Saskatchewan Alfalfa Seed Producers Development Commission
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Roles and Responsibilities The Saskatchewan Alfalfa Seed Producers Development Commission (SASPDC) collected approximately $160,000 in levies in 2004. From this money, the organization funds research intended to make alfalfa seed production more efficient and profitable for producers and acts as a voice for this industry at the provincial and national levels. |
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Membership Membership in the commission is mandatory for anyone in Saskatchewan that produces and markets alfalfa seed during a given year. As a member of SASPDC, there are benefits, including continued research and having a strong industry voice to fight for issues important to alfalfa seed producers. |
Important Issues
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How The Commission Works The commission is funded by a refundable levy of $0.0075 per pound of alfalfa seed marketed. A producer-elected board of directors leads the organization. All directors must be Saskatchewan alfalfa seed producers. This group determines the direction for the industry and continues to fund research and development activities that will increase productivity and profitability for producers. |
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Alfalfa Seed Industry Facts
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How to Contact Us Wayne Goerzen
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the Top | Harry
Nikonetz Chairman Box 513 Hudson Bay, SK S0E 0Y0 Tel (306) 865-2033 Fax (306) 865-2036 e-mail: hnikonetz@sasktel.net |
Sheldon
Wolf Vice Chairperson Box 761 Carrot River , SK S0E 0L0 Phone: 768-3257 Fax: 768-2479 e-mail: s.wolf@sasktel.net |
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Newton Director Box 26 Atwater, SK S0A 0C0 Phone: 745-2571 Fax: 745-2564 e-mail: craig.paskfarms@imagewireless.ca |
Joel Ewert |
Miles Wendell |
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Marchildon Director Box 66 Zenon Park, SK S0E 1W0 Tel: (306) 767-2283 Fax: (306) 767-2666 email: dpmarchildon@sasktel.net |
Wayne Goerzen |
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1. Identification of optimum soil fertility conditions for alfalfa seed production
The objective of this research project (co-funded by SASPDC and AAFC) is to determine the influence of balanced fertilization on alfalfa seed yield, longevity of alfalfa seed stands, weed populations, and disease severity.
2. On-farm soil fertility research project
This project is investigating the effect of fertilizer nutrients on alfalfa seed yields over several crop years.
3. On-farm disease control research project
The objective of this on-farm research project is to develop alfalfa disease models in relation to weather conditions in order to predict disease potential and disease severity.
4. Alfalfa leafcutting bee parasite and disease control research
The objective of this alfalfa leafcutting bee research project is designed to evaluate parasite, predator, and disease levels in Saskatchewan alfalfa leafcutting bee populations through extensive monitoring of the quality of these bee populations, to identify potential problems in these areas, and to develop management strategies which will assist alfalfa seed producers in maintaining high quality alfalfa leafcutting bee populations.
5. Initiatives in support of the registration of pest control products
These initiatives have resulted in the obtaining of minor use registrations for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides which are important management tools for use in alfalfa seed production.
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| Order # | Name (PDF files) | Date Implemented (Year/Month/Day) |
| 1/97 | Producer Registration | July 31, 1997 |
| 2/97 | Check-off Collection | July 31, 1997 |
| 3/97 | Refund of Check-offs | July 31, 1997 |
| 4/97 | Buyer, Processor, or Assembler Registration | July 31, 1997 |
| 5/97 | Reporting | July 31, 1997 |
| 6/98 | Marketing | July 31, 1997 |
