Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations and organizations are working to minimize the impacts of the postal service disruption.
Les ministères, les sociétés d’État et les organismes du gouvernement de la Saskatchewan travaillent à réduire au minimum les répercussions de l’interruption des services postaux.
Google Translate Disclaimer
A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:
Where an official translation is not available, Google™ Translate can be used. Google™ Translate is a free online language translation service that can translate text and web pages into different languages. Translations are made available to increase access to Government of Saskatchewan content for populations whose first language is not English.
Software-based translations do not approach the fluency of a native speaker or possess the skill of a professional translator. The translation should not be considered exact, and may include incorrect or offensive language. The Government of Saskatchewan does not warrant the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information translated by this system. Some files or items cannot be translated, including graphs, photos and other file formats such as portable document formats (PDFs).
Any person or entities that rely on information obtained from the system does so at his or her own risk. Government of Saskatchewan is not responsible for any damage or issues that may possibly result from using translated website content. If you have any questions about Google™ Translate, please visit: Google™ Translate FAQs.
Released on August 27, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture today announced it is offering the Crown Grazing Lease Rental Reduction Program for the 2025 grazing season. "Saskatchewan's livestock producers continue to face challenges with grazing due to consecutive years of dry conditions," Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison said. "The province is committed to supporting our livestock producers through these challenges." Through this program, Crown grazing land lessees who have reduced the number of animals grazing on the land are eligible to apply for a rent reduction for the 2025 grazing season. The lessee must reduce the number of animals grazing by 20 per cent or more, compared to the approved carrying capacity of the land, due to ongoing dry conditions. The deadline for applications is October 31, 2025. “The dry conditions in various parts of the province have made it challenging for producers,” Saskatchewan Cattle Association Chair Chad Ross said. “We appreciate that the government has recognized this and made adjustments where possible. This program will help those who have had to reduce the number of animals on their leased pastures.” “Many areas of the province are facing dry conditions, which has created difficulties for producers,” Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities President Bill Huber said. “We are happy to see the government has acknowledged these challenges and made adjustments where it can. This program will provide support to those who have been forced to cut back the number of animals on their leased pastures.” “The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association (SSGA) thanks the Government of Saskatchewan for implementing common sense solutions during a difficult growing season,” SSGA President Jeff Yorga said. “SSGA looks forward to working with the Government to continue to find solutions for livestock producers.” “Recognizing the ongoing dry conditions, the government's decision directly addresses some of the difficulties our livestock producers continue to endure," Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) President Bill Prybylski said. "APAS is encouraged by this proactive approach, and I urge affected lessees to utilize the relief being offered.” The program was offered for both the 2023 and 2024 grazing seasons to support producers who have faced ongoing dry conditions. The ministry may also authorize lessees to sublease surplus grazing and sell hay. In total, the ministry manages 220 pasture associations and grazing co-operatives on Crown land on locations across the province. Last year, almost 3,200 producer clients used these pastures to graze their livestock. This relief for Crown grazing land lessees is in addition to the number of programs in place to both mitigate the impacts of dry conditions and manage the ongoing challenges for the livestock sector. For detailed program information and eligibility requirements, visit saskatchewan.ca/crownlands. -30- For more information, contact: Media Relations
Agriculture
Regina
Phone: 306-519-9730
Email: ag.media@gov.sk.ca
We need your feedback to improve saskatchewan.ca. Help us improve
