Northern Saskatchewan Agriculture News

FCC expands three loan programs aimed at younger producers

The programs that Farm Credit Canada has changed include the young farmer loan, the young entrepreneur loan and the starter loan.

Jan 6, 2022 12:32 PM Read more >

New technology may soon be unaffordable for mid-sized farms

The market for gently used farm equipment is shrinking, say experts.

Jan 4, 2022 1:00 PM Read more >

Next generation excited for the future

“Just being able to say that you farm full time, that’s what I’m looking forward to.” - Brayden Sentes

Jan 3, 2022 3:05 PM Read more >

Building a legacy - without breaking the family

Parents often put off succession planning because they fear the hidden conflicts it will bring to the surface

Jan 3, 2022 10:58 AM Read more >

Are we looking at a prairie price drop?

The last time farmland values dropped in that province was 2001

Jan 1, 2022 10:24 AM Read more >

Landowners advised to get it down on paper

"Trust companies have no love of the land. They don’t understand a farmer’s love of his soil. To them it’s just a commodity like ticker tape on the stock exchange. Just numbers." - Keith Berglind, retired farmer

Jan 1, 2022 10:10 AM Read more >

Bio-economy needs workers

A report from BioTalent Canada shows the labour market needs to recruit thousands.

Dec 31, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Prairie precipitation predictions: right amounts at the wrong times

A warmer climate over land increases drought severity.

Dec 31, 2021 10:16 AM Read more >

EU farm policy could drastically affect international trade

World’s exporters and importers warned they would face significant adjustments if proposed policies are implemented.

Dec 30, 2021 3:00 PM Read more >

Frostbite at calving time can have marketing implications

Too-cold temperatures can cause long-term health consequences in new-born calves.

Dec 30, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >