Government Invests $7.7 Million in Crop Research

Released on January 9, 2018

Today Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness on behalf of Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced $7.7 million in funding for 30 crop-related research projects through Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Development Fund (ADF).

In addition, the governments are committing $6.25 million in operating funds through the ADF to the Crop Development Centre (CDC) at the University of Saskatchewan over five years.

Read the news release here. Read the ADF crops backgrounder here.

Posted Jan 27, 2018

Governments Invest $6.3 Million in Livestock and Forage Research

Saskatchewan Forage Council Market Reports Available Online

The SFC's Forage Market Reports are comprehensive reports that includes forage and forage transport pricing and price trends, yield info, weather conditions and much more. Navigate to the Resources tab and click Saskatchewan Forage Market Reports to see current reports and past editions.

Posted Jan 18, 2018, updated March 16, 2018

Scholarship Opportunities

2017-2018 Excellence Award for Agricultural Students

Farm Management Canada (FMC) and the Canadian Association of Diploma in Agriculture Programs (CADAP) are proud to announce the launch of the 2017-18 Excellence Award for Agricultural Students, designed to encourage students to improve their critical thinking, communication and leadership skills through a national competition. FMC and CADAP are collecting submissions from agricultural students across Canada and will award three winners with scholarships towards furthering their education in agriculture. First place stands to win $1,500!  Deadline for applications in May 6, 2018.

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Posted Dec 22, 2017, updated Jan 18, 2018