Saskatchewan Farms Saved by Province | Calgary News

Two key Saskatchewan research farms in Indian Head and Scott are staying open thanks to a new provincial-federal agreement, defying earlier federal plans to shut them down. The province and federal agriculture department have signed a memorandum of understanding to ensure these vital agricultural research sites continue operating while long-term plans are developed. Ag Minister David Marit emphasized the importance of maintaining research capacity, while Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald confirmed the federal government no longer needs the land for its own programs but wants it to remain productive. The Grain Growers of Canada applaud the move but urge for broader, lasting solutions for all public agricultural research across Canada, as farmers depend on consistent, well-funded science to stay competitive globally. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/675017e13fdd08f2