The Canada Grain Act and the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) are pillars established to serve grain producers. It's our collective responsibility to ensure that the framework governing grain regulation and oversight prioritizes the interests of the backbone of our industry – farmers.    Established in 1912, the Canada Grain Act sets standards for Canada's grain…

April 29, 2024 (Saskatoon SK) – The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS), Alberta Grains, SaskBarley and Sask Wheat are raising serious concerns about the proposed merger between Bunge and Viterra and the resulting economic losses for producers. A recent study on the potential effects of the proposed merger on the grain sector in Western Canada by Dr. Richard Gray,…

April 23, 2024 (REGINA, SK) — The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) acknowledges the Competition Bureau's recent findings regarding the proposed merger between agricultural giants Bunge and Viterra. The Bureau's report validates APAS's longstanding concerns, spotlighting significant risks to Canadian farmers that could result from reduced competition and…

April 2, 2024 (Regina, SK) – On April 1, a 23 per cent increase in the carbon tax occurred, raising from $65 per tonne of CO2e to $80 per tonne of CO2e. This raises concerns within the agricultural community, particularly in regions like Saskatchewan, that are heavily reliant on export markets and facing unique challenges such as weather severity and long distances for market access. The…

March 21, 2024 (Regina, SK) - Following the unveiling of Saskatchewan's 2024-25 Budget, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) acknowledges the substantial investment in the agriculture sector while underscoring the critical need for proactive measures for drought preparedness and collaborative efforts among stakeholders. “APAS welcomes the $570.6 million…

March 6, 2024 (Regina, SK) - With many regions of Saskatchewan's agricultural sector facing mounting challenges from drought, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is calling for the establishment of a Provincial Drought Preparedness Committee. In a letter addressed to Minister Marit, APAS president Ian Boxall underscored the critical need for proactive measures to…

February 20, 2024 (Regina, SK) – The recent decision to reduce the interest-free portion of the Advance Payment Program (APP) from $350,000 to $100,000 has reverberated throughout the agricultural community, causing widespread apprehension among farmers and ranchers across Canada. The Advance Payment Program, a federal loan guarantee initiative, has long been a crucial lifeline for…

January 24, 2024 (Regina, SK) - Agricultural Producers of Saskatchewan (APAS) has submitted its official response to Transport Canada, expressing significant concerns and advocating for a meticulous evaluation of Bunge’s proposed acquisition of Viterra Ltd. APAS highlights key public interest concerns that require careful examination to ensure alignment with national economic and social…