Company Overview: APAS (Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan) is a leading agricultural organization dedicated to promoting the interests and growth of the agricultural sector. Our mission is to empower farmers and agricultural producers through advocacy, support, and innovative solutions. As we continue to expand our digital footprint, we are looking for a passionate Digital…

August 7, 2024 (Regina, SK) – Applications are open until Aug. 31 for the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan's (APAS) Young Leaders program. The APAS Young Leaders program (AYL) offers Saskatchewan producers aged 18-40 an opportunity to learn about farm policy development and lobbying in an engaging and supportive environment, from the grassroots of the industry all the…

October 3, 2023 (Regina, SK) – Leaders from four farm groups representing the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS), SaskCanola, Sask Wheat and SaskBarley have penned a letter to Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Minister, urging the Government of Saskatchewan to conduct a thorough risk assessment concerning the proposed merger of Bunge and Viterra, currently under…

July 28, 2023 (Regina, SK) – The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is pleased to see the reversal of the Canadian Grain Commission’s (CGC) decision to harmonize primary and export grading standards for certain wheat classes. “This is good news for wheat producers,” APAS President Ian Boxall said. “Higher grading standards for test weight and…

June 4, 2023 (Regina, SK) – The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is proud toonce again offer the APAS Young Leaders (AYL) program, presented by Farm Credit Canada (FCC). Formerly known as the Youth Leadership and Mentorship Program, AYL offers producers in Saskatchewanbetween the ages of 18 and 40 the opportunity to experience and learn about farm policy from…

April 25, 2023 (Regina, SK) – The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is calling on both the federal government and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) to reach a mutual agreement quickly to avoid further supply-chain disruptions. APAS recently submitted a letter to Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Marie-Claude Bibeau to address the concerns over…

April 3, 2023 (Regina, SK) – On April 1, the federal carbon tax increased to $65/tonne, the first year of an accelerated price on carbon that continues rising by $15 per tonne Carbon dioxide equivalent until it reaches $170 by 2030. The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is highlighting the disproportionate impact the carbon tax pricing system is having on…

March 14, 2023 (Regina, SK) – In response to requests from Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) members over the past year, APAS is hosting a Livestock Summit at the Saskatoon Inn on April 5 to bring together academics, producers, and industry to help identify solutions to the current circumstances impacting livestock producers – including cattle, bison, and sheep.…