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What's New on Our Website

Recent updates:

Trade Statistics - Trade export numbers now updated.
2021 Guide to Crop Protection available online.
Webinars Page - Timely online broadcasts on a variety of industry-related topics.

New Content:

Saskatchewan Agricultural Drought Preparedness Plan - This plan breaks down the types of drought management actions and lists potential actions which may be taken depending on drought stage.
Producer Resources for Dry Conditions section - Sask Ag Now articles that provide resources and program information for producers related to water development and infrastructure, farm stress and water testing.
Irrigation Certification in Saskatchewan - An Irrigation Certificate will be issued for each irrigation project that meets soil and water compatibility standards and for which the applicable fees have been paid.
Lyme Disease in Dogs - Lyme disease affects domestic animals (dogs, horses, possibly cats) and humans.

New Sask Ag Now blog posts:

4R Fertilizer Plan in Perennial Forage Stands Can Improve Your Bottom Line - Fertilizing perennial forage stands has become more popular in recent years.
Agriculture Program Specialists - What is an Agriculture Programs Specialist and what do they do.
Regional Offices Offer Programs and Services to Producers Dealing with Dry Conditions - In addition to offering water testing, our team of experts in our regional offices can assist you with agronomic and programming advice.
Plant Stands, Insects and Weeds in Dry Conditions - Dry conditions across the province this year have made some decisions difficult especially regarding plant stand densities, insects, and weed control
Authorizing Subleasing and Sale of Hay on Crown Lands - The Ministry is now authorizing lessees of Crown agricultural land to sublease or sell hay from the lease.
Grazing Management Suggestions for Productive Pastures - Grazing management plays an important role on the health and productivity of perennial pastures.
Now is the Time to Test Your Livestock Water Sources - The Ministry of Agriculture provides water screening and testing services through our regional offices and Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) offices.
Early Season Scouting of Flea Beetles - Scouting should be done regularly after plant emergence until the four-leaf stage, when canola is at its most vulnerable.
Creating Opportunities and Partnerships Through the Pest Biosecurity Program - The Ministry of Agriculture partners with the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) to deliver this program.
Chelated Minerals as a Mitigation Strategy for Sulfate Contaminated Water - Picking the right mineral for your cattle is essential year-round, but especially during hot summer months.
The Cost of Overgrazing - Why it Doesn’t Pay to Push Your Pasture
Healthy Plant Communities for Healthy Rangelands - Healthy plant communities support forage production and ecosystem services on rangelands.

Agriculture News Releases

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Go to Agriculture News Release Archive

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