COVID-19

Learn more about COVID-19 in Saskatchewan. New information for businesses and workers available.

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What's New on Our Website

Recent updates:

Covid-19 Support for agriculture producers — Stay up to date with latest Covid-19 agriculture-related
resources in our new Covid-19 section in Sask Ag Now.

Webinars Page - Timely online broadcasts on a variety of industry-related topics.
Guide to Crop Protection 2020 version is now online.
Cervid Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance Program - All pages have been updated as of February 20, 2020
Crown Land Auction - Vacant agricultural Crown land that is eligible for sale is available for purchase.
Herbicide Residues with map of Herbicide Carryover Risk Level (2020) Based on rainfall from June 4 to September 2, 2019
Trade Statistics - Trade export numbers now updated.

New Content:

Final Crop Report - The final Crop Report for 2019 is now posted.
2019 Pea Leaf Weevil Survey map - average notched per plant.
Bertha Armyworm catch numbers are now posted as of August 7, 2019
Value Added Processing in Saskatchewan - New and updated content now available in our Value-added section.
Annual crops for grazing, silage and greenfeed - Integrating annual forage crops provides additional feed security and flexibility for livestock feeding operations.
African Swine Fever - ASF virus is currently spreading among domestic pigs and wild boar in Africa, Asia and parts of Europe.

New Sask Ag Now blog posts:

Effects of COVID-19 on Animals - Anyone who has COVID-19 should avoid contact with animals, just as they should with people, until more information is available.
Know Your Enemy - Kochia Biology and Control - Kochia’s biology and herbicide-resistant populations make it a difficult weed to control.
Physical Distancing and COVID-19 Protocols in Agriculture - While producers continue to get their work done to keep our vital supply chain functioning, everyone, including those working outdoors, must follow protective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Benefits of Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) - VBP+ certified verifies to consumers, retailers, and buyers that beef cattle operations are using sustainable and responsible practices
Support for Producers in the Midst of COVID-19 - Resources to help Saskatchewan Ag producers in the midst of COVID-19.
Preventing Equine Infectious Anemia - Equine infectious anemia affects the immune system of horses, donkeys and mules.
Using Natural Air Grain Drying in the Spring - Natural air drying systems can dry grain in the spring when attention is paid to air temperatures and relative humidity.
Sask Ag Regional Offices Non-Contact Agronomic Support Available - Agriculture offices continue to support producers through phone and online services.
Celebrating Women in Agriculture - To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’ve captured some lessons from women working in agriculture in our province.

Agriculture News Releases

Find all of the News Releases issued by the Ministry of Agriculture in this filtered list:

Go to Agriculture News Release Archive

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