Source: Adina Bresge The Associated Press, globalnews.ca, July 01, 2020 By the turn of the 20th century, unregulated hunting drove Canada geese to the brink of extinction from these native habitats. They came, they honked, they conquered. Flying in their signature V-formation, Canada geese are often hailed as a symbol of the Canadian wilderness, marking… Continue reading How the Canadian Goose Bounced Back From the End of Extinction
Category: Agriculture
Crops in Argentina and Brazil Threatened by Locust Swarm
Source: bbc.ca, June 30, 2020 Insects have caused damage to crops of corn, sugar cane, wheat and oats. Brazil and Argentina are monitoring the movements of a large swarm of locusts, which has been eating its way through crops in the region. The insects, which can cover a distance of 150km (93 miles) in a… Continue reading Crops in Argentina and Brazil Threatened by Locust Swarm
New Bee Species Honours High Flying Canadian Hero
The Royal Saskatchewan Museum (RSM) announced today that a newly recognized species of bee native to North America is named in honour of Canadian Astronaut Colonel Christopher Hadfield. In an academic paper, authored by RSM Curator of Invertebrate Zoology, Dr. Cory Sheffield and published in the Journal of Hymenoptera Research, Sheffield makes the scientific case… Continue reading New Bee Species Honours High Flying Canadian Hero
Windiest Weather in 30 Years
Source: Allan Dawson, manitobacooperator.ca, June 26, 2020 The two biggest issues farmers have been dealing with are high winds and flea beetles this season. The windiest spring since 1990, alone and in combination with other perils, has seen a jump in reseeding crop insurance claims this year. As of June 18 there were just under… Continue reading Windiest Weather in 30 Years
Supporting Livestock Producers Through the Western Livestock Price Insurance Program
By Jodie Griffin, WLPIP Coordinator, SCIC Western Livestock Price Insurance Program (WLPIP) premiums have increased significantly since the end of February due to the uncertainty of COVID-19. To address this, the Government of Saskatchewan is taking action to temporarily reduce the cost of purchasing livestock price insurance through WLPIP. To offset the increased premium cost,… Continue reading Supporting Livestock Producers Through the Western Livestock Price Insurance Program
Sask. Producers Are Facing Flea Beetles and Dry Conditions
Source: CTVNewsRegina.ca Staff, regina.ctvnews.ca, June 25, 2020 Although farmers are facing challenges, the crop development is around the normal stage for this time of year. REGINA — Windy conditions started to calm down this week, which allowed more producers to get into the field to spray for weeds and pests, according to this week’s crop… Continue reading Sask. Producers Are Facing Flea Beetles and Dry Conditions
Provided It’s a Canadian Registered Variety, Americans Can Now Sell Their Grain in Canada
Source: Karen Briere, Producer.com, June 24, 2020 CUSMA takes effect on July 1st. Among other things, changes are coming that will protect Canada’s quality assurance system. Changes are coming to the Canada Grain Act as the updated free trade agreement comes into effect in North America. As of July 1, grain grown in the United… Continue reading Provided It’s a Canadian Registered Variety, Americans Can Now Sell Their Grain in Canada
Saskatchewan Supports International Plant Protein Summit
The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to support the Bridge2Food Virtual 15th Plant-Based Foods and Proteins Summit North America 2020 being held June 22-26. “Last year, this event was held in Saskatoon, the first time the event was hosted in North America, and it was a big success for the plant-based protein sector and larger… Continue reading Saskatchewan Supports International Plant Protein Summit
Canadians Are Urged to Watch for Ticks
Source: Keith Doucette, The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, June 21, 2020 A number of steps can be taken to minimize the risk of exposure from tick bites, including wearing bug repellent that contains Deet. Hikers and other nature lovers are being urged to be on the lookout for ticks as they return to trails and forested… Continue reading Canadians Are Urged to Watch for Ticks
Hay Salvage and Ditch Mowing Dates
Producers can once again take advantage of free hay in Saskatchewan’s provincial highway ditches. Hay can be salvaged any time during the spring or summer months. Before and including July 8th, landowners or lessees nearest/adjacent to the ditch have the first option to cut or bale material, but after that day, anyone can cut and… Continue reading Hay Salvage and Ditch Mowing Dates