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Team discovers how gene resists antibiotic drugs

Team discovers how gene resists antibiotic drugs

USask researchers discover new antimicrobial resistance gene associated with livestock disease treatment
Alanna Koch recognized for building public trust in Sask. agriculture

Alanna Koch recognized for building public trust in Sask. agriculture

Named 2022 Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan Champion.
Scientist sets out to increase lingonberry acres

Scientist sets out to increase lingonberry acres

An Agriculture Canada scientist says lingonberries are extremely healthy and tasty.
Combine sensor gives harvest maps a boost

Combine sensor gives harvest maps a boost

Growers can use the maps to reduce their nitrogen inputs by not over-applying in areas where it won’t provide a response.
Bill to protect supply management progresses

Bill to protect supply management progresses

Private member’s bill would prevent federal government from making market access concessions in future trade deals.
Canadian pork exports rely on strong demand from Asia

Canadian pork exports rely on strong demand from Asia

The meat remains popular and relatively affordable compared to other sources in many parts of the world.
Research firm finds new clubroot-resistant genes

Research firm finds new clubroot-resistant genes

Company has stacked the genes into one canola variety, which it hopes to commercialize in the next few years.
Genetics may answer methane riddle

Genetics may answer methane riddle

Researchers plan to search for genetic traits that can help producers reduce greenhouse emissions in the dairy industry.
Swath grazing study needs respondents for online survey

Swath grazing study needs respondents for online survey

Swath grazing can save beef producers time and money as well as lower greenhouse gas emissions.
‘A bad plan is better than no plan’

‘A bad plan is better than no plan’

Farmers need to know how they will sell, when they’ll sell, what methods they’ll follow and the information they’ll need.