Soils and Crops - College of Agriculture and Bioresources
2026-03-17 08:00 - 2026-03-18 17:00 (America/Regina)
The Soils and Crops Workshop began in 1965 and has been offered annually for over 50 years. The annual workshop is a two day event presenting updates on current research being conducted in the areas of soils, crops and economics by researchers, faculty and graduate students from across western Canada. The second day offers a workshop based on invited presentations designed to provide in-depth training on a variety of topics emphasizing agronomy.
The Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists (SIA) and the Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) program recognize this event as a professional development opportunity.
March 17-18, 2026
Prairieland Park, Saskatoon, SK
The Soils and Crops Workshop began in 1965 and has been offered annually for over 60 years. The annual workshop is a two-day event presenting updates on current research being conducted in the areas of soils, crops, and economics by researchers, faculty, and graduate students from across Western Canada.
The second day offers a workshop based on invited presentations designed to provide in-depth training on a variety of topics emphasizing agronomy.

Conference Registration
Registration for the 2026 conference is now open.
Please use thelive link to register for the conference.
Please note: our registration provider is using a new registration system. The new system will require you to have a USask nsid number.

Cancellation Policy
Conference Registration Refund Policy: registration can be cancelled up to February 2, 2025, with a cancellation fee of $25.00 & gst. After February 2, 2025 no refund will be issued.

Canada's Farm Show
2026-03-17 09:00 - 2026-03-19 16:00 | Regina, 1700 Elphinstone Street, Regina, SK, Canada
This March, Canada’s Farm Show brings together the very best in agriculture — from cutting-edge equipment and innovative technology to expert insights and industry leaders — all in one place, just ahead of seeding season.
It’s your chance to explore the latest products, connect with other farmers, suppliers and industry professionals from across the country and the globe, and get inspired for the season ahead.
Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, business opportunities, or the newest innovations in ag, you’ll find it here at one of North America’s most influential agricultural events.
About the show

Deep Roots, Seeds of Success: A Century of Forage Genetic Innovation in Western Canada
2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:00
This talk provides an overview of 100 years of perennial forage breeding in Western Canada and its significance for livestock and forage systems. It will also discuss key challenges and outline emerging opportunities for innovation in the era of advanced technologies.
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Strategies for Reducing Calf Losses: Eastern Canadian Veterinary Insights Webinar
2026-03-18 17:00
Speakers: Dr. Lisa Freeze, Field Veterinarian Supervisor with Government of New Brunswick; Dr. Van Mitchell, Metzger Veterinary Services, and Dr. Lauren Wilson, Peterborough Veterinary Services
Are you struggling with calf losses? Join this 90-minute webinar where vets who work with operations like yours discuss what is actually working on the ground to help prevent the most common causes of calf losses. There will be plenty of time to answer your questions with the extended Q & A session.
Register here.

Water & Gender - Online
2026-03-19 10:30 - 11:30
In recognition of:

World Day for Glaciers (March 21)
World Water Day (March 22)
Register

Home Grown Research: SK AgriARM Network Update
2026-03-24 09:00 - 12:00
Join Saskatchewan Agriculture at 9:00am SK time on Tuesday March 24th to hear from research managers of the 8 Agri-ARM research sites across the province will delve into specific projects they are working on to improve best management practices for local producers in their region.
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Irrigation Saskatchewan Spring Stakeholder Meeting
2026-03-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Outlook, SK, Outlook, SK, Canada
This meeting aims to bring together Saskatchewan irrigation stakeholders at the beginning of the season, facilitating the sharing of information, building knowledge, and identifying solutions for potential challenges.
Irrigation Saskatchewan will host speakers from different agencies to present on relevant topics with time for questions. In addition, updates on Irrigation Saskatchewan activities will be presented.
Registration

Learn to Lead
2026-03-25 00:00 - 2026-03-27 00:00
Learn to Lead is a personal and professional development program to build leadership capacity among farmers and create future leaders for the agriculture industry. It is hosted by SaskOilseeds, and sponsored by SaskBarley and supporting crop commissions in Saskatchewan.
Applications are open to Saskatchewan registered producers (levy payers) from all crop commodities.
Deadline for applications is January 31, 2026.
Learn more.

Strategies for Reducing Calf Losses: Western Canadian Veterinary Insights Webinar
2026-03-25 19:00
Speakers: Dr. Allison Pylypjuk, Beausejour Animal Hospital; Dr. Katie Waine, University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, and additional speaker TBD
Are you struggling with calf losses? Join this 90-minute webinar where vets who work with operations like yours discuss what is actually working on the ground to help prevent the most common causes of calf losses. There will be plenty of time to answer your questions with the extended Q & A session.
Register here.

SIA - Orientation to Agrology Workshop - March 26 2026
2026-03-26 08:30 - 15:30 | Online Course
NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Please wait to register until you have been approved by the Admissions and Registration Committee and paid your licence fee!
Date: Thursday March 26, 2026
Time: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Location: Online Webinar
Cost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday March 24, 2026
Maximum – 10 participants
Webinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO
NOTE: The meeting link, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop.
This event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD.
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Webinar: Soil Sampling and Testing
2026-04-01 09:00 - 10:30
Join Saskatchewan Agriculture at 9:00am SK time on Tuesday March 24th to hear from Marla Riekman, Soil Management Specialist with Manitoba Agriculture will go through the fundamentals of soil testing, why it is important to your operation and how to interpret the results.
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Ag Drone Summit 2026
2026-04-07 08:00 - 17:00
Dates:
April 7–9, 2026
Location:
Camrose Regional Exhibition. 4250 Exhibition Dr, Camrose, AB T4V 4R4
Event Description:
The Ag Drone Summit is Western Canada’s premier three-day learning event focused on practical, field-ready applications of drone technology in agriculture. This conference brings together producers, agronomists, researchers, contractors, and regulators to explore how drones are being used today across crop production, vegetation management, and livestock operations. Attendees will participate in a combination of indoor sessions and live outdoor demonstrations, including real-world spray systems, remote sensing workflows, and operational planning.
Learning streams include:

Crops and remote sensing

Vegetation management
Livestock and ranch applications

The third day features in-depth workshops on topics such as spray quality, pesticide application, and data workflows.
Continuing Education:
Attendees can earn Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits, which are widely recognized and transferable toward continuing competency requirements for agrologists across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Why Attend:

Earn CCA credits in a hands-on environment
See real equipment and live field demos
Learn practical drone applications you can implement immediately
Connect with industry leaders and fellow ag professionals

Registration / More Info:
https://agdronesummit.com/

SAW SWEAP Event
2026-04-15 13:30 - 15:30
Join SAW to learn about programming updates for the Saskatchewan Watersheds Environmental Agriculture Program. This event is designed for agriculture professionals to receive key updates on changes to the SWEAP program for the 2026 Program Year including funding caps, program requirements and new BMP eligibility.
SWEAP Programming Update for Agriculture Professionals Tickets, Wednesday, Apr 15 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm CST | Eventbrite
Learn about 2026 SWEAP program updates for ag professionals, including BMP changes and updated funding caps.
Join us to learn about 2026 SWEAP program updates for ag professionals, including BMP changes and updated funding caps. We’ll cover nitrogen management, cover cropping, and rotational grazing BMP updates, along with general program updates, professional assessment forms, photo requirements, extension updates, and time for questions.

SIA - Orientation to Agrology Workshop - April 21 2026
2026-04-21 08:30 - 15:30 | Online Course
Register:

Have you been approved by the A and R Committee to become an agrologist and have you paid your fees? Join this workshop today!

NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Please wait to register until you have been approved by the Admissions and Registration Committee and paid your licence fee!
Date: Tuesday April 21, 2026
Time: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Location: Online Webinar
Cost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees.
Registration Deadline: Sunday April 19, 2026
Maximum – 10 participants
Webinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO
NOTE: The meeting link, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop.
This event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD.

Register:

Webinar: Monthly and Seasonal Forecasts
2026-04-21 11:00 - 12:00
Tuesday, April 21, 11:00 AM
Webinar: Monthly and Seasonal Forecasts

Join the Canadian Centre for Climate Services (CCCS), for a webinar on newly released Monthly and Seasonal Forecasts on ClimateData.ca on April 21, from 1:00 to 2:00pm Eastern! The session will be led by the CCCS and will include a Q&A period.
This session will:

Introduce seasonal to decadal (S2D) forecasts, including the types of forecasts available, how they’re used, and what they look like
Review how to access S2D forecasts on ClimateData.ca
Provide an overview of S2D client services and supports

In advance of the meeting, you can start exploring the recently launched seasonal forecasts, Learning Zone articles and blog post.

Register Here
Presenters (3)

Churchill,Callie (elle | she, her) (ECCC)
Physical Sciences Specialist|Spécialiste des sciences physiques

Dosser,Hayley (ECCC)
Physical Sciences Specialist |Spécialiste des Sciences Physiques

Pearson,Katie (ECCC)
Team Leader|Chef d’équipe

SIA - Yorkton Branch - Vaderstad Industries Inc Tour
2026-04-22 13:00 - 15:00
Register:
Join the SIA Yorkton Branch for a tour of Vaderstad Industries production facilities, followed by a presentation highlighting current production practices and the latest research developments.
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Cost: Free
Location: Vaderstad Industries Inc. – 2 miles N of Langbank on Hwy9
Maximum: 100 participants
Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026
This qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD.
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Invitation: April 22 Seminar on Sustainable Byproduct Upcycling
2026-04-22 15:00 - 16:00
You are invited to join us for an upcoming seminar in the College of AgBio exploring innovative approaches to food security and sustainable resource use:
Integrated Systems Approach for Sustainable Byproduct Upcycling
Dr. Nurhan Turgut Dunford
April 22, 3:00–4:00 PM
Agriculture Building 2E25
Dr. Turgut Dunford is the Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Food Security at the University of Guelph and a Professor in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering at Oklahoma State University (OSU). Her research focuses on addressing the dual global challenge of increasing food demand and managing agro‑industrial byproducts more sustainably.
In this seminar, Dr. Turgut Dunford will discuss how grain and oilseed byproducts, often rich in proteins, fibers, lipids, and bioactive compounds, can be upcycled using green, environmentally responsible processes. She will highlight examples from ongoing OSU research where low‑value byproducts are transformed into high‑value nutritional ingredients, functional foods, and industrial precursors. The presentation will demonstrate how engineering innovations can optimize nutrient recovery while reducing the environmental footprint of food production and contributing to a more circular bioeconomy.
Dr. Turgut Dunford will also share insights into the Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Food Security program and the collaborative research ecosystems at both the University of Guelph and Oklahoma State University.
We hope you will join us for this engaging and timely session.

Prairie Food Link April Mixer
2026-04-22 15:00 - 17:00
Prairie Food Link April Mixer:
Brewed Connections
with Great Western Brewing

April 22, 2026
Great Western Brewing, 519 2nd Ave N, Saskatoon, SK
3:00pm – 5:00pm | Light snacks and drinks | Q&A, Tours & Networking

Celebrate expansion and innovation with the Great Western team—featuring Q&A, behind-the-scenes tours, and member networking.
Alcohol will be served. Your safety is important to us, please plan a safe ride home.

Ticket $25+tax
Register Here
*Are you a Prairie Food Link Member?
Please contact Monica Pollard for a promo code
Prairie Food Link is industry led, with the support of Ag-West Bio

Qualified Person (QP) Saskatchewan Environment
2026-04-23 11:30 - 13:30
Are you looking to feel more confident in your qualified person (QP) duties for the
Saskatchewan Environmental Code? Join us for a free virtual learning session designed
specifically for QPs like you.
Halocarbon Control Chapter
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
April 23, 2026
· QP Requirements
· How do I become a QP
· Audit findings
For more information click here
How do I become a QP?
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
May 7, 2026
· Application process and requirements
· Who can become a QP
~ Impacted Sites
~ ISAQ EPPs
~ Waste Management
For more information click here

Water & Disasters Online
2026-04-23 12:30 - 13:30
Host

Jacob Alhassan
Assistant Prof. Community Health and Epidemiology
College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan

Guests

Anais Roque
John Hope Franklin Assistant Prof. of Environmental Social Sciences
Nicholas School of the Environment, Duke University
Rowena Dacsig
Policy Specialist
UN Women Myanmar
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SIA - Orientation to Agrology Workshop - Tuesday April 28, 2026
2026-04-28 08:30 - 15:30 | Online Course
Register:

Have you been approved to become an agrologist by the A & R committee and paid your license fee? Join the workshop today!

NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Please wait to register until you have been approved by the Admissions and Registration Committee and paid your licence fee!
Date: Tuesday April 28, 2026
Time: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Location: Online Webinar
Cost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees.
Registration Deadline: Sunday April 26, 2026
Maximum – 10 participants
Webinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO
NOTE: The meeting link, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop.
This event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD.

Register:

Weed Management Webinar Series: Forage Establishment
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for the final session of the four-part weed management webinar series focusing on problem weeds found in rangelands, pastures, and hay fields. Today’s webinar is focusing on weed management during forage establishment. The webinar is scheduled for 30 minutes with a question period to follow. Topics include information on invasive weeds, various control options, and S-CAP funding opportunities to help producers manage these weeds.
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Saskatchewan Agri-Value Forum Networking 2026
2026-04-30 08:00 - 2026-05-01 17:00 | Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel, 612 Spadina Crescent Saskatoon, SK, Saskatoon, Sk, S7K 3G9, Canada
Saskatchewan’s value-added agriculture sector is vibrant and growing. Approximately 300 companies and over 6,000 employees are powering the sector to exceeding the goal of $10 billion of value-added revenue by 2030! The Agri-Value Forum provides an annual opportunity for agri-value companies and entrepreneurs to gather together with each other, ecosystem agencies, and researchers to expand their knowledge, build their network, develop the tools and gain the resources needed to continue to growth and strengthen their business.
Registration Opens Soon!
Link to Website

SaskPolytech Applied Research Student Showcase
2026-05-04 08:00 - 17:00
May 4 | Saskatoon SK
Discover the innovative applied research projects Saskatchewan Polytechnic students have developed with industry partners or as independent endeavours, showcasing unique ideas that reflect their interests. Explore projects focused on real needs in Saskatchewan’s health care, mining and energy, agriculture, human resources, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and other industries.

Innovation takes centre stage as SaskPolytech students unveil cutting-edge projects shaping the future. Discover tomorrow’s solutions today!

Join us at the Sask Polytech Applied Research Student Showcase 2026, presented by Graham Group Ltd.
This showcase is more than an event; it’s a celebration of creativity, knowledge and the boundless potential of Sask Polytech students.
What to expect:
This is a come-and-go event.
Discover the innovative applied research projects our students have developed with industry partners or as independent endeavours, showcasing unique ideas that reflect their interests.
Explore projects focused on real needs in Saskatchewan’s health care, mining and energy, agriculture, human resources, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and other industries.
Connect with students, faculty, and industry partners who are at the forefront of innovation.
Be inspired by the dedication and innovation of our future leaders.
Students presenting are competing for 3rd, 2nd and 1st place prizes in each of the Applied Research streams:

Health & Social
Technology
Environment & Sustainability

And everyone presenting projects will compete for the People’s Choice Award. You can support your favourite project!
Special Guest Speaker from IBM, Kyle Sava (more details to come)
Agenda:
11:00 a.m. Doors open
11:15 a.m. Elder prayer followed by opening remarks by Dr. Larry Rosia
11:20 a.m. – 1 p.m. Students present applied research projects at their tables.
1 – 1:45 p.m. IBM Keynote, Kyle Sava
1:45 – 2:15 p.m. Students present applied research projects at their tables.
2:45 p.m. Showcase prize presentation.
3 p.m. Showcase wraps up
Presenting Sponsor: Graham Group Ltd.
For more information and updates, visit our website Applied Research Student Showcase (saskpolytech.ca) or contact us at Applied.Research@saskpolytech.ca.

Register Here

14th Prairie Conservation and Endangered Species Conference
2026-05-05 00:00 - 2026-05-07 00:00 | TCU Place, 35 – 22 Street E., Saskatoon, SK, 35 - 22nd St. E., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
The 14th Prairie Conservation and Endangered Species Conference will be a forum to discuss the latest issues, information, research and trends in the conservation of prairie landscapes, species, and species at risk. The conference is held every three years in a Canadian Prairie Province.
Click to register.

13th Canadian Pulse Research Workshop
2026-11-15 15:30 - 2026-11-18 16:00 | Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel, 612 Spadina Crescent Saskatoon, SK, Saskatoon, Sk, S7K 3G9, Canada
Join us for this biennial gathering, where pulse researchers and industry stakeholders from across Canada converge to propel the pulse sector forward. From sharing cutting-edge research to forging new collaborations, CPRW is a cornerstone event dedicated to advancing pulse crop innovation.
Date: November 15-18, 2026
Registration: Click here
Building on the success of our last workshop in Windsor, Ontario, the 13th CPRW will delve into pivotal themes such as:

Breeding and genomics of pulses

Sustainability in pulse-diversified cropping systems

Weed and disease management in pulse crops

Processing and application of pulses

Health benefits of pulse consumption

AI applications in pulse research and processing
