REGINA – Cattle producers facing dry condition will have another option for livestock grazing. The federal and provincial governments announced Tuesday 90,000 acres of fish and wildlife development fund (FWDF) lands will be made available for grazing.
“The extremely dry conditions of this spring and summer have left many cattle producers searching for additional pasture,” said Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart.
“This grassland will help producers who are facing a shortage of feed for their cattle.”
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The same grazing lease fees that apply to agriculture Crown land will apply to FWDF lands. Producers who are given access to the land will be responsible for the cost and construction of any necessary improvements, including temporary fencing or water.
A list of available lands will be posted by the Ministry of Environment online and at local offices. FWDF land will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.
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