Source: Nicole Di Donato, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, June 03, 2020 Pure Roots Urban Farms, will be donating all fresh produce to the Saskatoon Food Bank that is currently being grown in the Farm Boys Design Corp. Farm Boys is a company that designs enclosed growing systems, called AeroPods. SASKATOON — A Saskatoon urban farm is addressing food… Continue reading “Space-Age Farming” Donating Fresh Produce to Saskatoon Food Bank
Category: Agriculture
Effects of COVID-19 on Animals
There is no evidence to date that domestic livestock and most pets can be infected with or transmit COVID-19; however, this has also not been ruled out. There have been recent reports that cats and ferrets may be susceptible to infection, as well as limited reports of cats with mild clinical signs, but there is… Continue reading Effects of COVID-19 on Animals
Future Impact of COVID-19 Worrying Canadian Ranchers and Feedlots
Source: Bill Graveland, The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, June 02, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t had a serious effect yet, but ranchers are anticipating it will be a tougher fall. A cacophony of bellowing cattle makes it hard to hear the other hoof drop, but rancher Bruce Bird knows that it’s coming. Bird runs a cow-calf… Continue reading Future Impact of COVID-19 Worrying Canadian Ranchers and Feedlots
Why Weeds Are Crucial to the Ecosystem
Source: Andre Mayer, Dan Kraus, cbc.ca, June 1, 2020 While unsightly at times, weeds can actually be doing more good than harm! Weed is a very subjective term. There is no scientific definition that says: this is a weed, this is not a weed. They’re basically plants that are in a place where people don’t… Continue reading Why Weeds Are Crucial to the Ecosystem
Don’t Lose Animals to Bloat This Year!
By Terry Kowalchuk MSc. PAg, Provincial Specialist, Forage Crops Every year, some cattle are lost due to bloat from grazing alfalfa in pastures. These losses can be avoided through forage and livestock management and the use of feed additives. Forage/Feed Management Remember that AC Grazeland alfalfa, a reduced-bloat alfalfa, blends well with meadow bromegrass for… Continue reading Don’t Lose Animals to Bloat This Year!
Spring Seeding in Sask. 80% Complete
Source: David Giles, globalnews.ca, May 28, 2020 80 per cent of the 2020 crop is in the ground, compared to the five-year average for this time of year which is 78 per cent. Spring seeding in Saskatchewan is nearing completion. Saskatchewan Agriculture said favourable weather from May 19 to 25 allowed farmers to make substantial… Continue reading Spring Seeding in Sask. 80% Complete
This week is Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week
The Government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed May 24 to 30 as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week to raise awareness of the threat of invasive species to our province’s waterbodies. “This week highlights the importance of protecting Saskatchewan’s waters from aquatic invasive species,” Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said. “By understanding the threat and taking appropriate actions,… Continue reading This week is Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week
Remember These Tips for a Safe Fire Burn
Controlled burning is often part of regular farm maintenance and operations. However, caution is required anytime fire is used. Before you burn, please consult your local Rural Municipality Office to verify no municipal fire ban is in place for your area. Please also call to report your activity to the Control Burn line at 1-866-404-4911.… Continue reading Remember These Tips for a Safe Fire Burn
After 17 Years Underground, Millions of Cicadas Set to Emerge
Source: Allen Kim, ctvnews.ca, May 25, 2020 While harmless to humans, Cicadas pose a danger to orchids, vines and trees due to the egg-laying habits of its females. As if we didn’t have enough to worry about with giant murder hornets invading the U.S. and a global pandemic, millions of 17-year cicadas will emerge from… Continue reading After 17 Years Underground, Millions of Cicadas Set to Emerge
Consider Watering Systems to Help Preserve Your Riparian Areas
By Hillary Luchinski AAg, Agri-Environmental Specialist, Humboldt, and Karen Smith PAg, Ag Programs Specialist, Tisdale There are many reasons why a properly designed watering system is an advantage to your livestock operation. Watering systems provide livestock with clean, good-quality water which will improve overall herd health. Remote watering systems also preserve riparian areas and provide… Continue reading Consider Watering Systems to Help Preserve Your Riparian Areas