From annual cover crops to seeded perennials to native prairie, forages are an incredible source of biodiversity! Thank you to the forage growers and livestock producers who are providing this valuable ecosystem service.

Blue grama is a common native grass in SE Alberta, known for its eyelash-like seed heads. Drought-tolerant, nutritious for wildlife & livestock, and helps prevent erosion. The Blackfoot used its seed spikes to predict winter severity. #Grasslands #NativePlants

View past editions of our Forage & Livestock eNews and Hay & Pasture Report on the SFC's resources page. Not subscribed yet? Sign up today and receive monthly editions of the eNews and Hay & Pasture Report four times per year. Keep up to date on Saskatchewan's Forage Industry.

Mark your calendar for the annual Advisory Meeting on Forage Crops! November 5th in Saskatoon. More details coming soon: watch our events page at saskforage.ca for registration and details.

Nitrates can reach toxic levels when plants are stressed by drought, hail, frost or other factors. Need help? Saskatchewan Agriculture and the Beef Cattle Research Council have resources that can help you learn more about and manage high-nitrate feeds.

It's hard to believe that fall is here. Whatever your role in the forage industry, we're wishing you a safe and productive fall season. Visit saskforage.ca for forage resources, events and information!

Saskatchewan's forage industry is a vital part of our agricultural economy! Happy Agriculture week from the SFC.

Registration is open for the SK Advisory Meeting on Forage Crops, happening November 5th in Saskatoon, Everyone is welcome. Visit SaskForage.ca for more info and to register.

Women make up almost half the world's labour force and are responsible for half the world's food production! Let's find ways to support the women living in our rural communities and working in agriculture. Happy International Day of Rural Women, October 15, 2025.

Considering a mix of forage species? Use the Forage U-Pick Tool's seeding rate calculator to enter your site-specific info and calculate seeding rates and costs to help you make a solid plan. saskforage.ca/forage-upick-t…

Read the latest edition of the Forage and Livestock eNews! conta.cc/4ox1l06

With limited value after Halloween, feeding pumpkins to livestock can be win-win for livestock producers and to reduce waste! Learn more here: drovers.com/news/beef-prod…. Happy Halloween from the SFC.

Registration is now closed for the Advisory Meeting on Forage Crops. We look forward to welcoming those attending on November 5th! View the agenda here: saskforage.ca/advisorymeetin…

Thinking about bale grazing this winter? The SFC has a list of resources to get you started and help you make a plan! Visit saskforage.ca/resources and scroll to Bale Grazing Resources.

Watch on YouTube or visit the SFC website to read the full article and find a link to the presentations! youtube.com/@SkAdvisoryMee…

Read the November edition of the SFC's Forage and Livestock eNews today! conta.cc/3WZoBYQ

When planning to feed your livestock this winter, consider: 1.Feed testing your forages 2. Can every animal access the feed? 3.Have you planned for extreme conditions? 4. Do you have adequate winter water? 5. Do you have enough space to shelter all your livestock from storms?

We'd love your help with our forage market report. Enter your forage pricing in our short survey- you can remain anonymous! Visit saskforage.ca and click the button that says "Input Forage Pricing Here" Every price helps to make our report more accurate - thank you!

During our forage price research, we see a lot of ads for hay with very little information included. Ask a few questions so you don't get stuck with hay that won't work for your operation! Enter hay prices in our simple form at SaskForage.ca - it only takes a minute!

Best wishes for a warm, safe and happy holiday season from all of us at the Saskatchewan Forage Council!