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Mineral production and exploration in SaskatchewanGlobally, Saskatchewan is the number one producer of potash according to Saskatchewan Mining Association President Pam Schwann; producing around 33 percent of the world’s potash. She adds Saskatchewan has grown to be the world’s number two producer of uranium.EconomyJun 3
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New book questions Saskatchewan government’s potash revenue‘Squandered, Canada’s Potash Legacy,’ asks whether the province is getting enough back for its potash in the form of royalties.Global News Morning SaskatoonMar 21
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Jansen mine expansion could indicate growth for SaskatoonWATCH: BHP is making another large investment into the potash sector in Saskatchewan, approving stage two for its Jansen potash mine. Global’s Easton Hamm has more on the announcement.Global News at 6 SaskatoonNov 1, 2023
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Sask. remote mining tech company says it’s ready to lead industryWATCH: Nutrien is using some of the latest mining technology to keep up with the global potash demand. Global’s Jeffrey Meskens was able to see the machines working up close.Global News at 5 ReginaOct 30, 2023
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Manitoba’s first ever potash mineManitoba has starting mining potash in partnership with the Potash and Agri Development Corporation of Manitoba – or “PADCOM.”Jun 9, 2023
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Mining’s importance to Saskatchewan’s economySaskatchewan is known as the world’s largest potash producer, but that’s just part of a much bigger picture. Uranium, gold and rare earth metals are also part of the mining industry in the province.Global News Morning SaskatoonJun 1, 2023
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Saskatchewan announces new critical minerals strategy to expand resource development, exportSaskatchewan Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison discussed Saskatchewan’s new critical minerals strategy on Monday. Harrison said the goals of the strategy aim to establish Saskatchewan as the key producer of rare earth elements and critical minerals, like uranium, potash and helium, in North America.CanadaMar 27, 2023
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Saskatchewan First Nations get piece in BHP Jansen mine contractsA few contracts have been handed out from BHP as part of the Jansen potash mine project in Saskatchewan, with local First Nations organizations getting a piece of the pie. Jeffrey Meskens has more.Global News at 6 SaskatoonMar 13, 2023
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CN confirms train carrying potash derails near HopeVideo shows a massive train derailment near Hope, BC. CN says up to 20 cars carrying potash derailed at Hunter Creek road and Laidlaw. The company says there are no injuries – fires – or dangerous goods involved. More to come.CanadaSep 14, 2020
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Artist believes Sussex can overcome mine closure with some creativityFeb. 26: Global’s Shelley Steeves speaks to a world renowned artist who recently set up a gallery in Sussex, and he believes the town can bounce back from the Potash Corp mine closure, with a little creativity.Feb 26, 2016
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Hundreds turn up for J.D. Irving job fair in SussexThu, Jan 28: Hundreds of people turned out for a job fair in Sussex hosted by J.D. Irving. As Global’s Andrew Cromwell reports, it comes less than two weeks after the nearby potash mine announced it was closing.Jan 28, 2016
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Yancoal receives conditional environmental approval for potash mine near Southey, Sask.Tue, Aug 9: A proposed potash mine about 60 kilometres north of Regina is one step closer to becoming a reality. Chinese-owned Yancoal received approval on the environmental assessment today. However, the proposed mine is worrying some residents. Provincial affairs reporter David Baxter spoke with them.Global News at 10 SaskatoonAug 9, 2016
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Bombargo jam to a ‘Little Bit More’Alternative rockers Bombargo are playing two shows in Saskatoon – Friday at the Capital Music Club and Saturday at the PotashCorp Fireworks Festival. They give a taste of what to expect with a striped-down version of a “Little Bit More.”Global News Morning SaskatoonSep 2, 2016
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Analysts feel shutting down potash mines is the only way to bring the price back upSome sobering news Monday for one of Saskatchewan’s biggest commodities: don’t expect a quick and tidy recovery in the potash sector. That’s the message of many analysts who say there is too much of the fertilizer still on the market. Ryan Kessler reports.Global News at 10 SaskatoonAug 15, 2016
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Rough road to K+S Legacy mine draws complaints from workers, company says they’re working on itFri, May 13: Spring typically brings potholes to roads across the province. But several people have contacted global news about safety concerns on a specific stretch. Employees at the K+S Potash Mine have been raising concerns about their road in to work. We sent David Baxter to check it out.Global News at 10 SaskatoonMay 13, 2016
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Deputy Prime Minister tours Saskatchewan potash mineCanada’s Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland visited Saskatchewan on Wednesday. The first stop on the tour was a potash mine that supplies over 40 different countries with fertilizer. Freeland reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting the potash industry and farming with fertilizers.CanadaAug 24, 2022
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Saskatchewan NDP proposes royalty increase on oil, potashThe Saskatchewan NDP is out with a new plan they say will put big bucks in the pockets of every Saskatchewan resident. Connor O’Donovan has more on how the plan would harness high resource prices to pay dividends to the public and the provincial government’s quick response to it.Global News at 10 ReginaMay 3, 2022
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Potash Corp sales on the rise as officials hope it’s the start of a trendA supply and demand imbalance has dropped the price of Potash for the better part of a decade but Potash Corp first quarter results show things may be turning a corner. Joel Senick reports.Global News at 10 ReginaApr 27, 2017
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Concerns about PotashCorp, Agrium mega-mergerA mega-merger could see PotashCorp join together with Agrium to be a world leader in fertilizer. The companies say a $47-billion deal will help them save costs, but officials want assurances mines won’t be closed and jobs cut. As Reid Fiest reports, farmers are also concerned the merger may create a monopoly.Global NationalSep 12, 2016
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PotashCorp cuts jobs, production at Cory potash mine west of SaskatoonThere’s never good timing when it comes to job loss, but with just over a month before Christmas some families are facing that dire news. Another round of potash industry layoffs has been announced, this time at a mine just southwest of Saskatoon. Joel Senick reports.Global News at 10 SaskatoonNov 23, 2016