Saskatchewan Agriculture Today

On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Kevin Hursh breaks down AAFC's latest crop pricing outlook, a follow-up on cattle prices with Ventum Financial, and more.

Sweeping United States import bans take effect as President Donald Trump demands an apology. We hear from Canada United States Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as the diplomatic freeze sets in. We also look at the clash over soaring harvest diesel costs, a push for domestic energy security, and how border states like North Dakota are navigating the fallout.

On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Recap of the SaskAgToday.com Roundtable, follow-up on Canada-U.S. trade & diesel prices, and more.

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer freezes trade negotiations, stating Washington feels no urgent need to secure a new deal. We break down the scramble ahead of tomorrow's American import bans, look at the push for European liquefied natural gas exports, and hear how the dispute has completely zeroed out American exports for Supreme Steel.

On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Concerns over high diesel prices, Sask. Cattle Association holding district meetings, and more.

We look at new research warning that Washington's trade isolationism is fracturing the West and empowering global rivals, and hear why dropping interprovincial trade barriers could add thousands of dollars to the pockets of everyday Canadians.

On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Saskatchewan's harvest over 40 per cent complete, Ottawa says it is still moving forward with research site closures, and more.

We look at the staggering deterioration of cross-border trust as reports reveal Ottawa has prepared contingency plans for a United States military invasion. We also explore the massive influx of agricultural shipping containers on the Prairies, examine the push to drop interprovincial trade barriers, and hear how the federal government is using regulatory overhauls to drive global capital into Alberta's energy sector.

On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: The Saskatchewan NDP want the provincial government to provide immediate relief to farmers, but the Ag Minister says there is already a suite of BRM programs farmers can access.

United States President Donald Trump formally walks back his threat to purchase Belarusian potash after acknowledging logistical realities. We also look at the rare bipartisan unity the threat sparked in Saskatchewan, explore the push for emergency harvest fuel relief as Alberta suspends its provincial gas tax, and review the latest rulings on Chinese steel dumping.

On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Following canola and wheat prices with Ventum Financial's David Derwin, and more.

United States President Donald Trump targets Saskatchewan's most iconic export, threatening to buy Belarusian "blood potash" instead of Canadian fertilizer. Business commentator Paul Martin breaks down why the logistics of the threat don't add up. We also look at how regional energy investors are navigating the volatility, and why a new economic forecast says Manitoba is better insulated than its prairie neighbours.

On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: U.S. President Donald Trump says a deal to buy potash from Belarus is in the works, and more.

We check in with everyday citizens and agricultural producers to get their take on pivoting toward the European Union, break down the mounting political pressure on prairie premiers, and hear how the dispute is impacting local farmers during harvest.

On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: A pair of farmers say harvest has been tough so far, a follow up on last month's Open Farm Days, and more.

We look at the growing threat of capital flight in Alberta, and hear extensively from Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on why energy security and domestic investment will see the province through the trade war.

On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Saskatchewan's harvest is now 32 per cent complete, and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches a massive strategic alliance to the European Parliament, sparking an immediate threat of retaliation from United States President Donald Trump. We also look at the Bank of Canada's stark economic warning, a steelworker strike in Manitoba, and the brewing political fight over American alcohol on Saskatchewan store shelves.

On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Farm income impacted by rising input expenses and wet weather, a chat with the latest 620 CKRM Country Cookout winners, and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches Canada as a safe harbour for global capital at the Canada Investment Summit. We break down billions of dollars in new prairie investments, explore the mounting anxiety in American border states, and hear how Regina's Rebellion Brewing is successfully pivoting its supply chain away from the United States.

On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Same story, different day as producers pick their spots to keep harvest going, and more.

On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: How farmers have dealt with rain and how its been affecting harvest operations; a new CEO of the Saskatchewan Cattle Association, and more.

We look at the latest inflation numbers across the region and how a surging Liberal party is navigating potential new negotiations. We also examine the massive 52-billion-dollar tech investment coming to Saskatchewan, and hear from Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski and former cabinet minister Ralph Goodale on why energy remains the ultimate cross-border bargaining chip.

We examine how new border surtaxes are being collected, track Alberta's international investment push in Toronto, and speak with Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski about the fallout in North Dakota.

On today's program... - Saskatchewan honey producers warn that newly imposed U.S. tariffs could cause a ripple effect within the industry, even for operations that don't export to the American market. We'll be joined by Sasha Howland, of Howland's Honey, who'll speak on that. - The Bank of Canada's trend setting interest rate has remained steady at 2.25 per cent since November of last year. However, long-term fixed interest rates have been rising due to higher bond yields. SaskAgToday Chief Agricultural Editor Kevin Hursh has a report on that: - The latest Manitoba crop report is out. James Frey, an Applied Research and Production Specialist with Manitoba Agriculture will have the latest update. - And last night, we paid a visit to the farm of Burk Reiman of Moose Jaw, the fourth winner of the harvest 2026 edition of 620 CKRM's Country Cookout. We'll hear from Burk later in the show.

University of Saskatchewan experts Keith Willoughby and Martin Gaal analyze provincial trade exposure and the political stalemate keeping both sides from the bargaining table. We also hear from Supreme Steel and Opposition Leader Carla Beck on the battle for domestic contracts as cross-border steel shipments drop to zero.

On today's program... - Six Saskatchewan companies are receiving a combined 5.3 million dollars in federal funding to help respond to tariffs and expand their operations. Among those comanies, is Degelman Industries. We'll hear comments from Degelman President and CEO Blair Flavel. - The latest Saskatchewan crop report has been released. Samantha Marcino, a crops extension specialist with the province's Ministry of Agriculture will have the details. A weekly overview of the wheat market has been provided, through the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission. Ty Kehrig of Exceed Grain Marketing will provide his analysis.

We hear from local heavy equipment dealers in Emerald Park who are bracing for supply chain disruptions and widespread inflation, and report on why municipalities across Alberta are warning that rising infrastructure costs could mean higher property taxes or reduced local services.

On today's program... - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre spent the Labour Day weekend in Regina. We'll hear comments from the opposition leader, along with Saskatchewan M.P.s Andrew Scheer and Steven Bonk, on the ongoing trade dispute, as well as the government's plan to close the Indian head and Scott research farms. - Storms in mid-to-late August caused severe damage to ripe crops across the Prairies. Canadian Crop Hail Association President Tyson Ryhorchuk will discuss that. - The latest winners of 620 CKRM's Country Cookout were Larry and Pat Highmoor or Windthorst. We paid them a visit last night, and we'll hear from them.

Washington ramps up retaliation with five new executive orders targeting Canadian exports, prompting fresh reaction from Premier Scott Moe. We also head to Regina for reaction from manufacturing leaders and federal officials, and hear former cabinet minister Ralph Goodale explain why Canada must stand its ground against American economic pressure.

On today's program... - We'll recap Friday's SaskAgToday Roundtable, with chief agricultural editor Kevin Hursh touching on a number of topics, including harvest progress, canola and wheat prices, and federal money to combat African Swine Fever - Saskatchewan's pest specialists, Dr. James Tansey, speaks on the growing number of pea aphids in the province -- And Agri-Food Economic Systems research lead Dr. Al Mussell shares his thoughts on the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States.

Canada's multi-billion-dollar retaliatory tariffs officially take effect, marking the latest in a trade dispute dating back to early 2025. We hear from a Saskatchewan honey producer, federal Conservative leader Pierre Loilievre, and how the dispute is impacting the RCMP.

On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: A federal funding announcement for the pork industry, a chat with the latest winner of the 620 CKRM Country Cookout, and more.

In today's episode of Trade Dispute: Impact On The Prairies, Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski discusses municipal resilience and the power of buying Canadian. We also examine cross-border diplomacy at a Midwestern state summit, and hear from Alberta Premier Danielle and veteran broadcaster Lorne Harasen.

On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Harvest in Saskatchewan plodding along, more trade talk, and more.

In episode four of Trade Dispute: Impact On The Prairies, we examine the fallout if CUSMA collapses, and hear how cross-border farmers and Saskatchewan businesses are reacting. We also look to the past with veteran broadcaster Lorne Harasen to explore how today's cross-border rift compares to decades of prime ministers and presidents.

In the third episode of Trade Dispute: Impact On The Prairies, we explore the municipal fallout of the ongoing trade dispute, featuring insights from the mayors of Weyburn, Yorkton, and Moose Jaw. We also look at how the federal government is attempting to speed up trade diversification, including a report on major energy infrastructure projects.

On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: The President of the North Dakota Farmer's Union shares perspective on Canada-U.S. tariffs and trade, and more.

On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: AAFC releases initial list of qualified regions for the Livestock Tax Deferral, canola prices rising, and more.

As the high stakes trade dispute between Canada and the United States continues to escalate, Provincial leaders and key industries across western Canada are moving quickly.

On Monday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Additional discussion on the implications of tariffs from Canada and the United States.

It's been just over a week since trade negotiations between Canada and the United States collapsed. Our 620 CKRM/SaskToday News team brings you reports and responses on how this is effecting the Prairies.

On today's program... - A partner with Polar Pork is disappointed with Ottawa's failure to hammer out an extension to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement. We'll hear from Florian Possberg on that. - The Saskatchewan Government has announced a framework for future data centres to be built in the province. SARM President Bill Huber was on hand for the announcement, and we have his reaction. - And although harvest is well underway in some parts of the province, it has been delayed in other areas. APAS Vice-President Jeremy Welter farms near Kerrobert, and updates harvest progress in his area.

On today's program... - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and Provincial Ag Minister David Marit comment on the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States. - The latest Saskatchewan crop report has been released. we'll hear from provincial Crops Extension Specialist Davidson Ugheoke, who has details on that. - With harvest season upon us, it's important that those fueling Saskatchewan's farmers knows how to keep their stomachs full, while also keeping them healthy and not breaking the bank. Dee Hobsbawn Smith, a Saskatchewan chef and writer from the Langham area, has tips for feeding a hungry crew.

On today's program... - APAS vide president Jeremy Welter comments on the collapse of trade talks between Canada and the United States - We'll take a look at the latest crop report for our neighbours to the east, with comments from Manitoba Agriculture Applied Research and Production Specialist James Frey. - And one industry affected by the newest U.S. tariffs, is the honey industry. We'll hear from Simon Lalonde, the president of the Saskatchewan Beekeepers Development Commission, on that.

On today's program... - We have reaction from SaskAgToday chief agricultural editor Kevin Hursh, after trade talks between Canada and the United States broke down on Friday night. - Rebecca Hort, the Crops Extension Specialist with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture in Humboldt, speaks on the need for pre-harvest intervals to be taken during the fall harvest. - And Ty Kehrig, of Exceed Grain Marketing, provides a weekly overview of the wheat market, issued through the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission.

On today's program: - We recap Friday's SaskAgToday roundtable, with chief agricultural editor Kevin Hursh speaking on a variety of topics, including harvest, cattle prices, and the Port of Churchill. - We'll hear from Dr. James Tansey, from Saskatchewan's Ministry of Agriculture, on an outbreak of bertha army worms in a trio of areas across the province. - And a feasibility study on year-round shipping options from the Port of Churchill, has wrapped up. We'll hear reaction from federal Northern and Arctic Affairs Minister Rebecca Chartrand and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew.

On Friday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Trade talks apparently in the home stretch, honey producers talk about how trade is affecting them, and more.

On Thursday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Harvest activity picks up a little bit in Saskatchewan, finer details on CUSMA being worked on, and much more.

On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods paused as CUSMA renegotiations continue, and more.

On Tuesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: Deadline of U.S. tariffs on various Canadian goods looms amid CUSMA renegotiations; a unique ad campaign in Saskatchewan, and more.