Source: Lauren Geall, stylist.co.uk, October 14, 2020 Keeping your plants alive isn’t always as straightforward as it might seem. As Kermit the Frog once said, it’s not always easy being green – whether you accidentally overwater or leave them in the sunshine a little too long, there are plenty of reasons why your houseplants might… Continue reading 9 Low Maintenance Plants for Beginners
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Significant New Agriculture Investment Announced in Southeast Saskatchewan
Ceres Global Ag to Build USD $350 Million Canola Crush Plant at Northgate The Government of Saskatchewan has recently welcomed the announcement by Ceres Global Ag of its plans to build a new USD $350 million integrated canola crush facility at Northgate. “Adding value to agriculture products right here in Saskatchewan will help us reach… Continue reading Significant New Agriculture Investment Announced in Southeast Saskatchewan
Preparing Scientists to Work with Plant-Based Proteins
By Shalyn Rousseau, Communications Consultant Over the past five years, the demand for plant-based proteins has increased. To help meet this demand, the Canadian Agri-food Protein Training, Utilization and Research Enhancement (CAPTURE) Project is preparing emerging scientists to work in the plant-based protein sector. Led by Dr. Mike Nickerson, a professor at the University of… Continue reading Preparing Scientists to Work with Plant-Based Proteins
Crop Residue: To Burn or Not to Burn?
By: Sherri Roberts, PAg, Crops Extension Specialist, Weyburn Weather conditions last season resulted in some fields remaining unharvested while others contained a lot of crop residue. In addition, today’s modern farming equipment allows producers to cut wider swaths. This can also lead to residue management issues, unless provisions have been made for installing a spreader… Continue reading Crop Residue: To Burn or Not to Burn?