Paris Of The Prairies?

One Saskatchewan community has its heart set on attracting tourists to its park, golf course, restaurants and shops. And it’s using the Eiffel Tower to do it. It all started in the middle of a Montmartre wheat field with a farmer on a tractor who had hours to think of ideas for his town. Local […] Read more

Antifreeze: The Sweet, Toxic Killer

The sooner the antifreeze poisoning is detected the greater the chance of survival and recovery. Antifreeze has a sweet taste that animals love, but it is highly toxic. Just one tablespoon is enough to kill a cat or small dog. By taking simple preventive measures you can keep animals including pets, farm animals and wildlife […] Read more


Wildcrafting Business Rooted In Saskatchewan

They found markets, and markets discovered them. Lady Clairol, First Nations sweat ceremonies, the New England states, Harry Potter. At first glance it would be difficult to find a common link. Yet there is a connection. Some of the botanicals (parts of plants, wild or cultivated) used by each of these, are supplied by a […] Read more

Space — The Final Frontier

If you don’t have room for a dining table, consider a coffee table that has a lift top. Living in a small space can be a challenge. Finding a place for everything you need is a constant struggle, but there are tons of great ideas and products available to help if you’re in cramped quarters. […] Read more


Let’s Use More Grains

Many of us are not incorporating enough grain dishes into our meal planning. It is so important to get ample fibre, and barley is an excellent choice. It has both soluble and insoluble fibre and contains many other important nutrients. It’s very tasty, too! Note: These recipes are excellent for those who live alone as […] Read more

The Organic Food Myth

There are many other issues to be considered when making the choice as to whether or not to go “organic.” Now I know this title might upset some people, but I feel compelled to spell out the facts… as I see them. Many Canadians have concerns about perceived contamination in their foods. They worry about […] Read more


Geraniums — Reliable, Versatile, Non-Demanding Plants

Few ground covers can compete with an outdoor bed of geraniums (Pelargonium). Who can walk or drive by geraniums in full bloom without stopping? They are real garden gems. When I spot such a display for the first time, I’ll immediately slow down if driving, then park to really take a gander (a leisurely look […] Read more

Convertible Bonds’ Time Has Come

For an investor who wants to park some money off the farm and into an investment that’s fairly secure, convertible bonds are worth a look. They are bonds that can be switched into shares. With this option, rising interest rates driven by improving business conditions help the investment. Without that convertibility into stock, rising interest […] Read more


Credit Concepts You Should Know

Spring is on the way and you may soon be working through the annual credit review process with your bank or perhaps applying for a new equipment loan. A good understanding of some basic credit concepts can help reduce the time, stress and uncertainty involved in arranging the credit you need for your farm. When […] Read more

Why Chisler Pays More Interest

Most institutions now use financial models to quantify risk, which in turn determines the premium or discount to the interest rate. Charlie Chisler and his sister in law Terry Tightwad found themselves arguing over interest rates last week and who had gotten the better deal. Charlie operates a 3,500-acre grain farm and Terry operates a […] Read more