Alberta RCMP are once again warning rural and farming communities to be aware of fraud that affects consumers looking to purchase hay. Due to extreme drought conditions this past summer, there is now a high demand for hay which is being sold at increased costs. This may cause farmers and agricultural workers to make purchases… Continue reading Hay Scams Continue
Category: Agriculture
Saskatchewan RCMP Remind You to Protect Your Valuable Farm Equipment This Fall
This summer, Saskatchewan RCMP received reports of thefts of agriculture-related items in rural Saskatchewan costing farmers thousands of dollars. The necessary storing of farm equipment in the fall can also create opportunities for thefts. As another harvest season is coming to an end, here are a few precautions you can take to prevent the theft… Continue reading Saskatchewan RCMP Remind You to Protect Your Valuable Farm Equipment This Fall
The Final Crop Report for the 2021 Growing Season
For the Period September 28th to October 4th, 2021 Harvest is practically complete in the province, with nearly all regions having 99 per cent of the crop in the bin. The five-year (2016-2020) average for harvest progress for this time of year is 79 per cent. Producers continue to do post-harvest work in the fields… Continue reading The Final Crop Report for the 2021 Growing Season
Fall Soil Testing in Dry Conditions
By Kim Stonehouse, MSc, PAg, Crops Extension Specialist, Tisdale With crops almost all in the bin, there are some things to consider right away. Fall soil testing, for example, is always a good practice to make the most efficient use of the fertility dollar. This year’s unusually dry conditions make soil testing even more important.… Continue reading Fall Soil Testing in Dry Conditions
October is Agriculture Month in Saskatchewan!
During Agriculture Month, we recognize the contributions of the agriculture industry in our province. It is also an opportunity to increase consumer understanding of and trust in modern food production. Everyone is encouraged to celebrate their connection to food and food production through the theme, “#CelebrateAg.” “The driving force of the Saskatchewan agriculture industry is… Continue reading October is Agriculture Month in Saskatchewan!
Feed Sampling and Ration Balancing for Winter
By Alicia Sopatyk, PAg, Livestock and Feed Extension Specialist, Tisdale Winter feed is the most talked about variable in the cost of production for livestock. A balanced ration can help minimize overall feed costs and it all starts with feed testing. Here are a few reminders to set your operation up for success this fall.… Continue reading Feed Sampling and Ration Balancing for Winter
Provincial Crop Report For September 28th To October 4th, 2021
Harvest is practically complete in the province, with nearly all regions having 99 per cent of the crop in the bin. The five-year (2016-2020) average for harvest progress for this time of year is 79 per cent. Producers continue to do post-harvest work in the fields such as harrowing, weed control and preparing to or… Continue reading Provincial Crop Report For September 28th To October 4th, 2021
Tick Season is Still Not Over
The Ministry of Health reminds Saskatchewan residents to remain vigilant for ticks on themselves and pets. While blacklegged ticks are rare in Saskatchewan, they remain active throughout fall, particularly in tall grass, brush or wooded areas. In this province, any ticks found in the fall are likely to be blacklegged ticks, which can cause Lyme… Continue reading Tick Season is Still Not Over
Saskatchewan Government Announces $3.2 Million in Funding to the Global Institute for Food Security
Innovation Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Agriculture have announced a combined multi-year funding of $3.2 million to the Global Institute for Food Security’s (GIFS) new engineering biology centre at the University of Saskatchewan. This new centre will help attract investments and companies to the province’s agriculture and food sectors, reducing capital needed to set up… Continue reading Saskatchewan Government Announces $3.2 Million in Funding to the Global Institute for Food Security
Crop Report for the Period of September 21 to 27, 2021
Little to no precipitation was received this past week allowing producers another week of good conditions to help wrap up the 2021 harvest. Producers in the southern regions are mostly finished their harvest and have shifted their focus to other fall field work. There are challenges with harvesting crops like canola and flax due to… Continue reading Crop Report for the Period of September 21 to 27, 2021