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Managing Kochia on Marginal Cropland – Information for Producers
Herbicide‑resistant kochia continues to be a growing challenge across Saskatchewan, particularly on saline and low‑producing acres.
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is offering its Marginal Areas Program (MAP) to help producers convert difficult or unproductive annual cropland into perennial forage. According to DUC, this approach may help reduce weed pressure, improve soil health, and create forage or haying opportunities on areas that are costly to farm.
DUC advises that program incentives of up to approximately $400 per acre may be available, depending on eligibility and site conditions. Custom forage seeding and technical support from DUC agrologists may also be included.
The RM of Hoodoo No. 401 is sharing this information for awareness only. Participation is voluntary, and all program details, eligibility, and agreements are handled directly between the producer and Ducks Unlimited Canada.
For more information, producers are encouraged to contact DUC directly or review the posted program material.
Ducks Unlimited Canada – Agricultural Programs
Phone: 1‑866‑252‑DUCK
Email: du_regina@ducks.ca
Website: ag.ducks.ca
Temporary Road Closure – RR 2260
Please be advised that, due to water, RR 2260 south of Hwy 41 to TWP 422 (2 miles) has been temporarily closed. Suggested detour routes shown below, REACT rd is also open. Once water levels recede, signage will be removed. Thank you for your patience & cooperation!
Temporary road closure – First Point Road – Tuesday, March 31
The RM Public works crew will be replacing a culvert on First Point Road Tuesday, March 31, in preparation for upcoming chip sealing this spring. Work is expected to begin around 10:00 a.m., once the fog lifts. The section of road just north of the North First Point access road will be closed during construction. Please see the map below for detour routes.
This work is expected to be completed today. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.