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The number of cows in the provincial herd is not necessarily the best measure of a successful industry, yet that is the focus of public policy, says the Sask. Stock Growers Assoc.
News & Opinion
Importance placed on cow herd size questioned
Some in the cattle sector don’t think policy should focus on expanding herd; others say fewer cows limit check-off revenue
Manitoba farm group a finalist for national water award
The Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association has been noted for their collaboration on their Aquanty hydrological modelling project
The Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association’s Aquanty Project for local hydrological modelling has earned them one of three finalist spots for a national award from Water Canada.
Demand for organic goods outpacing Canadian farmers’ ability to produce
Organic farmers need more supports and investment to capitalize on opportunities industry says
Canada may be falling behind other countries on organic production as demand for goods increases but production stagnates.
Canadian farm liabilities outpaced equity growth in 2024
Farmers see declining ability to service debt for second consecutive year
Canadian farmers' total equity growth slowed for the first time in five years in 2024 as liabilities grew faster than assets, Statistics Canada reported. Farmland prices led to most of the growth, while declining farm income led to less ability to service debts.
‘Amber waves of grain’ recede in America’s heartland as wheat farmers struggle
Midwestern farmers abandoning wheat crops as profits recede, weather challenges
The Great Plains have long been celebrated for the “amber waves of grain” in the popular hymn “America the Beautiful.” The region’s states produce most of the U.S.-grown crop of hard red winter wheat, favored by bakers for bread. But with prices hovering around $5 (C$6.86) per bushel, U.S. wheat farmers have reached an inflection point, with many forced to either lose money, feed wheat to cattle or kill off the crop.
Saskatchewan crops in need of rain: report
Intense storms cause some damage
Isolated showers across Saskatchewan during the week ended June 16 brought welcome moisture, but "a good general rain is needed to help push crop development and ensure the crop doesn't begin to deteriorate in condition," said the latest provincial crop report released June 19.
What’s new and returning for Ag in Motion 2025
Preparations for Ag in Motion are underway with the western Canadian outdoor farm show now less than a month away; the show runs July 15-17, 2025.
Every year, Ag in Motion brings the latest in agriculture technology, innovation, farm equipment and industry insights to Western Canada. This year’s Ag in Motion show runs July 15-17, 2025 near Langham, Sask.
Indian rapeseed meal exports soar as China replaces Canadian canola supply
China placed Canadian canola oil, meal under a 100 per cent tariff in March
China is set to make record purchases of rapeseed meal from India following Beijing's move to impose a 100 per cent retaliatory tariff on Canadian canola imports, senior industry officials said.
USDA plans sterile fly facility in Texas to combat screwworm
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced plans on Wednesday to open a sterile fly dispersal facility in Hidalgo County, Texas, as part of the country's effort to fight the encroachment of New World screwworm.
Government funding boosts beef cattle genetics research at University of Saskatchewan
A University of Saskatchewan project seeking to unlock the genetic potential of Canadian beef cattle has received a funding boost from the federal and provincial governments.