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Saskatchewan Premier Moe announces plan to upgrade important road for farming sector
YORKTON - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the province plans to cover half the improvement cost for a road deemed crucial for economic activity in the farming sector. Moe says Grain Millers Drive ...
Aug 20, 2025
Farmers call govt to take action against Chinese canola tariffs
Saskatchewan farmers braced themselves for a major hit after China announced plans to impose a nearly 76 percent tariff on Canadian canola, which started on Aug. 14, effectively shutting the door on o...
Aug 19, 2025 China's 75.8-per-cent tariff on Canadian canola came into effect earlier in August, and farming operations across the country are already dealing with a substantial dip in the market. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh)
Inconsistent weather causing issues for crop growers, expert says
While crop conditions in Saskatchewan have improved in the past few weeks and some farmers have begun an early harvest, weather inconsistencies continue to cause problems in the field. According to Ra...
Aug 17, 2025 Ranjan Sri Ranjan, a University of Manitoba professor, said he planted soybeans in research plots this year but didn't get enough water for them to germinate. (fotokostic / Depositphotos.com)
Fact File: No truth to online claims of dramatic drop in potato exports to U.S.
While Canadians wait for news of an improved trade situation with the United States, false reports about quiet deals with other countries have begun to fill the void. Recently, unfounded claims have s...
Aug 14, 2025
Chinese tariff on canola seed comes into force as farmers hope for resolution
REGINA - A Chinese tariff of nearly 76 per cent on Canadian canola seed is set to come into force today. The duty, announced Tuesday, has already caused the price of one of Canada's most valuable crop...
Aug 14, 2025 David Reid lands his 1957 Helio Courier on a landing strip bordered by his canola crop on the family's farm near Cremona, Alta., Thursday, July 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
'One battle after another' for farmland in Cowichan title ruling: ex-councillor
Former Richmond, B.C., city councillor Harold Steves' family has been farming in the area since 1877, lending their name to the community of Steveston. The 88-year-old former politician only retired f...
Aug 14, 2025
'This is our livelihood': Farmers brace for hit from new China canola tariff
Farmer Bill Prybylski says China's planned tariff on canola seed wasn't factored into his business equations this year. The president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan says the...
Aug 13, 2025
Feds vow to defend Sask. farmers after China announces nearly 76 per cent canola tariff
Saskatchewan farmers are bracing for a major hit after China announced plans to impose a nearly 76 percent tariff on Canadian canola starting August 14, effectively shutting the door on one of the cro...
Aug 12, 2025 China announced a nearly 76 per cent tariff on Canola Tuesday morning, it'll go into effect on Aug.14. (980 CJME file photo)
China to impose 75.8 per cent tariffs on Canadian canola, industry braces for impacts
Canada's canola industry is urging Ottawa to act as farmers brace for steep losses over a planned 75.8 per cent preliminary tariff from China on canola seed. "The Chinese market is effectively closed ...
Aug 12, 2025
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days offers a chance to learn more about agriculture
It's the perfect weekend to take a peek behind the barn doors and into the heart of local farms. Saskatchewan Open Farm Days runs on Saturday and Sunday, with more than 30 farms, ranches, and gardens ...
Aug 09, 2025 Saskatchewan Open Farm Days runs on Saturday and Sunday, with more than 30 farms, ranches, and gardens opening their gates to give curious people a chance to learn and explore. (Nicole Garn/980 CJME)
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Sarah Mills: Cross-country running is a reminder of my school days
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