UCP, Suzuki Foundation granted intervenor status in Saskatchewan carbon tax challenge
Among those granted status in Saskatchewan’s carbon tax court fight are the United Conservative Party and the Canadian Taxpayers Association. Continue reading
Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan
Sask. farmers exempt from mandatory semi driver training, but that could change
Saskatchewan has introduced mandatory training for semi drivers, but farmers are exempt from the rule, for now. Continue reading
Trudeau government would reject Jason Kenney, taxpayers group but welcome Suzuki in carbon tax court fight
The brief, submitted to the court by federal lawyers, argues the court should reject a request from the UCP to be an intervenor because its contribution would be “political and speculative.” Continue reading
Agricultural Producers Association of Sask. hoping to join fight against carbon tax
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan is standing with the province in its fight against a federally imposed carbon tax. Continue reading
Carbon tax ignores reality for farmers: Sask. agricultural producers
By Rebekah Lesko Reporter
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan says the carbon tax plan announced by Ottawa ignores the realities faced by local farmers. Continue reading
Opposition NDP wants more support for Saskatchewan farmers affected by wildfires
The Opposition NDP is calling on the Saskatchewan government to provide more support for farmers affected by wildfires. Continue reading
Dry weather withering crops, stressing farmers in southern Saskatchewan
There were 59 calls to Saskatchewan’s Farm Stress Line in July — compared to 16 the same time last year. Continue reading
Tweet spurs conversation about farmer suicide, mental health supports
Kim Keller said she felt compelled to speak out after being contacted by an industry professional looking for resources to help the family of a client who had taken his life. Continue reading
Snowfall hampers spring harvest for Sask. farmers after wet fall
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
Farmers who suffered through wet conditions last fall face another setback after this week’s dumping of snow in western Saskatchewan. Continue reading
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visits small town Saskatchewan
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Trudeau was at the Lewis Land Limited Farm near Gray, south of Regina, to meet agricultural leaders and learn about canola and the global demand for canola products. Continue reading