (LMAC) said the major decrease in cow numbers, exacerbated by drought, has changed market conditions considerably. Fewer cattle to sell at live auction plus a lack of […] Read moreNews
Organic fertilizer made from calamari? I squid you not
Glacier FarmMedia — Squid Juice repurposes by-product waste from calamari processing and converts it into liquid organic fertilizer. “People don’t realize that with calamari consumption, over 52 per cent of the squid is regarded as waste,” explained Sammy Prantera, Seaborn Organic’s Squid Juice sales director. “They were originally throwing half the squid back into the […] Read more
Agronomists give predictions at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Glacier FarmMedia — Experts and agronomists offered reflections on the 2024 growing season and predictions for 2025 at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Tuesday. Independent agronomist Aaron Breimer spoke to the curveballs and unpredictability of the past year and offered predictions and suggestions for farmers in the coming seasons. He was a guest speaker at the […] Read more
Rotational grazing tips from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Glacier FarmMedia — There’s been lots of grass in pastures across Ontario this summer, which has made for easier work for farmers managing their feed inventory. However what does that mean for rotational grazers, when the grass is growing well? Related stories: The Latest News and Stories from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show James Clark, territory […] Read more
Brazilian farmers face hotter, drier future
SASKATOON — Climate change could decimate crop production in one of the world’s agricultural powerhouses, according to a weather and climate expert. Kyle Tapley, meteorologist and senior sales manager with Maxar Intelligence, recently put together a case study for how climate change could affect production in Mato Grosso, the top soybean and corn producing state […] Read more
‘It feels like a different game’
SASKATOON — Mike Jubinville spent a portion of his weekend poring over his canola supply and demand balance sheet. “To be honest with you, I was starting to feel pretty optimistic about canola,” he said. Related stories: The numbers indicated there would be extended periods of 2024-25 where the market would need to ration supplies, […] Read more
Network aims to share drainage research and innovation
REGINA — A variety of agricultural stakeholders have formed a new provincial drainage research and extension network. The Saskatchewan Farm Stewardship Association, which promotes drainage, announced the network Sept. 10, describing it as a private sector leadership initiative and a collaboration of industry leaders and strategic advisers. The Saskatchewan Drainage Extension Network will be known […] Read more
Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show kicks off 2024 event
Glacier FarmMedia — The 2024 edition of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show (COFS) kicked off near Woodstock this morning, with a celebration of agriculture. Rob O’Connor, COFS show director, said the show’s dynamic nature is on display this year. Related stories: The Latest News and Stories from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show “There’s nothing ‘always the same’ […] Read more
Biologicals business receives funding boost
WINNIPEG — A Vancouver company with ambitions of making biologicals “the future” of crop protection and pest solutions has secured investment from a major player in Canada’s agricultural industry. On Tuesday morning, Catalera BioSolutions announced the initial close of its Series A funding round. S2G Ventures, a venture capital firm in Chicago, is leading the […] Read more
Chinese tariffs not expected to stop canola flow
Anti-dumping investigation announcement has an immediate affect on prices, but market access not seen as major worry
China’s shot across Canada’s bows is splashing alarmingly close to U.S. farmers. “We’re in the same boat,” said Barry Coleman, executive director of the Northern Canola Growers Association. “It’s not a situation where the Canadian grower is getting less than the U.S. grower. They’re both affected the same.” Canadian canola futures on the ICE exchange […] Read more
