Bill Prybylski said all agricultural groups are working toward similar goals, and there can be more opportunities to work together. | Screencap via apas.ca

Farm group told it needs to expand its membership

Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan members worry about organization’s future due to static resources


REGINA — The new president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan is promising more collaboration with other organizations to get things done for farmers. Bill Prybylski said all agricultural groups are working toward similar goals, and there can be more opportunities to work together. However, some delegates at the recent annual meeting say the […] Read more

Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck speaks at an event outside the Legislative Building in Regina last week. |  Karen Briere photo

Leader hopes rural voters will see NDP option

The first woman elected to lead the Saskatchewan NDP says it’s time for a change when voters go to the polls Oct. 28

REGINA — Saskatchewan election campaigns are largely fought in the cities these days. It’s been years since party leaders took buses around the province, hitting every nook and cranny in their bids for votes. Today, they’re more likely to be found travelling Highway 11 between Regina and Saskatoon with a few side trips to smaller […] Read more

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan says a drought preparedness committee would make sure the necessary tools and programs were in place before a drought arrived so farmers and the agriculture industry could respond more effectively.  |  File photo

Sask. farm group asks for drought committee

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan says the province needs to do more to prepare for drought

WINNIPEG — Saskatchewan needs to prepare for drought. Not just in 2024 but for future droughts as well, says the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan. That’s why APAS is asking for a Provincial Drought Preparedness Committee, which will help farmers and the province respond more effectively to dry and difficult conditions. “The whole idea is […] Read more


“I’m looking forward to a new board because a new board brings new perspective and ideas,” recently re-elected APAS president Ian Boxall said. | Screencap via Facebook/APASask

APAS takes stock of ’23; looks ahead

REGINA — Tisdale farmer Ian Boxall was re-elected president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan at the organization’s annual meeting earlier this month. Vice-president Bill Prybylski of Willowbrook and Bev Pirio of Radville were also re-elected. Two board members, Donovan Block in District 5 and Wanda Reid in District 1, stepped down. Christopher Procyk […] Read more