Agriculture

Farm tests heat detection technology

Cow-calf producers in Sask. test ear tags that send alerts to their phone to let them know when cows are ready to breed.

Sep 11, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >

Increase in sow prolapses remains a mystery for sector

Research is ongoing to discover the causes of this condition, and certain pre-prolapse red flags have been spotted.

Sep 11, 2023 2:28 PM Read more >

Research centre aims to eradicate hog diseases

U.S. university conducts barn-applicable studies using expertise in its animal science and veterinary departments.

Sep 11, 2023 8:16 AM Read more >

More producers start growing rye as crop prepares for a recovery

Rye crop is on the cusp of a bounce-back.

Sep 10, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: Axe the paperwork required for UHT tax

A key factor in farm succession.

Sep 9, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >

Sask beef producers say Ottawa should pony up

Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association has asked Ottawa to come through with its portion of of AgriRecovery funds.

Sep 8, 2023 5:00 PM Read more >

Harvest season reaches full swing on Prairies

Manitoba growers are behind the five-year average, but producers in Alberta and Saskatchewan are ahead of schedule.

Sep 8, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Why are US pig death rates higher?

U.S. diets often contain higher levels of insoluble fibre due to DDGS.

Sep 8, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Sask Wheat Board gets a refresh with four directors

Four producers acclaimed after summer-long nomination period.

Sep 8, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Concern for canola exports to Mexico

There’s a chance that Mexico’s dispute with America about genetically modified corn could spread to other crops.

Sep 7, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >