Production
Farming activities were very labor intensive before the industrial revolution and the advent of tractors, combines, balers, etc. In the late 19th century to mid-20th century, a great percentage of the Saskatchewan labor force was engaged in high labor, smaller farming practices. After mechanization, scientific advancement, improved marketing practices so farms became more efficient, larger and less labor intensive. The labor population was freed up and went to industry, government, transportation, trade and finance. All agricultural producers must maintain food safety and comply with regulations, inspections and government monitoring.
Any type of plant production involves consideration of;
- Seeding
- Fertilizer/Nutrients
- Insects
- Weeds
- Disease
- Irrigation
- Harvesting
- Storage
Livestock producer concerns would be:
- Animal Health
- Feeds/Nutrition
- Predators/Pests
- Handling
Read more about this topic: Agriculture In Saskatchewan
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