Alice McFarlane

Saskatchewan

Agriculture Director and Agripod Host at farmnewsNOW

Mama and wife, professional talker, agvocate, bookworm and lover of the outdoors.

Articles

SARM continues to commit to representing rural interests

4 days ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 25, 2025 | 11:30 AM The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) concluded its 2025 June Division Meetings, travelling approximately 2,200 kilometres throughout the province. The meetings enabled SARM to gather direct feedback from rural municipalities, strengthen relationships, and share updates on programs and initiatives that support rural Saskatchewan.
Canada’s specialty soybean market expands with new seed options

5 days ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 24, 2025 | 10:34 AM The specialty soybean market is growing, particularly in regions like Asia, where they are used in products like soya milk and tofu. Over the past several years, Canadian farmers have faced increasing challenges in maintaining their share of this premium export market. With fewer commercial investments in non-GMO varieties, farmers have fewer seed options, especially outside traditional growing zones.
Creating a National Soil Health Strategy

6 days ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 23, 2025 | 3:23 PM The introduction of a bill by Senator Rob Black, if passed, would require the development of a national soil health strategy. The Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC) urged the passing of the bill and for the federal government to act on its recommendations and prioritize soil health across Canada. Bill S-230 is the second step in advancing soil health in Canada.
Compensation rates for destroyed animals to increase

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 19, 2025 | 3:59 PM A disease outbreak on a livestock operation can be devastating emotionally and financially. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) may order the depopulation of animals or destruction of things affected by a disease to keep humans and other animals safe, and to keep export markets open. When this happens, producers are eligible to receive compensation.
Grain Growers say parliament is leaving farmers behind passing Bill C-202

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 19, 2025 | 2:17 PM Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) is disappointed in Parliament’s decision to pass Bill C-202 without the thorough review of parliamentarians. GGC also said its concerned it proceeded without consideration of its impact on international trade, and without regard for Canada’s export-oriented grain sector.
Grain Growers say parliament is leaving farmers behind passing Bill C-202

1 week ago | farmnewsnow.com | Alice McFarlane

“This legislation received unanimous consent from Members of Parliament without consulting with the Canadians it impacts the most, forcing the Senate to fast-track a flawed bill,” he said. Grain farmers export wheat, barley, canola, pulses, and other commodities to more than 160 countries, generating over $45 billion in export value each year.
Manitoba and Saskatchewan farmers deal with unsettled weather

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 19, 2025 | 11:50 AM With spring seeding now considered complete, growers are watching the skies as they attempt to get some other jobs done. Manitoba is reporting optimal moisture and crops are looking good, according to cereal crop specialist Anne Kirk. “We did see variable rainfall accumulations in all parts of the province over the past week, we did have isolated rainfall.
Alberta Milk launches Farm to Table initiative

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 18, 2025 | 3:27 PM Celebrating Alberta’s local food culture and its hardworking dairy farmers. Farm to Table was created in response to the growing movement towards locally produced food, and the people behind it. At the heart of the campaign is a short film following Alberta dairy farmer Jason Crozier and Blair Lebsack, Chef and owner of Edmonton-based restaurant RGE RD.
Funding for short line rail infrastructure to increase

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

By Jun 18, 2025 | 1:52 PM Short lines are a safe and efficient way to move bulk commodities, which reduces wear and tear on Saskatchewan highways. The provincial government is allocating $1 million from the Ministry of Highways’ Short Line Railway Improvement Program (SRIP) for infrastructure like track upgrades and expansion, improved crossing surfaces and sightlines, bridge maintenance, and track rehabilitations.
Six inductees selected to join Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame for 2025

1 week ago | panow.com | Alice McFarlane

John Anderson is an innovative entrepreneur and international business leader who has dedicated his 50-year career to Oppy – a global fresh produce food retail business that relies on Canadian agriculture. From his early days in the warehouse to CEO, John transformed Oppy with his vision and relentless dedication to excellence to advance sustainable agriculture and support local agricultural communities.