30-05-2018 04:37 via thestarphoenix.com

New program to help Saskatchewan producers address agricultural pests

Dealing with agriculture pests may be a bit easier in Saskatchewan this year due to an influx of money to start a new program.
Six full-time officers and six seasonal staff will network with rural municipalities, First Nations and producers to help monitor and minimize the impact of agricultural pests as part of a new Pest Biosecurity Program. It will be delivered in partnership with the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) thanks to $2.85 million in annual funding from the Ca
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