Humboldt

Federated Co-operatives recently purchased the remaining shares in six agricultural retail outlets owned and operated by the Blair Family Group of Companies.

FCL Vice President of Energy & Ag Ron Healey, says the joint venture with the Blair family has been a positive, mutually beneficial partnership as Co-op continues to grow its ag retail footprint across Western Canada; now four local co-ops will take over the operation of the six Blair Crop Solution outlets.

Team Saskatchewan's Men's Baseball teams hope for a Gold Medal were dashed today in St. John's Newfoundland at the Canada Summer Games as Quebec defeated Saskatchewan 9-4. 

Pryor Dyck of Watrous got the start. He lasted 2 innings, giving up 5 runs on 6 hits.  

Cade Britz of Muenster had an RBI in the loss.  

In the 1989 Grey Cup, the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Hamilton Tiger-Cats faced off in what many Canadian football fans regard as the greatest game in Canadian Football League (CFL) history. 

And while it’s only the middle of August, it seems the two teams could be on a path to meet in the Grey Cup again, as they lead their respective divisions near the midway point of the 2025 regular season. 

The Federal Government's grain monitor, Quorum Corporation has released the stats for July 28-July 31, 2025 - the last week of the 2024-2025 crop year. 

According to the report, country stocks dropped to 2.31 million metric tonnes, utilizing 44 per cent of country elevator space. 

Total western port terminal stocks dropped to 1.1 million metric tonnes, using 57 per cent of the working capacity.

Elaine Marie Gulutzan (née Brataschuk)
August 31, 1941 - August 14, 2025

Harvest time is just around the corner with some producers already started and there are many things to keep in mind before harvest to ensure your grain can be sold into any market. Before applying pesticides as a pre harvest application, always understand the label and be aware of any restrictions that may affect the marketability of your grain.

The Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Eleanor Olszewski was in Saskatchewan earlier this week for two key announcements, including $4.2 million for the province's ag sector. 

"By building on Saskatchewan’s many strengths and investing in them, we’re helping create good jobs and grow one strong Canadian economy."

The Humboldt Broncos are excited to announce the signing of forward Jacob Kulas in preparation for the upcoming 2025–26 season.

Kulas from Stow, Massachusetts is a 6’0″, 216 lb left-shooting forward whose combination of size and versatility make him a valuable addition to the lineup. He recently played for the Campbell River Storm in the VIJHL, where he’s demonstrated consistent offensive output. Over his last five games, Kulas contributed 2 goals and 3 assists, posting 5 points, and during his last ten games, he notched 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists).

This week, Alberta farmers learned more about the $5.2 million in funding planned for the province's two crop diversification centres.

Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson says the province's farmers directly benefit from the work being done at CDC North near Edmonton, and CDC South near Brooks.

The funding supports upgrades and replacements to greenhouses, labs, and administrative buildings at both sites, as well as research essentials such as seed, fertilizer, and pesticides.  

Alberta Beef Producers have decided to withdraw from the Canadian Cattle Association.

Board Chair Doug Roxburgh says they've been talking with the organization about their concerns for years regarding governance and fiscal transparency.

He notes over the past five years there's been some discussion going on around the move, noting the final decision came following extensive deliberation and strategic review.