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The Environment and Agriculture
Early-Bird registration is now open for 
: Agriculture and Energy, an exciting conference and trade show that marks the intersection between two of Saskatchewan's powerhouse economic sectors: agriculture and the environment!
The program for this event includes important information needed by rural communities, agricultural producers, environmental practitioners, suppliers to both economic sectors, policy-makers and relevant stakeholders, with real-life case studies of sustainable energy in agriculture.
is where most of Saskatchewan's economy is represented!!! You NEED to be there, at Prairieland Park on MARCH 1, 2012.
EARLY BIRD RATES in force only until December 31. REGISTER TODAY!
See you at the Crossroads!
March 1, 2012 (NEW DATE!!!!)
PRAIRIELAND PARK, Saskatoon
For More Information, CLICK HERE
Dollar and Sense of Membership
Tied to the Tracks.
Recent studies (Travacon) show that in 2008-09, Western Canadian farmers paid $8.81 per tonne ($275 million overall), more than what was considered fair and reasonable compensation for moving grain under the former Western Grain Transportation Act. In 2007-08, they paid $4.61 per tonne ($123 million) more than was considered fair. To get a rough idea of what this means for your farm, use the Canadian Wheat Board's rail cost calculator. Click HERE
This issue has a huge impact on the competitiveness of Canadian farmers. A costing review is widely supported by farmer organizations and shippers and was recommended for 2004-05 but has never been done.
APAS urges producers to contact Minister of Transportation Denis Lebel and your local MP to ask for a costing review. You can send an Electronic Postcard to The Honourable Denis Lebel here.
In addition, questions about an immediate costing review can be directed to: Helena Borges, Associate Assistant Deputy Minister of Policy for Transportation Canada at (613) 990-3001 or by email at helena.borges@tc.gc.ca.
Dedicated to Agricultural Issues
In 1935, farm leaders from across Canada rallied to cries for a strong unified voice for agriculture Read More
Saskcess Stories
Change is a part of life!
Change is a part of life! But for agricultural producers keeping up with industry changes, technological advancements and trends can be a daunting task. The Farm Leadership Council can help!
FLC has embarked on a new path, one that will see it embracing new technology to deliver exciting new learning opportunities. While there have been many changes in the industry, the vision of the Council has remained the same. Learn More HERE
2011 AGM - December 7-9
(Regina) The 2011 Annual General Meeting of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) was held Wednesday, December 7th to Friday, December 9th
CLICK HERE FOR LIVE REPORTS FROM THE AGM FLOOR
The 2011 Policy Resolutions which were passed are available HERE
Each week, we report on where APAS Executive and Staff are, which meetings they attend and any issues that are emerging or evolving. For a look at APAS in Action, click here.
Coming Up
January
- 11 - Sk Soil Conservation Association 2012 Conference
- 11-13 WRAP AGM and Prairie Farm Leaders Meeting - Edmonton
- 18-19 Beef and Forage Symposium 2012 - Saskatoon
- 19 - Board Meeting
- 25-27 KAP AGM - Winnipeg
- 30 CFIA Industry Outreach Sessions on Inspection Modernization
February
- 16 - Board Meeting
- 21-24 CFA AGM
March
- 21- 22 Board Meeting
April
- 19 - Board Meeting
June
- 24-25 Farming for Profit - Moose Jaw
Farming for Profit Recap
Click HERE to review a report created by Marion McBride and Ken Dash APAS Reps that attended the Farming for Profit Conference in Moose Jaw.
SCIC and AgriStability
There are two important deadlines occurring at the end of December. This is the last date for participants to submit their 2010 program forms and pay their program fees for 2011. Failure to meet this deadline, for either item, will make the producer ineligible for benefits, in that specific program year.
Access to all the forms and guides for completing the forms, can be found at www.saskcropinsurance.com. Program inquiries can also be made by contacting the AgriStability call-centre at 1-866-270-8450.
Learn More HERE
Click the link to find your closest AgriStability Advisor.
APAS Members Benefit
APAS offers exceptional benefits to all rural ratepayers that live in Member RMs. From long distance savings to private health services plans (PHSP) - APAS members benefit directly.
CLICK HERE to explore our current benefits offerings, download the appropriate registration or rebate forms for the current offerings.
For more information, you can also call toll free 1-877-306-APAS (2727)
BIODIESEL FARM EQUIPMENT STUDY
Monday, April 4, 2011, Ottawa—In the Off-Road Biodiesel Demonstration - Agriculture Sector, conducted by the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) from August 2009 to November 2010, farmers using biodiesel blends in agricultural equipment ranging in age from 1965 to 2009 had no biodiesel-related equipment problems. The study found that canola-based biodiesel blends perform well through all seasons, even when left in tanks over winter. During the study period, temperatures ranged from -36°C to 31°C. Learn More HERE
Current Conditions
WeatherFarm Weekly
Big crops get bigger
Last week, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report in which they predicted an all-time world production record of 691.5 million tonnes of wheat for 2011-12.
As the old saying goes: big crops get bigger.
The higher-than-expected world supplies will result in an overall downward pressure on grain prices over the next few months. That being said, La Niña is forecast to last into the spring and could impact yields in the U.S. – this is something the markets will track closely as we move forward.
With six months left in the 2011-12 marketing year, South American production – specifically corn and soybeans – is of concern due to ongoing suboptimal weather conditions. However, recent rains have helped ease producer trepidation in that region. Before long, the markets will shift gears and begin to focus on early 2012-13 desert durum production results from India, North Africa and North America-this will begin shaping prices in the new marketing year.
To view the USDA’s full WASDE report, click here.
View the full WeatherFarm Weekly e-newsletter online.
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Find more information on WeatherFarm in our Membership section.
Manage YOUR Risk
With all the gloom and doom about this spring’s weather, there is now a solution for the family farm in Saskatchewan. You can now price and purchase weather risk products and solutions from eWeatherRisk.ca. These are called weather contracts and allow the producer to manage weather risk. You can “hedge” precipitation such as too wet at planting or harvest or temperature such as a cool summer or an early freeze as single or combined risks. Now you can “hedge” your crop just like the big Canadian companies do, quickly and easily and right from your own home. You are invited to learn more from eWeatherRisk.ca by reading their weekly newsletter that we have posted on our website: Learn More HERE
www.SaskAdapt.ca.
Warmer and drier conditions resulting from climate change could have significant consequences for our communities and economy.
People who want to find out about the impacts of climate change in Saskatchewan and information on adaptation actions can visit a new website at www.SaskAdapt.ca. - Saskatchewan's climate change impacts and adaptation information centre.
This new website was developed by the Prairie Adaptation Research Collaborative (PARC) at the University of Regina in partnership with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, through the Go Green Fund.
Visit www.saskadapt.ca today!
Corporate Partners Program
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is Canada's largest provider of business and financial services to farms and agribusiness. FCC's 1,400 employees are passionate about the business of agriculture. To find out more, visit www.fcc-fac.ca
The United Voice of Agriculture
Recent Updates & Changes
President's Report - To listen call 306 789 7774 Extension 411
APAS Monthly E-Newsletter - Faxed and Emailed monthly to all RMs
GM's Activity Report - updated to September 2, 2011