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Insect summary for Saskatchewan 2015 This year Saskatchewan experienced an early, warm spring compared to the previous three growing seasons. Dry conditions were less favourable to crop growth with some areas not receiving significant rainfall until well into July. But the insects still showed up. >> Read full article
Depression going untreated More than half of all workers who reported symptoms of depression did not perceive a need for treatment, according to a new study from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. >> Read full article
2015 Peace River Region annual canola survey Since 2003, the annual Peace Canola Survey has been performed with the main objectives of collecting insect pest data throughout the region, and to detect introduction of the cabbage seedpod weevil into the Peace River region. >> Read full article



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Agri-Trade Equipment Expo \| 2015 November 11-14, 2015 Location: Red Deer, AB >> More Info
Alberta Potato Conference November 17-19, 2015 Location: Red Deer, AB >> More Info
Canadian Forage and Grassland Association 6th Annual Conference November 17-19, 2015 Location: Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan >> More Info
Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers 2015 National Recognition Event November 17-22, 2015 Location: River Cree Resort & Casino by Marriott, Edmonton, Alberta >> More Info