RCMP note significant thefts in weekly report
The Central Plains RCMP Weekly Report detailed a couple of thefts in the region, one of which is still under investigation.
On April 22, a call came in to Portage la Prairie RCMP regarding a stolen 2005 black Toyota Tacoma pick-up truck in Portage.
The vehicle was later located in in Portage's North end.
Anyone with information regarding the theft is asked to contact the Portage la Prairie RCMP at 204-857-4445.
The investigation is on-going.
On April 26, Amaranth RCMP were called to an address on Road 58 West for an unwanted person.
Former Federal Agriculture Minister Charlie Mayer Passes Away at 89
Charlie Mayer, a prominent figure in Canadian agriculture and politics, has passed away at the age of 89. Born in Saskatoon in 1936, Mayer attended the University of Saskatchewan before purchasing a farm in Manitoba in 1965. He grew grain, potatoes, and raised Simmental cattle, becoming active in the Manitoba Beef Growers Association. Mayer played a key role in opposing the introduction of supply management to the beef industry.
Canadian Cattle Industry Faces Optimism Amid Trade War Concerns
The Canadian cattle industry is experiencing unprecedented profitability, with cattle prices reaching all-time highs. Despite this positive outlook, there are significant concerns about the ongoing trade war with the United States and its impact on the industry's stability.
Ice surge wreaks havoc on Delta Beach properties
People born and raised at Delta Beach say the ice comes in like clockwork every year. Though loud and sometimes crashing like an earthquake, the ice forming a ridge along the shoreline is typically harmless.
Moe says he's Canadian but wouldn't stop vote on Saskatchewan separating from Canada
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he’s a true Canadian but wouldn’t stop a public vote on separating from the country if it came forward.
Moe says residents are allowed to trigger provincial legislation for a plebiscite on the issue.
He says he does not judge people for having different opinions, but says he supports a united Canada.
Saskatchewan law allows the public to bring forward a petition for a plebiscite as long as 15 per cent of eligible voters sign on.
Opposition NDP Leader Carla Beck says Moe should rule out a vote on separation.
Wild pig researchers are using new tracking techniques
Over the years, certain areas in Canada have seen an increase in wild pig populations. Wayne Lees from Squeal on Pigs Manitoba highlights the difficulty in tracking these animals, especially on foot. "In our experience, finding the pigs is the single hardest thing that we have to do. Our situation in Canada is very, very much different than the US under cold climate conditions. We don't have the large numbers of wild pigs that they experience in warmer climates.
Later spraying may help with DON - Agronomists change their advice as to when to spray for fusarium infection
WINNIPEG — Wheat growers in North Dakota have altered how they use fungicides to control fusarium head blight.
Many farmers now apply fungicides later, after flowers first appear on wheat heads, to cut the risk of fusarium damaged kernels (FDK) and reduce levels of deoxynivalenol (DON) in cereals.
Western Canadian farmers should make a similar switch, says a plant pathologist with Agriculture Canada in Alberta.
Right now, some agronomists and grower groups say the ideal fungicide timing starts when 75 per cent of wheat heads are fully emerged.
Disc Golf marks 10 Years in Portage la Prairie
What started as a grassroots project by disc golf enthusiast Cody Buhler has now grown into a decade-long success story in Portage la Prairie.
"This year marks the 10th anniversary since we installed the course at Island Park," said Buhler, chairperson of the Portage la Prairie Disc Golf Club.
"We had our ribbon cutting back in spring 2015, and it's amazing to see how far we've come."
Portage la Prairie says Stride Place paid off this year, and balances tax relief and major projects
Joe Masi, councillor and chair of finance for the City of Portage la Prairie, detailed the 2025 financial plan during the public hearing and its first reading this week. The budget includes a 2.86 per cent municipal tax hike for homeowners and 5.99 per cent for businesses, alongside investments in infrastructure, public safety, and green spaces.