An early adopter of using solar power to operate irrigation equipment says after several years, he’s convinced the system is a win for farmers.
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Soil health survey to canvass farmers on real-world practices
The Soil Health Network says their new survey is meant to keep farmers in the driver’s seat when it comes to adopting on-farm practices
The Soil Health Network says their new survey is meant to keep farmers in the driver’s seat when it comes to adopting on-farm practices.
Saskatchewan’s Farm Land Security Board changes procedures
Board acts on provincial auditor’s recommendations to tighten up its procedures to ensure compliance with foreign ownership laws
Saskatchewan’s Farm Land Security Board has changed some of its processes after a report from the provincial auditor last year raised concerns about foreign ownership.
Prevent farm fires this spring
Keep it clean around buildings, have a fire plan, watch your burn barrel and other farm fire prevention tips
Don’t get burned this spring: Keep it clean around buildings, have a fire plan, watch your burn barrel and other farm fire prevention tips.
Canola sector awaits Chinese anti-dumping investigation
The threat of tariffs on canola seed called a legitimate risk factor for 2025-26 that has the potential to drastically alter exports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting robust Canadian canola exports in 2025-26 despite the potential loss of its top market.
New agriculture minister hopes to engage farmers
Heath MacDonald says interprovincial trade and Pest Management Regulatory Agency reform are among his priorities
New federal agriculture minister Heath MacDonald hopes to engage farmers across Canada on the issues that matter most.
Anthrax found in Saskatchewan cattle
Lab results have confirmed that cattle in northwestern Saskatchewan died of anthrax.
Lab results have confirmed that cattle in northwestern Saskatchewan died of anthrax.
Lower wheat price reduces flour bill
The price of non-durum milling wheat in Saskatchewan was 22 per cent lower in 2024 than it was the previous year
Flour prices fell in 2024, according to a new report from Statistics Canada.
Alta. municipality grapples with grazing rates
The Municipal District of Taber’s land lease policy discussion attracts widespread interest from across the province
Alberta municipal leaders are eyeing the Municipal District of Taber as it grapples with striking the right balance between stewardship and the responsibility of raising an appropriate amount of revenue for its agricultural lands on behalf of ratepayers.
Industry welcomes Heath MacDonald as new agriculture minister
Agriculture groups across Canada are congratulating Heath MacDonald on his new role as federal agriculture minister.
