Humboldt

The pace of auto theft is dropping in Canada thanks to collective efforts to crack down on thieves, says an industry group focused on insurance fraud and crime.

Équité Association said in a report released Monday that the number of vehicles reported stolen nationally dropped 19.1 per cent in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

Just over 23,000 vehicles were reported stolen in the first six months of the year in Canada, the report said.

The move to accept Australian shipments comes as China conducts an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola

Canada’s canola growers could soon be facing stiff competition in their top seed market.

Reuters is reporting that Australia is close to finalizing an agreement that will reopen the Chinese market to canola shipments from Down Under.

The world’s second-largest canola exporter has been shut out of the largest import market since 2020 due to phytosanitary requirements aimed at preventing the spread of blackleg disease.

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) announced that the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP) will extend all deadlines to submit claims cost by one year to help with wildfire recovery.  

Individual applications are required to be submitted within six months of the disaster. 

This year’s show saw three clear days for attendees to see equipment, livestock and the latest in technology

Ag In Motion 2025 organizers are pleased with this year’s attendance.

"We’re very pleased with attendance, response from exhibitors and the overall tone of the show this year," said Rob O’Connor, Ag In Motion show director.

With scorching temperatures on Friday night, the only thing generating as much heat as the evening sun was the Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive line, causing havoc with eight sacks, on their way to a 21-18 win over the Edmonton Elks. 

It was a low scoring start with the Elks leading 4-1 after the first 15 minutes.  

The Roughriders pulled ahead in the second quarter with a 15-yard touchdown reception from Samuel Emilus.  

Roaring engines and shining chrome rolled into the Bruno on Sunday for the 19th edition of the Show and Shine. 

Despite a grim forecast leading up to the event, well over 100 vehicles lined themselves on the grass infield inside of the Bruno Sports Ground that attracted spectators from around the region for a day of free fun. 

There is no doubt the future of the car show is in good hands, with exhibitors like 11-year-old Cohen Weiman of Bruno.  

Two teams from Humboldt were in the running this past weekend at the Saskatchewan Baseball Provincial Championships. 

Both teams came up just a little short in their pursuit of championship glory. 

A provincial run that spanned two weekends came to an end in the gold medal game for the 15U AA East Central Dodgers. 

Proven Seed is expanding its portfolio with the launch of three new LibertyLink canola hybrids and a cutting-edge TruFlex variety, giving farmers more disease resistance, improved harvest management, and greater flexibility in straight cutting.

The new LibertyLink lineup includes:

Wadena’s Vintage Day had a bonus this year with a special guest in attendance and a reunion with a special and historical piece of farming equipment.  

A great crowd made its way south on Highway 35 in Wadena to the Wadena Museum grounds for displays, demonstrations, music and memories. The iconic train station, moved from its original trackside location in Wadena is the most noticeable feature in a restored village display on the grounds.