Ministry Of Agriculture

• Rabies positive bat found in Martensville, first found in location since 2011: animal expert

  This is the first bat with the virus found in Martensville since 2011 when three were caught and had confirmed positive with rabies.

  Canada

  Jun 6
• Clubroot occurrences continue to climb in Saskatchewan

  Clubroot is a declared pest in Saskatchewan and was first detected in the province in 2008.

  Canada

  Jan 11
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• 2020 Saskatchewan harvest ‘well ahead’ of five-year average across province: crop report

  While harvest is closest to completion in the southwest, the latest crop report shows all regions of Saskatchewan are ahead of their five-year harvesting average.

  Canada

  Sep 24, 2020
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• Ontario law banning activists from interfering with livestock trucks takes effect

  Parts of the new agri-food bill make it illegal to stop or obstruct a truck carrying farm animals.

  Sep 2, 2020
• Ontario bill to protect livestock from activists soon to open for public comment

  The Food Supply Protection Act (Bill 156) generally limits interactions between the public and any element of the food supply business.

  Environment

  Aug 13, 2020
• Summer conditions leaving Saskatchewan farmers optimistic heading into harvest

  Crops are growing on schedule so far this season, and conditions in August are expected to bring an ideal harvest.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2020
• Warm weather, rain contributing to ‘fair to excellent crops,’ says Sask Ag

  Crop development remains normal for this time of year.

  Canada

  Jul 16, 2020
• Summerland converting part of campground for seasonal workers

  The district said the campsite is part of its ongoing plans to provide safe accommodations for seasonal agricultural workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

  Canada

  Jul 5, 2020
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• Saskatchewan moving ahead with $4B irrigation project at Lake Diefenbaker

  The project will double the irrigable land in Saskatchewan within 10 years, according to the government.

  Economy

  Jul 2, 2020
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• Safety measures enhanced for seasonal workers at South Okanagan campground

  New provincial funding will help enhance pandemic-related safety protocols at a South Okanagan campground that houses seasonal workers.

  News

  May 22, 2020