Prairie Wheat Spring 2026: Flat Acres, Soft Prices, and a Moisture Picture That Varies More Than the Forecast Suggests

Saskatchewan is heading into the 2026 seeding season split in two. The southwest and west-central regions — much of the Palliser Triangle — carry significant drought deficits into spring with limited subsoil moisture and a precipitation forecast that offers little relief through May. The northeast is coming in wet, with heavy snowpack providing strong runoff…

The federal government has set the interest-free advance limit under the Advance Payments Program at $250,000 for 2026 on all non-canola commodity advances. This means producers can borrow up to that amount without paying interest themselves—the government covers the interest costs. The program provides operating credit to grain and livestock producers during the marketing year…

The Farm Stress Line in Saskatchewan is transitioning to new management under SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network Inc. starting April 1. This partnership expands mental health support specifically designed for agricultural producers, their families, and farm employees across the province. The service provides round-the-clock access to confidential counsellors with agricultural training who can respond to immediate…