Agriculture

Producers are currently switching their focus away from seeding and now scouting their crops for pests while also in-crop spraying.

Thirty-three per cent of producers are experiencing moderate water shortages already, while 67 per cent are anticipating water shortages.

Crops are the most advanced in the northeast compared to the rest of the province.

Farmers are watching their moisture levels closely and are hoping for additional rain showers.

Hay and pasture acres are beginning to experience a shortage in topsoil moisture.

Grasshoppers remain a concern for producers in the region. Producers are hoping for more rain soon.

Sask DLC signs partnership with NAEDA to support agriculture students studying online.

Fall cereals are slightly ahead in development at 31 per cent, while oilseeds are slightly behind in development at 16 per cent.

For the first time, U.S. regulators on Wednesday approved the sale of chicken made from animal cells, allowing two California companies to offer “lab-grown” meat to the nation's restaurant tables and eventually, supermarket shelves.

The Carievale 4-H Beef Club held its annual Achievement Day at the Carievale Riding Arena on June 9.