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USask opens new insect research facility to aid farmers, growers

USask opens new insect research facility to aid farmers, growers

The research facility is multi-agency-funded.
Deer population called out of control in Sask.

Deer population called out of control in Sask.

Problem blamed on overpopulation as ‘starving’ animals damage property, get into feed supplies and attract coyotes.
Brokenshires proud to win Estevan's Farm Family of the Year Award

Brokenshires proud to win Estevan's Farm Family of the Year Award

Brokenshire family has enjoyed tremendous success with cattle operation.
Sask. farmers will struggle as carbon tax increases: APAS

Sask. farmers will struggle as carbon tax increases: APAS

Saskatchewan farms are going to pay over $40 million in carbon tax just to get their products to port: Boxall
Commentary: Sustainability a two-way conversation

Commentary: Sustainability a two-way conversation

As an industry, agriculture has dropped the ball.
Opinion: Keep political bitterness out of Canadian food

Opinion: Keep political bitterness out of Canadian food

Canadian politicians have an opportunity to explain the components of food prices.
Skateboard wheel next innovation

Skateboard wheel next innovation

A California company called Shark Wheel has invented a shape that is a perfect cube at the same time it’s a perfect circle.
Commentary: Politicians should not be ignored once they are elected

Commentary: Politicians should not be ignored once they are elected

Representatives often find themselves wondering what the people they represent really want.
Enzyme can switch off livestock drugs

Enzyme can switch off livestock drugs

An antimicrobial gene in bacteria creates an enzyme that can deactivate certain medications used to treat livestock.
Drought ravages durum crop in North Africa

Drought ravages durum crop in North Africa

Canadian exports to the region are expected to remain strong as vegetative conditions continue to worsen this year.