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Agriculture: Re-emerging giant

There was a time when agriculture dominated the provincial economy. These days the value of agricultural production is about the same as the value of mining. Total farm cash receipts, the money from selling grain and livestock as well as money received from government...

Frost and snow on Canola

Snow, freezing temperatures on four to five nights and in some areas, heavy frosts (as low as minus 7°C), occurred across the Prairies last week. This may prompt canola growers to consider reseeding. However, resist the urge to reseed immediately, as recovery may turn...

Record farm income in Saskatchewan

The latest farm income numbers from Statistics Canada show that 2008 was an amazing year for Saskatchewan grain farmers. Saskatchewan’s total farm receipts were somewhat lower than Ontario and Alberta, but our realized net farm income was the highest by far. Realized...

Start checking for flea beetles

Despite a generally cool spring, flea beetles are starting to emerge in some parts of the prairies. The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) is advising canola growers to check their crops regularly since flea beetle feeding can reduce yield and lead to a longer flowering...