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SUMMARY:SIA Orientation to Agrology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newly licensed agrologist? Register today for the Orientation to Agrology Workshop \nPLEASE NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Applications sent in do not count as licensed\, please wait to register! \nDate: Thursday\, July 24\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Online Webinar \nCost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees. \nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, July 22\, 2025 \nMaximum – 10 participants \nWebinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO \nNOTE: The meeting link\, ID and password will be sent to you via email. \nRefund Policy; Refunds up to 7 days before event \nRegister: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-orientation-to-agrology-workshop-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250724T130000
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SUMMARY:SIA Yorkton Branch - Agri-ARM 2025 Crop Plot Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the SIA Yorkton Branch for the Agri-ARM 2025 Crop Plot Tour at the East Central Research Foundation(E.C.R.F) Farm on July 24\, 2025 at 9:30 am. The tour will include presentations from Mike Hall PAg\, Research Manager with E.C.R.F Ltd.\, Olivia Kennedy AAg\, Agronomist with Grain Millers Inc.\, and Warren Ward PAg\, Agronomy Specialist\, with the Canola Council of Canada. \nDate: July 24\, 2025 \nRegistration: 9:00 am \nTour: 9:30 am \nLocation: Farm is located 1/2 mile South of Yorkton on Gladstone/York Lake Rd. \nRegister here\nRegistration deadline: July 23\, 2025 \nCost: No Charge \nLunch will be served following the tour. \nThis activity counts as both a branch activity for articilng milestones and CPD.
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-yorkton-branch-agri-arm-2025-crop-plot-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250729T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250729T000000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
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SUMMARY:Field Day\, July 29th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Learning Centre \nOur annual Field Day will be held Tuesday\, July 29th at the CLC. Join us to see research in action! \nDetails and registration information to follow.
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/field-day-july-29th-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250702T195206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T195946Z
UID:239167-1754467200-1754506800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:2025 Saskatchewan Pasture Tour
DESCRIPTION:22nd Annual Sask Pasture Tour \nDate: Wednesday\, August 6th\, 2025 \nTime: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm (Supper to follow) \nCost: $80.00/person\, $25.00/person (producer rate) \nLocation: Meet at:\n1) Innovation Plex in Swift Current\, 2001 Chaplin St E\n7:30am meet\, bus departs at 8am sharp\n2) Val Marie Hall\n    9:00am – bus departs at 9:30am sharp\n \nTo Register: \nClick the link below to register today.\nRegister Here:  \n– www.saskforage.ca\n– office@saskforage.ca\n– 306.552.7087 \nDeadline for registration is July 30th\, 2025 \nNew this year: Sask Pasture Tour fee is reduced to $25 for all producers!
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/2025-saskatchewan-pasture-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250807T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250717T162303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T173929Z
UID:239188-1754578800-1754584200@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA Regina Branch Bennett Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the SIA Regina Branch for a tour of the Bennett Farm on Thursday\, August 7\, 2025\, at 3:00 pm. \nThe Bennett Farm is a research and demonstration farm that was established in 2016 east of Regina to provide Richardson International the opportunity to showcase their agricultural expertise to customers\, employees and partners in the community. \nLocation: SE 31 16 18 W2\, Five kilometers east of Regina on Hwy 33 \nCost: No Charge \nDeadline to register: August 6\, 2025 \nAttendance: Maximum 30 people \nThe activity counts as both a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD. \nRegister: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-regina-branch-bennett-farm-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250814T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250814T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250718T162819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T125415Z
UID:239190-1755160200-1755185400@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA Orientation to Agrology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Applications sent in do not count as licensed\, please wait to register! \nDate: Thursday\, August 14\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Online Webinar \nCost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees. \nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, August 12\, 2025 \nMaximum – 10 participants \nWebinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO \nNOTE: The meeting link\, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop \nRegister: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-orientation-to-agrology-workshop-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250903T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250814T125307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T200215Z
UID:239210-1756888200-1756913400@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA Orientation to Agrology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Applications sent in do not count as licensed\, please wait to register! \nDate: Wednesday\, September 3\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Online Webinar \nCost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees. \nRegister here \nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, September 1\, 2025 \nMaximum – 10 participants \nWebinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO \nNOTE: The meeting link\, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-orientation-to-agrology-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250724T203751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T203751Z
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SUMMARY:SIA Southwest Branch Activity - Two Sisters Flower Company in Wymark \, SK
DESCRIPTION:The SIA Southwest Branch is pleased to invite you on a tour of the Two Sisters Flower Company on Monday\, September 8\, at 6:30 pm. The tour will be held in Wymark\, SK. and will be followed by a make your own flower bouquet class. \nCost: $40.00 per person \nMaximum 30 participants \nRegistration Deadline: September 5\, 2025 \nAbout Two Sisters Flower Company: Alissa and Lindsay Funk\, sister-in-laws who really like to grow flowers\, started Two Sisters Flower Co. in Southwestern Saskatchewan 4 years ago\, with little more than a plot of dirt and a whole lot of dreams. You will learn about their flower varieties\, gardening practises\, weed control\, and fertilizing. \nDirections: From Wymark\, SK turn left on Bigford Ave.\, turn right on the second driveway. On the right there is a white barn\, follow the signs for parking. \nGet Tickets:
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-southwest-branch-activity-two-sisters-flower-company-in-wymark-sk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250918T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T160806Z
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SUMMARY:SIA - Saskatoon Branch - POS Biosciences Facilities Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the SIA Saskatoon Branch for a tour of the POS Biosciences Facilities on Thursday\, September 18\, 2025\, at 1:30pm. Thushan S. Withana-Gamage\, Ph.D.\, Principal Scientist\, Innovation and Technology of POS will lead the tour. \nCost: FREE \nCapacity: limit 10 agrologists \nRegistration deadline: September 16\, 2025 \nLocation: POS Biosciences Facilities 118 Veterinary Rd\, Saskatoon \nPOS Biosciences Facilities description: For over four decades\, POS (Proteins\, Oils\, and Starches) Biosciences has been at the forefront of innovation across the food\, nutraceutical\, cosmetics\, and bio-product industries. As the original pioneer in canola oil research and ingredient development\, POS Biosciences operates 11 laboratories and six pilot plant facilities dedicated to oil processing\, concentration\, and molecular distillation. The company specializes in value-added\, plant-based bioprocessing of oils and proteins\, driving advancements that support a more sustainable and functional future. \nImportant Note – Dress Code: Legs and ankles must be fully covered when entering production area. \nPlease DO NOT wear jewelry (including watches\, fitness trackers\, necklaces\, earrings\, rings\, body piercing)\, neck ties\, or scarves. \nNail polish or false nails are not permitted in the production area. \nThis event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD. \nRegister: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-saskatoon-branch-pos-biosciences-facilities-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T164559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T164559Z
UID:239243-1758538800-1758546000@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Taste of Innovation - 2025 Global Biotech Week Saskatchewan
DESCRIPTION:Global Biotech Week Saskatchewan  \nRoots & Resilience: Bridging Land\, Science\, and Story Through Food and Tradition \nJoin us for a special lunch to celebrate Saskatchewan food and ingredient innovation!  \nDate: September 22\, 2025\nTime: 11:00am – 1:00 pm\nLocation: Boffins Event Centre\, Innovation Saskatchewan R+T Park Saskatoon | 11:00am – 1:00pm \n\nAg-West Bio & Prairie Food Link are hosting the Kick-Off Lunch event\, Taste of Innovation @ Boffins Event Centre!  \nJoin Alicia (Ally) Hrbachek\, owner and creator of Ally’s Creeative Bake Shop and The Creeative Foundation\, for her bite-sized workshop that invites participants to explore food\, culture\, and science through storytelling. Following her workshop\, a guided Q&A will bring together perspectives on Indigenous culture\, agriculture\, and science. Showing how these threads weave into a shared narrative. Guided Q&A Moderated by Noelle Chorney\, Communications Director\, Ag-West Bio. \nThe event will include a delicious buffet style lunch prepared by Chef Devereaux Gatin\, owner of Café Del Rey\, featuring locally sourced ingredients with contributions from Prairie Food Link members. \nWhat to Expect: \n– Workshop led by Alicia (Ally) Hrbachek\, Owner and Creator of Ally’s Creeative Bake Shop\n–  Guided Q&A session\n– Delicious buffet lunch by Chef Devereaux Gatin\, Cafe Del Rey \n\nTickets: $10+Tax\nIncludes food and beverages! \nFor any questions\, please contact shae.zwozdesky@agwest.sk.ca  \nRegister:
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/taste-of-innovation-2025-global-biotech-week-saskatchewan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250916T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T153021Z
UID:239299-1758614400-1758646800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:FCC Food and Beverage Summit
DESCRIPTION:Calling all foodies: Saskatoon hosts FCC Food and Beverage Summit September 23. \nSaskatoon is known for its high-calibre food scene\, so it’s no surprise it’s hosting this year’s FCC Food and Beverage Summit. \nYou’re invited to come experience the newest ideas and innovations in Canadian food and beverage on Tuesday\, September 23 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Samples included! There will be 35 food and beverage vendors exhibiting their products to over 300 attendees\, including buyers and distributors. \nGet a sneak peek at what could be the next food and beverage trends to hit grocery store shelves in Canada. The FCC Food and Beverage Summit brings together the top Canadian minds behind the businesses and ideas that affect everyone from producers and distributers to sellers and consumers. \nFCC is excited to welcome Danni Peirce\, EVP & Chief Sourcing Officer\, Loblaw Companies Limited to this year’s summit. See a speaker you want to interview? Contact us at the email below to pre-book an interview. \nDate:          September 23\, 2025\nLocation:   Prairieland Park\, 503 Ruth Street West Saskatoon\, SK\nTime:          8:00 am – 5:00 pm CST \nAbout FCC\nFCC is proud to be 100 per cent invested in Canadian agriculture and food. The organization’s employees are committed to the long-standing success of those who produce and process Canadian food. FCC provides flexible financing and capital solutions\, while creating value through data\, knowledge\, relationships and expertise. FCC offers a complement of financial and non-financial products and services designed to support the complex and evolving needs of the industry. As a commercial Crown corporation\, FCC is a stable partner that reinvests profits back into the industry and communities it serves. For more information\, visit fcc.ca. \nFor more information or interviews\, please contact: \nÉva Larouche \nFCC Media Relations \n1-888-780-6647 \neva.larouche@fcc.ca
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/fcc-food-and-beverage-summit/
LOCATION:Prairieland Park\, Saskatoon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T165440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T165440Z
UID:239245-1758621600-1758628800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:From Design to Data: Leveraging Automation for Engineering Biology - Global Biotech Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person or online and explore how lab automation and engineering biology at GIFS are transforming R&D workflows. \nDate: Tuesday September 23\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: Candle Span Room\, The Atrium\, Innovation Place\n111 Research Drive\, Saskatoon\, SK S7N 3Rs \nThe latest digital tools for engineering biology can generate millions of predictions about proteins\, microbes\, and cells in minutes.\nTurning those predictions into real-world solutions\, however\, requires the ability to build and precisely test living systems at a massive scale.\nThat’s where GIFS comes in. \nJoin the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan on Sept. 23 for an exclusive look inside Canada’s first biofoundry built to advance agriculture and food innovation.\nAt this hybrid seminar\, you’ll have opportunities to:\n – Learn how biology\, lab automation\, and machine learning are enabling high-throughput workflows to scale and accelerate innovative research and development.\n – Explore the leading-edge technologies and technical services GIFS has established to support strain engineering\, cell growth and phenotyping\, and comprehensive proteomics and metabolomics.\n – Apply for a discount of up to $5\,000 on strain engineering and DNA assembly services. Details and eligibility will be shared with all attendees. \nJoining us in-person? Sign up for a complimentary lunch and tour of our nearby facility following the seminar. \nQuestions? Contact communciations@gifs.ca. \nBy Global Institute for Food Security \nRegistration: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/from-design-to-data-leveraging-automation-for-engineering-biology-global-biotech-week-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250819T211222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T211222Z
UID:239215-1758639600-1758643200@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SustainaBILLity: The economics of sustainable agriculture - Advancements in Agricultural Research Seminar Series -
DESCRIPTION:September 23\, 2025 \nSignalling sustainability: consumers\, supply chains\, and certifications\nDr. Jill Hobbs\, distinguished professor\, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics \nThis talk will explore consumer responses to sustainability labelling and certification in food markets\, and the implications for agri-food supply chains. \nThis seminar is presented in collaboration with Global Biotech Week. \nRegister here: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sustainabillity-the-economics-of-sustainable-agriculture-advancements-in-agricultural-research-seminar-series/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T172411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T172411Z
UID:239248-1758655800-1758661200@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Cafe Scientifique - "Sick To Your Stomach? Battling the Bugs of Foodborne Illnesses".
DESCRIPTION:Ever met E. coli? Café Sci-YXE & Global Biotech Week – Saskatchewan invite you to join Dr. Kaidi Wang (Food & Bioproduct Sciences\, USask) for “Sick To Your Stomach? Battling the Bugs of Foodborne Illnesses”. Kaidi will share the latest science on foodborne microbes\, how they get us sick\, & how biotech research is helping to keep our food supply chain safe & sustainable. FREE! *Everyone* 19+ Welcome! Winston’s English Pub (downstairs). University of Saskatchewan Ag-West Bio \nDate: Tuesday September 23\, 2025\nTime:  7:30PM\nLocation: Winston’s English Pub (downstairs) \nMore Information: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/cafe-scientifique-sick-to-your-stomach-battling-the-bugs-of-foodborne-illnesses/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250729T204542Z
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UID:239197-1758672000-1758758399@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:USask Agriculture Research Day
DESCRIPTION:Please save the date of Wednesday\, September 24\, 2025 for the annual USask Agriculture Research Day\, presented by the College of Agriculture and Bioresources and the USask Agriculture Signature Area. \nSupporting the coordinated and interdisciplinary efforts needed to feed the world\, USask’s Agriculture Signature Area of Research is addressing issues of food security\, production efficiencies\, sustainable practices\, animal science\, and policy in the face of a changing climate and a growing global population. The intersection of these challenges calls for coordinated\, innovative and swift responses that address the priorities and needs of farmers\, industry partners\, governments and consumers. To be what the world needs\, USask researchers are discovering\, growing and evolving the agricultural products and practices of tomorrow. \nUSask Agriculture Research Day is an annual event which brings together students\, staff\, and researchers to discuss research broadly related to agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan. Posters are displayed throughout the second-floor Agriculture Building walkway and through the tunnel toward the Collaborative Science Research Building (CSRB). \nAll are welcome to present a poster and participate in the day’s activities. Please note that final data analyses are not required in order to participate. We welcome students to present proposed research as well as preliminary findings! Students are also invited to participate in the competition for best poster and best presentation for cash prizes. \nDate: Wed Sept 24th\, 2025\nLocation: 2nd Floor Walkway\, Agriculture Building \nClick here to register your poster!
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/usask-agriculture-research-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T173907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T173907Z
UID:239253-1758715200-1758718800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Tapped In: How Brewers and Biotech are Reading the Room
DESCRIPTION:Join Cassy Appelt from 9 Mile Legacy for this webinar! \nShifting consumer tastes are pushing beer makers\, food innovators\, and biotech alike to rethink what we make and why. This webinar takes a wide-angle look at how fermentation is being reimagined in response to demands for healthier\, more sustainable\, and more intentional products. We’ll talk beer (of course)\, but also peek beyond the pint glass into how microbes are quietly shaping the future of food and drink in Canada. Bring your curiosity—and maybe a snack. \nDate: Wednesday September 24\, 2025\nTime: 12:00pm – 1:00pm\nLocation: Online via Zoom \nRegister:  \n\n\nThis is a ONLINE webinar – A Zoom link for the webinar will be sent to you in the confirmation email & in a reminder email that will be sent the day before the event. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact shae.zwozdesky@agwest.sk.ca \n\n\nEvent host:\n9 Mile Legacy Brewing \n​Supported by:\nInnovation Saskatchewan\nSaskatchewan Trade and Export Development\n​Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/tapped-in-how-brewers-and-biotech-are-reading-the-room/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250924T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250925T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T173214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T173214Z
UID:239250-1758727800-1758817800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Light Source Tours - Global Biotech Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t toured the Canadian Light Source\, it’s a must see – and it’s open for public tours! \n​The CLS is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history – and it’s right here in Saskatoon!\n​\n​What is a synchrotron?\n​”A synchrotron light source produces extremely bright light by using powerful magnets and radio frequency waves to accelerate electrons to nearly the speed of light. This infra-red\, ultraviolet and X-ray light is shone down beamlines to experimental stations where scientists can select different parts of the spectrum to “see” the microscopic nature of matter\, right down to the level of the atom.” LEARN MORE \n \n\nTour Dates:\n – Wednesday\, September 24 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n – Thursday\, September 25 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n \nLocation: Canadian Light Source\n44 Innovation Blvd\, Saskatoon\, SK S7N 2V3 \n*Max. 20 guests per tour* *\nRegistration is required. \nRegistration:  \n\nFor any questions\, please contact shae.zwozdesky@agwest.sk.ca \nEvent host:\n​Canadian Light Source \n​Supported by:\nInnovation Saskatchewan\nSaskatchewan Trade and Export Development
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/canadian-light-source-tours-global-biotech-week-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T174206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T174206Z
UID:239257-1758733200-1758740400@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Biotech in the Market
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 24\nDoors open 4:30 pm | Program begins 5:00 pm \nGather Local Market\, 414 Avenue B S\, Saskatoon\, SK \n\nCome sip\, snack\, and science with us @ Gather Local Market! \n \nJoin us for an evening of biotech trivia with a focus on brewing and distilling some of our favourite beverages. Sample beer\, cider and spirits from local brewers and distillers while learning about the science behind fermentation and distillation. Enjoy food from market vendors — and if you’re a trivia whiz\, you may come home with a prize! \n​Registration is required. Must be 19+ to attend \n\n\nTickets: $25+Tax \nTicket includes: beer & spirit samples\, and a $10 voucher for food from Gather Local Market. \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact shae.zwozdesky@agwest.sk.ca \nRegister:  \n\nEvent host:\nAg-West Bio \n​Supported by:\nInnovation Saskatchewan\nSaskatchewan Trade and Export Development\n​​CropLife Canada\nFarm and Food Care Saskatchewan\n​SaskTel
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/biotech-in-the-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250909T175304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T175304Z
UID:239259-1758805200-1758816000@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Sneak Peek of the Food Centre's Fermentation and Bioengineering Facility
DESCRIPTION:🔬 Innovation Meets Fermentation—Right Here in Saskatchewan \nThe Food Centre’s Fermentation & Bioengineering (FAB) team is reshaping how we think about food and agriculture. From precision fermentation to probiotic-packed beverages and sustainable bioproducts\, we’re unlocking nutrition from local pulses\, oilseeds\, and cereals—and putting it to work. \nJoin us as we celebrate Global Biotech week and give you a glimpse of what is happening in our Advanced Food Ingredients Centre. \nHighlights: \n\nCutting-edge advancements in prebiotics\, probiotics & postbiotics\nSustainable solutions like biofertilizers & biocontrol agents\nValorizing agri-food feedstocks into high-value ingredients\nLive demonstrations + guided facility tours + yummy treats\n\nWhether you’re in food science\, agriculture\, or biotech\, this is a unique opportunity to connect\, learn\, and explore. \nThe Food Centre is offering 2 timeslots to choose from on Thursday September 25\, 2025 \n\n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\n2:30 pm – 3:30 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Agri-Food Innovation Centre\, 2335 Schuyler Street Saskatoon\, SK S7M 5V1 \nRegister: 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sneak-peek-of-the-food-centres-fermentation-and-bioengineering-facility/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250926T142942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T142942Z
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SUMMARY:Infographic and Poster Showcase Invitation to Students and Academics
DESCRIPTION:Showcase your expertise and research!\nInfographic and Poster Showcase Invitation to Students and Academics \nSubmit your Poster – more information:  \nDeadline to submit your poster: November 1\, 2025 \nThe Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) is hosting a scientific poster showcase in conjunction with the 2025 16th annual CFGA conference\, Nov. 18 to 21\, 2025\, in Fredericton\, New Brunswick. \nThe CFGA provides a national voice for all Canadians who produce hay and forage products and for those whose production is dependent upon forage and grassland production. \nThis opportunity is open to eligible research\, English or French\, which may be of interest to CFGA members. Details about submitting a poster or infographic are attached. \nContact the CFGA at info@canadianfga.ca by Nov. 1\, 2025\, to express interest in submitting a poster or infographic for the CFGA’s 16th Annual Conference. \nFull details about the conference can be found on the CFGA website. \nWho: Graduate and undergraduate students and academics involved in agriculture\, science or social science\, with an interest or potential interest in forage and grasslands.\nThe students and academics must have conducted the research or come up with the proposed concept as presented in the poster or infographic. Students are eligible to submit for 12 months after the month of graduation. Research should have been conducted over the past year on forages and grasslands.\nHaven’t completed your research? That’s ok\, tell us about your research concept. \nWhat: A poster and infographic showcase at the 15th annual Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) 2025 conference in Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, Nov. 18 to 21\, 2025. The conference will include activities where students and academics can connect with government and academic scientists and extension personnel. Hear the latest forage research as well as the research and extension needs of the forage industry. \nWhen: Nov. 18 to 21\, 2025\, during the CFGA’s 15th Annual Conference.\nAn excellent student rate is offered for the conference. We encourage you to attend. Registration is available here. \nWhere: Crowne Plaza Fredericton-Lord Beaverbrook\, an IHG Hotel\, 659 Queen St\, Fredericton\, NB E3B 1C4. \nHow: Contact the CFGA at info@canadianfga.ca by Nov. 1\, 2025\, to express interest in submitting a poster or infographic for the CFGA’s 16th Annual Conference. \nMore information: For more information on the showcase\, contact Trudy Kelly Forsythe at info@canadianfga.ca.
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/infographic-and-poster-showcase-invitation-to-students-and-academics/
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Forage & Grassland Association":MAILTO:communications@canadianfga.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250918T165706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T165933Z
UID:239306-1758981600-1758988800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA Saskatoon Branch - Ethnobotany Tour - Wanuskewin Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:The SIA Saskatoon Branch is pleased to invite you on an Ethnobotany Tour at Wanuskewin Heritage Park on Saturday September 27\, 2025 at 2:00pm. \nCost: $15.00 \nRegistration \nMaximum 30 participants \nRegistration Deadline: Thursday September 25\, 2025 \nAbout the tour: Learn about the medicinal and edible plants in the opimihaw Valley that Indigenous peoples use for sustenance\, shelter\, and tools from Sandra Walker\, ethnobotanist and educator. \nDirections: Within 5 minutes of downtown Saskatoon on Hwy 11; follow the Buffalo signs or take Warman Rd (Wanuskewin Rd) North of Saskatoon and follow the Buffalo signs.\n4 Penner Road Saskatoon\, SK S7K 3J7 \nParking fee: $5.00 to be paid on site. \nThis event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD. \n 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-saskatoon-branch-ethnobotany-tour-wanuskewin-heritage-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251002T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251002T131500
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250916T151713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T151713Z
UID:239296-1759404600-1759410900@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Environment and Climate Change Canada's Food Waste Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Food Waste Webinar\nSign in\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nEnvironment and Climate Change Canada’s Food Waste Webinar | Environnement et Changement climatique Canada – Webinaire sur le gaspillage alimentaire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\nLe français suit \nSession 1: Household Food Waste Prevention \nOctober 2\, 2025 | 1:30-3:15 PM EST \nEnvironment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is pleased to launch a webinar series to showcase the Waste Reduction and Management Division’s Grant and Contribution funding recipients whose projects focus on food waste prevention and diversion. These sessions are designed to provide professionals and practitioners a convenient and accessible learning platform to stay up-to-date with the latest research\, resources and best practices from across Canada. The information shared is intended to help strengthen collective efforts to minimize food and other organic waste disposal in Canadian landfills. \nThe first webinar is focusing on household food waste prevention. During this session\, we’ll hear from ECCC funding recipients\, the Regional Municipality of York and the National Zero Waste Council\, as well as their project partners\, on the objectives and outcomes of their projects. \nJoin our speakers at this virtual event as they present emerging and innovative practices and research focusing on the prevention of household food waste. \n  \nSéance 1 : Prévention du gaspillage alimentaire des ménages \n2 octobre 2025 | de 13 h 30 à 15 h 15 (HE) \nEnvironnement et Changement climatique Canada (ECCC) est heureux de lancer une série de webinaires afin de présenter les bénéficiaires de subventions et contributions accordées par la Division de la réduction et de la gestion des déchets dans le cadre de projets axés sur la prévention et le détournement des déchets alimentaires. \nCes séances sont conçues pour offrir aux professionnels et aux praticiens une plateforme d’apprentissage pratique et accessible qui leur permettra de se tenir au courant des plus récentes recherches\, ressources et pratiques exemplaires à l’échelle du Canada. L’information partagée vise à renforcer les efforts collectifs pour réduire au minimum l’élimination des aliments et des autres déchets organiques dans les lieux d’enfouissement canadiens. \nLe premier webinaire porte sur la prévention du gaspillage alimentaire dans les ménages. Au cours de cette séance\, nous entendrons les bénéficiaires du financement d’ECCC\, la municipalité régionale de York\, le Conseil national zéro déchet ainsi que leurs partenaires de projets nous parler des objectifs et des résultats de leurs projets. \nJoignez-vous à nos conférenciers au cours de cet événement virtuel où ils présenteront des pratiques et des recherches émergentes et novatrices axées sur la prévention du gaspillage alimentaire dans les ménages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\nThu\, Oct 02\n\n\n11:30 AM – 1:15 PM CST\n\n\n\nOnline event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/environment-and-climate-change-canadas-food-waste-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20251018T191338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T191338Z
UID:239365-1759737600-1760461200@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Humboldt livestock producers\, save the date!
DESCRIPTION:Sign up today to have your operation visited by the Humboldt region’s livestock and feed extension specialist for feed sample collection. \nOperations will be visited in October and November. \nLocation: Humboldt Region\nTo Register:\n            Call: 306-682-6701\n            Email: rikki.wilson@gov.sk.ca \nDeadline to register is October 14\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ministry of Agriculture’s Humboldt Regional Services office is working to make feed testing more accessible to livestock producers in the region. Don’t miss our upcoming feed testing tour! Sign up today to have your regional livestock and feed extension specialist visit your operation this fall to assist with feed sample collection\, test selection\, analysis interpretation and one-on-one ration development. \n\n\n\n\nWe’re Here to Help… \nYou can submit feed and water samples anytime through your local regional office or at participating Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation offices. \nFor more information or to register\, please contact the Humboldt Regional Services office at 306-682-6701. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHumboldt Regional Office \n2414 Westwood Drive\, Humboldt\n306-682-6701
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/humboldt-livestock-producers-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251007T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250819T211555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T211555Z
UID:239217-1759849200-1759852800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Making ranch records work - Advancements in Agricultural Research Series
DESCRIPTION:October 7\, 2025 \nMaking ranch records work: Tracking the right numbers for a more sustainable operation\nDr. Eric Micheels\, Associate Professor\, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics \nRegister Here:
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/making-ranch-records-work-advancements-in-agricultural-research-series/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250923T221348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T221348Z
UID:239311-1760428800-1761843600@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Assiniboine College - 10-week course - Prairie Trusted Advisor Partnership (TAP)
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nThe Canadian Prairies Trusted Advisor Partnership (CP TAP) equips agronomists\, industry leaders\, and other agriculture industry professionals with advanced knowledge in soil health management science and practice. The course is designed to address the unique crop production challenges of the Canadian Prairies. Topics include zone-based management\, intercropping and cover cropping\, fertility management\, weed management\, integrating livestock and grain crop production\, and agronomic consulting. Through an Internet-based peer network\, participants will have access to agronomy expertise long after the course has concluded. \nThe training is Internet-based and provides flexibility to agronomists and others seeking to bolster their skills and knowledge. The course will count towards Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification and provincial agrology licensing requirements. Participants will also receive a certificate of completion to document their training. \nThe training is offered in partnership with Sustainable Food Lab\, Nature United\, and industry partners. Canadian Prairies TAP is built on the Northern Plains TAP model and its curriculum has been adapted to the Canadian Prairies. \n\n\nLength: 10 weeks\n\n\nProgram Start: October 14\, 2025\n\n\nCredential: Course/Workshop/Seminar\n\n\nCredits: 15\n\n\nCourse Load: Part-time\n\n\n\n\nAgriculture Extension: 204.725.8700 ext 6716\n\n\nagextension@assiniboine.net\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Online
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/assiniboine-college-10-week-course-prairie-trusted-advisor-partnership-tap/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250819T211756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T211756Z
UID:239219-1760454000-1760457600@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Dr Tristan Skolrud - Advancements in Agricultural Research Series
DESCRIPTION:October 14\, 2025 \nDr. Tristan Skolrud\, Associate professor\, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics \nRegister Here! 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/dr-tristan-skolrud-advancements-in-agricultural-research-series/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250918T172231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T172231Z
UID:239309-1761040800-1761058800@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Irrigation Saskatchewan Fall Stakeholder meeting
DESCRIPTION:Irrigation Saskatchewan Fall Stakeholder meeting  This Stakeholder Meeting session is open to everyone. \nRegistration is free\, but required.\n Lunch will be provided.\n\nDate: October 21st 2025. \nTime: 10 am – 3:00 (Lunch will be provided) \nLocation: Outlook Civic Centre\, 520 Semple Street\, Outlook\, SK S0L 2N0 \nTickets:
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/irrigation-saskatchewan-fall-stakeholder-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250819T212032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T212032Z
UID:239221-1761058800-1761062400@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:Finding balance: Sustainability of Cow-Calf Production in Saskatchewan - Advancements in Agricultural Research
DESCRIPTION:October 21\, 2025 \nFinding balance: Sustainability of Cow-Calf Production in Saskatchewan\nKathy Larson\, Professional research associate and Ministry of Agriculture Strategic Research Program agricultural economist\, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics \nThis talk will touch on the economic sustainability of cow-calf operations and share results from the financial analysis of practices with soil health or sustainability claims. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/finding-balance-sustainability-of-cow-calf-production-in-saskatchewan-advancements-in-agricultural-research/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250924T212753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213409Z
UID:239320-1761121800-1761145200@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA - Orientation to Agrology Workshop - October 22\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Only licensed agrologists qualify to participate in the workshop. Applications sent in do not count as licensed\, please wait to register! \nDate: Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025 \nTime: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm \nLocation: Online Webinar \nCost: $208.95 (includes GST) Note: Price does not include processing fees. \nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, October 20\, 2025 \nMaximum – 10 participants \nWebinar Requirements – MUST CONNECT WITH AUDIO & VIDEO \nNOTE: The meeting link\, ID and password will be sent to you via email the day before the workshop. \nRegistration Deadline: Monday October 20\, 2025 \nRegistration
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-orientation-to-agrology-workshop-october-22-2025/
LOCATION:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112435
CREATED:20250925T210405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T212613Z
UID:239324-1761645600-1761660000@sia.sk.ca
SUMMARY:SIA Northeast Branch Activity -  Bourgault Facility Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the SIA NE Branch for a tour of Bourgault Facilities on Tuesday\, October 28\, 2025 from 10:00am at Bourgault Industry Headquarters\, 500 HWY #368N St. Brieux\, SK. \nCost: No Charge \nRegistration  \nLunch will be provided\, sponsored by Bourgault Industries. \nRegistration Deadline: October 26\, 2025 \nMaximum number of participants: 25 \nAbout the Presenter: Curtis de Gooijer PAg\, CCA is the Agronomy Team Lead at Bourgault Industries Ltd. in St. Brieux\, Saskatchewan. As a Professional Agrologist (PAg) and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)\, he helps to lead Bourgault’s 2\,500-acre research and commercial farm. Curtis oversees agronomy trials\, fertilizer placement studies\, and large-scale equipment testing to evaluate how seeding systems perform under real-world conditions. His work integrates producer challenges into Bourgault’s research\, helping refine equipment design and agronomic recommendations. Each year\, these trials provide valuable insights internally and externally for Bourgault employees\, farmers and agronomists on how to maximize the performance of Bourgault equipment. \nThis event qualifies as a branch activity for articling milestones and as CPD \n 
URL:https://sia.sk.ca/event-calendar/sia-northeast-branch-bourgault-facility-tour/
LOCATION:Bourgault Industries\, St. Brieux\, SK
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