Sask Wheat recently held the first Think Wheat extension meetings in Prince Albert and Regina. The farmers and agrologists in attendance were given the latest information on the agrology and marketing of wheat.
Read MoreA Saskatchewan producer coalition is expressing its disappointment in the wake of the tabling of the Canada Transportation Act (CTA) Review on February 25.
Read MoreResearchers from the University of Manitoba are looking for samples of nine varieties of CWRS wheat to assist in a gluten strength study. The researchers are looking for samples from Glenn, Stanley, Utmost, Carberry, Brandon, Cardale, Stettler, Unity and Harvest varieties.
Read MoreSask Wheat has partnered with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture to host two meetings aimed at providing wheat producers in the province with the most up-to-date and relevant information about producing and marketing their crops.
Read MoreFor nearly two decades, Judy Elias has worked for the Canadian Grain Commission specializing in grain inspection. At the recent CropConnect conference in Winnipeg, she spoke about how producers can get a proper grain sample ready for grading and what options they have if a dispute occurs at the elevator over grain quality.
Read MoreThe 2016 Wheat Midge Forecast map indicates high risk for wheat midge infestations especially in southeast Saskatchewan. The area of high risk extends north, into the East Central Region of the province. Pockets of moderate to high risk were also identified around Prince Albert and south of Moose Jaw.
Read MoreThe development of durum varieties through the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC) will take a major step forward thanks to a commitment to invest up to $3.5 million over ten years by the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) and SeCan.
Read MoreA Saskatoon group has won the bid to host the 2019 International Wheat Congress, a first-of-its-kind event that will bring together more than 600 wheat scientists to discuss advances in wheat research and the future of wheat in helping avert a global food security crisis by 2050.
Read MoreRecognizing the important role producer funding of public breeding has played in delivering new wheat and barley varieties for increased farm profitability, Western Canada’s wheat and barley commissions/ associations are working together to consider options for continued leadership and influence.
Read MoreThe Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) is pleased to announce the results of its 2015 Director elections.
Read MoreSask Wheat will be sending a nominee list of Saskatchewan producers interested in attending the Canadian International Grains Institute (Cigi) 2016 Combine to Customer programs in Winnipeg. The deadline to become a nominee is December 5, 2015.
Read MoreMeet the candidates for our fall 2015 elections!
Read MoreThe Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) announced today that elections will proceed this fall for three positions within its Board of Directors.
Read MoreNow that harvest is nearing completion in most parts of the province, we remind you to send in your samples to the Canadian Grain Commission’s Harvest Sample Program.
Read MoreA new research project based out of the University of Manitoba needs your help to investigate the quality and gluten strength of CWRS wheat.
Read MoreThe Canadian Seed Trade Association has launched a new database help easily identify PBR protection on crop varieties registered for sale in Canada.
Read MoreWelcome to the CSTA’s new database. This database was created with the assistance of the Canadian Food Inspection’s Variety Registration Office, and the Plant Breeders’ Rights (PBR) Office.
Read MoreStarting this fall in Saskatchewan, producers can safely dispose of their unwanted or obsolete pesticide and livestock medications, at no charge!
Read MoreSask Wheat will once again be a host member of the CropSphere conference for 2016, in partnership with SaskBarley, SaskPulse, SaskFlax, SaskCanola and SODC.
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