Key Takeaways

• The Outlook Irrigation Field Day on July 9 will highlight innovative research and technology in Saskatchewan’s agriculture sector.
• Approximately 300 participants, including producers and industry representatives, are expected to attend the event.
• The day includes a trade show, field tours, and a free barbecue lunch, making it accessible without pre-registration.

Event Details and Objectives

The Outlook Irrigation Field Day, scheduled for July 9, aims to emphasize the significance of irrigation in Saskatchewan’s agricultural landscape. Hosted at the Canada-Saskatchewan Irrigation Diversification Centre, the event brings together farmers, researchers, industry representatives, and the public to explore irrigation advancements.

Erin Karppinen, a biologist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and a member of the organizing committee, highlighted that around 300 attendees typically participate. “Our field day showcases the research conducted here at the Canada-Saskatchewan Irrigation Diversification Centre,” she stated.

This one-day event is a collaborative effort involving Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the University of Saskatchewan, Irrigation Saskatchewan, and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture. These organizations aim to foster economic development and environmental sustainability through research, demonstration, and technology transfer.

Karppinen emphasized the importance of technology transfer and extension activities. The event targets not only producers but also industry stakeholders and researchers, fostering collaboration and awareness in the community.

Given that the Outlook area hosts one of Saskatchewan’s highest concentrations of irrigation, it serves as an effective setting for this event. Activities begin at 9 a.m. with registration and a trade show, where various businesses will share valuable information related to agriculture and irrigation.

Tour wagons will depart at 9:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. for guided tours of the research plots, led by researchers from the University of Saskatchewan, including discussions about the Nutrien Digital Agriculture Centre.

While many attendees are local, previous events have attracted visitors from across Canada and internationally. This year, around 15 to 20 students from the University of Saskatchewan are expected to attend, and notable groups from broader areas, like Saskatoon, have participated in the past.

The day also features a complimentary barbecue lunch at noon, followed by an afternoon research tour led by Irrigation Saskatchewan, showcasing cutting-edge agricultural projects.

No pre-registration is required, allowing anyone interested to attend on the day of the event. For more information, contact Erin Karppinen at 306-867-5400 or via email.

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