SaskBarley’s Annual General Meeting: Call for Resolutions, Annual Report and Agenda
SaskBarley is now accepting resolutions for the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Sask Crops Forum in Saskatoon – January 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM.
News and Events
CBRC commits $1.8 million to CDC barley breeding activities
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) announced today it will provide $1.8 million in funding over three years to the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC), to extend the core breeding agreement and support the development of varieties with improved agronomics, disease resistance and end-use quality.
SaskBarley welcomes new and returning directors to the Board
Returning to the Board are Maurice Berry of Carievale, SK and Cody Glenn of Climax, SK. New Director, Bernie McClean of Glaslyn, SK will complete the board of six. Their four-year terms will officially begin immediately following SaskBarley’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on January 14, 2026.
Labatt and SaskBarley launch new scholarship supporting barley research in Canada
SaskBarley and Labatt have partnered to launch a new graduate scholarship supporting barley research in Canada. Learn how this $10,000 annual investment is advancing barley production and supporting future researchers.
New GIFS study shows Saskatchewan barley producers lead in sustainable production
The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) welcomes new research released by the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan, which confirms what farmers in this province have long known: sustainable production practices are paying off.
Nominations now open for SaskBarley Board of Directors
The nomination period is now open for three positions on the SaskBarley Board of Directors. The nomination period runs from June 2 to September 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon).
SaskBarley invests in future of barley breeding with USask research expansion
SaskBarley is proud to announce its support of the University of Saskatchewan’s $11.8 million infrastructure expansion at the Crop Development Centre.
SaskBarley commits $124,609 to collaborative barley research
The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) announced today that it has committed $124,609 to fund barley research over the next four years…
SaskBarley awards scholarships to outstanding barley researchers
The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Scholarship Program, recognizing three promising students whose research will contribute significantly to the advancement of barley production. This year’s awards support projects across the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels that address critical challenges facing the barley industry.
SaskBarley enters Tier 1 Membership with Western Crop Innovations
The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) has joined Western Crop Innovations (WCI) as a voting member, committing $50,000 in core funding as a transitional grant for the current fiscal year…