Not the ideal hiding place Thursday, June 10, 2010 Indiana police thought a drug suspect they were chasing in April in rural Noble County had gotten clean away, until a sharp-eyed officer spotted him neck deep in a manure tank beneath the floor of an outbuilding.According to Associated Press reports, police believe the man had been hiding in liquid pig manure – and dog feces – for more than an hour before he was rescued . . . er . . . arrested.The suspect had missed scheduled court appearances in a neighbouring county in February and March on charges related to methamphetamines. He was treated in hospital for hypothermia before being taken to jail, but only after being shocked twice with a stun gun.The effects of taking meth may have something to do with that. Or maybe he got downwind of himself and didn't like it. BP Cover Story: OSHAB database one step towards a comprehensive PRRS elimination strategy Bacon a must for foster children?
Canada’s Farm Show and Regina at the Heart of Agriculture Friday, March 7, 2025 By Tim Day, Canada's Farm Show Agricultural shows are critical to the agri-food sector, driving innovation, building community networking and stimulating economic growth. In Saskatchewan, where agriculture is a cornerstone of the economy, Regina’s role as the host city of Canada's... Read this article online
Trump Imposing Tariffs on Canadian Dairy Products Friday, March 7, 2025 President Donald Trump announced to reporters that his administration is imposing tariffs on Canadian dairy products and lumber as early as Friday (March 7, 2025), escalating a growing trade conflict between the two neighboring nations. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump expressed... Read this article online
China Halts U.S. Soybean Exports Amid Tariffs Thursday, March 6, 2025 China has imposed new tariffs on U.S. agricultural products following the U.S. government’s decision to implement a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports. In retaliation, China introduced a 15% tariff on corn, wheat, cotton, and chicken, along with an additional 10% tariff on soybeans, pork,... Read this article online
Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority Warns Investors About "Pig Butchering Scams" in Advertising Campaign Thursday, March 6, 2025 During March, which is Fraud Prevention Month, the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) is releasing an informative advertising campaign for investors and consumers. The campaign that spans province-wide informs investors and consumers about a type of investment... Read this article online
New Funds for Ag Growth in Saskatchewan Thursday, March 6, 2025 The Honorable Terry Duguid, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced $3,265,583 in federal funding for four projects aimed at strengthening the province’s agri-food and manufacturing sectors. These investments will support companies working on value-added food production and improve railcar... Read this article online