Agriculture
2006 Saskatchewan Crop District Crop Production
- Saskatchewan production of the major grains, oilseeds and specialty crops in 2006 was 25.59 million tonnes, 4% above the ten-year (1996-2005) average.
- Above-average yields and above-average harvested area for some crops produced the above-average crop production in 2006.
Seeded area in 2006 was estimated at 33.69 million acres, 2% below the ten-year (1996-2005) average. Harvested area was estimated at 32.34 million acres, less than 1% above the ten-year (1996-2005) average.
Above-average yields were reported for winter wheat, spring wheat, durum, oats, fall rye, flax, canola, lentils and canary seed.
Saskatchewan summerfallow acreage was estimated as 7.85 million acres in 2006, 6% below the ten-year (1996-2005) average.
For additional crop information, please visit the Saskatchewan Agriculture, Food and Rural Revitalization website at www.agr.gov.sk.ca.
2006 Crop Yields in Rural Municipalities surrounding Assiniboia
| Crop | RM 42 | RM 72 | RM 73 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Wheat | 25.1 bu/acre | 25.9 bu/acre | 28.8 bu/acre |
| Durum | 22.2 bu/acre | 29.2 bu/acre | 29.2 bu/acre |
| Barley | 37.2 bu/acre | 27.6 bu/acre | 34.9 bu/acre |
| Oats | 34.9 bu/acre | n/a | n/a |
| Flaxseed | 15.5 bu/acre | 15.3 bu/acre | 16.4 bu/acre |
| Canola | 13.5 bu/acre | 13.9 bu/acre | 25.7 bu/acre |
| Lentils | 875 lbs/acre | 1079 lbs/acre | 974 lbs/acre |
| Peas | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Canary Seed | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mustard | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Summer Fallow | n/a | ||
| Perennial Forage | n/a |
Crop Statistics for Saskatchewan for 2006
| Crop | Seed Acres | Harvested Acres | Yield (bu/acre) | Production (tonnes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Wheat | 250,000 | 240,000 | 42.2 | 275,700 |
| Spring Wheat | 10,650,000 | 10,480,000 | 31.8 | 9,076,800 |
| Durum | 3,750,000 | 3,700,000 | 31.1 | 3,129,800 |
| Oats | 2,050,000 | 1,580,000 | 62.7 | 1,526,800 |
| Barley | 3,600,000 | 3,270,000 | 48.7 | 3,470,500 |
| Fall Rye | 150,000 | 150,000 | 35.3 | 134,600 |
| Flax | 1,630,000 | 1,600,000 | 19.8 | 805,200 |
| Canola | 6,400,000 | 6,320,000 | 27.6 | 3,962,100 |
| Mixed Grains | 90,000 | 15,000 | 43.3 | 13,300 |
| Dry Peas | 2,770,000 | 2,720,000 | 28.7 | 2,126,900 |
| Triticale | 55,000 | 15,000 | 31.3 | 11,900 |
| Mustard Seed | 295,000 | 285,000 | 700 lbs/ac | 90,500 |
| Sunflower Seed | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Lentils | 1,400,000 | 1,370,000 | 1,115 lbs/ac | 692,800 |
| Canary Seed | 285,000 | 275,000 | 904 lbs/ac | 112,800 |
| Chickpeas | 320,000 | 320,000 | 1,099 lbs/ac | 159,500 |
| Tame Hay | 4,365,000 | 3,560,000 | 1.4 tons/ac | 4,413,500 |
| Summerfallow | 7,850,000 |
Agricultural Businesses
Since Agriculture is the primary industry of the region, the industrial park caters to the Ag industry. Farm implement dealerships, grain storage sales and equipment rentals as well as the auction yards are all located within the industrial park.
Agricultural Dealerships
E. Bourassa & Sons Ltd. (NAPA)
The Ford-New Holland Company has been a progressive company for Assiniboia. They provide full sales and service and high season extended hours and is located on Highway 13 West.
- Phone: (306) 642-3826
- Fax: (306) 642-3877
- Website: www.shopsaskatchewan.com/Assiniboia/bourassa.htm
South Country Equipment Ltd.
This is a large John Deere dealership serving the south-central region. They offer full sales and service with extended seasonal hours and a parts department handling all model parts and are located on Highway 2 North.
- Phone: (306) 642-3366
- Fax: (306) 642-3657
- Website: www.southcountry.ca
Young's Equipment Inc.
This is Assiniboia's Case International dealership. They provide full sales and service, including extended seasonal hours for farmer's convenience and are located on Highway 13 West.
- Phone: (306) 642-5991
- Fax: (306) 642-3820
- Email: youngsaba@youngsequipment.com
- Website: www.youngs-equipment.com
Auction
Assiniboia Livestock Auction
Located in the industrial park, this high traffic facility is boasted as one of the largest auction yards in Saskatchewan. Assiniboia Livestock Auction is the first and only livestock auction market in Canada that brings buyers and sellers together in a live audio and video auction. Their slogan: "The high dollar market leading the way." They are located at the CPR Right of Way.
- Phone: (306) 642-4180
- Fax: (306) 642-4549
- Email: r.rutledge@sasktel.net
- Website: www.assiniboiaauction.com
Challenge Auction Centre
Located at 201 1st Avenue West, this auction facility is on one of the main streets in Assiniboia. Challenge Auction Centre will handle all types of auctions ranging from household items, farm machinery, tools, antiques and much more. They also take items on consignment as well. Their only request is that all items be in working order.
- Phone: (306) 642-4949 or (306) 478-2426
- Toll-free 1-866-642-4949
Elevators
cargill
This high throughput facility is located in the Hamlet of Congress and can handle a major amount of grain for the area.
- Phone: (306) 642-4956
- Fax: (306) 642-5562
- Website: www.cargill.ca
Finora Canada Ltd.
Finora is a major processor of pulse and specialty crops. This plant, located at 300 Fraser Drive, runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week most of the year.
- Phone: (306) 642-5920
- Fax: (306) 642-5935
viterra
The Viterral high throughput terminal can handle a major amount of grain in the area. It is located on the very west side of Assiniboia's industrial park on Highway 13 West.
- Phone: (306) 642-3612 (Grain Terminal) or 1-877-797-7762
- Phone: (306) 642-3355 (Farm Services) or 1-877-797-7762
- Website: www.viterra.ca