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  • Pasture Land With Aggregates in Wheatlands Rm No. 163: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK995714

    Pasture Land With Aggregates Wheatlands Rm No. 163 S0H 3K0
    Main Photo: Pasture Land With Aggregates in Wheatlands Rm No. 163: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK995714
    $1,900,000
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK995714
    390.67 acres for sale with aggregate deposits! There is currently an open pit of processed aggregates on the SE 12-18-3 W3 (detailed reports of the aggregates are available upon request). Buyer to do their own due diligence as to additional aggregate deposits on the land. This land is located in the Parkbeg, SK area and is only 2.5 miles off of the Trans-Canada Highway with great access on Grid #627. The land has been utilized for pasture by the owners for several years with 3 strand barb wire perimeter fencing and cross fencing around the gravel pit. There are three spring fed dugouts located on the land. The owner will consider splitting the property up and selling parts thereof. More details
    Listed by Sheppard Realty
  • Hillsbough 6 quarters native grass in Hillsborough Rm No. 132: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK004093

    Hillsbough 6 quarters native grass Hillsborough Rm No. 132 S6H 7K7
    Main Photo: Hillsbough 6 quarters native grass in Hillsborough Rm No. 132: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK004093
    $839,000
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK004093
    6 Quarters of Premium Prairie Grass – Deeded & Lease Land Here’s a turnkey grazing opportunity: 6 quarters of hard native prairie grass, split into three half-section pastures, each with its own dugout. This package includes 2 quarters deeded (half section) and a full section of Crown lease, that the successful Buyer will have the ability to apply for. Water is well set up with improvements completed in 2021 and 2022, including enhanced water holes. The property also features a solid corral system with crowding tub, steel-panel sorting pens, portable loading chute, and 4-wire barbed wire fencing done by professional custom fencers. A survey of property lines has been completed. If you’re looking for clean grass, reliable water, and functional infrastructure—this one checks every box. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Next Level
  • DUC Berger Land - 320 Acres in Chaplin Rm No. 164: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK998232

    DUC Berger Land - 320 Acres Chaplin Rm No. 164 S0H 0V0
    Main Photo: DUC Berger Land - 320 Acres in Chaplin Rm No. 164: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK998232
    $249,900
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK998232
    The Ducks Unlimited Berger grazing package is 320 acres located in southern Saskatchewan, approximately 17 kilometers northeast of Chaplin SK in RM #164 Chaplin. As per the seller, the 320 total acres includes 265 acres of native grass and 55 acres of wetlands. The land is in the brown soil zone, characterized by an Amulet association loam texture soil with a moderately rolling to hilly topography. NOTE: This land is owned by Ducks Unlimited Canada and as a condition of the sale, the Buyer must agree to grant Ducks Unlimited Canada a conservation easement on the land. Asking price breakdown: $781 per total acre, 1.08 times the 2021 assessed value. More details
    Listed by Hammond Realty
  • RM 221 - Penzance Farm Land in Sarnia Rm No. 221: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK000035

    RM 221 - Penzance Farm Land Sarnia Rm No. 221 S0G 3X0
    Main Photo: RM 221 - Penzance Farm Land in Sarnia Rm No. 221: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK000035
    $162,500
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK000035
    Build. Type:
    Manufactured
    SE-21-24-25 W2 (three parcels) is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to own their own private country retreat, start a hobby farm, or grow their existing operation. Land has approx. 35 cultivated acres (seeded to oats in 2024 season) 76 acres of grass/alfalfa for hay, and 7 acres waste land (per SAMA), for a total of 118 acres. Property is partially fenced, with year-round access via Hwy 2. There is a scenically located metal clad Bunkhouse (8x12) which overlooks the property. It is insulated, furnished, and can be heated by a wood stove. Built in the fall of 2024 it also boasts a fire pit area, horseshoe pits, and recently planted fruit (crab apple) trees and a caragana shelter belt. It would make the perfect base for taking advantage of local hunting and fishing opportunities, or relaxing after a hard days work on your farm. Also included is a metal/fabric TMG arch wall industrial equipment storage shed (20x40). Built in summer of 2023. Best of all this location is only 22 km from the beautiful and quiet Sarnia Beach on Last Mountain Lake on good grid roads. There is a lagoon servicing Penzance near the NE corner of the property that is owned and well maintained by the Sarnia RM. The 34 cultivated acres are leased for 2025 season. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Next Level
  • 1 Quarter Pasture RM 223 in Huron Rm No. 223: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK995617

    1 Quarter Pasture RM 223 Huron Rm No. 223 S0H 4B0
    Main Photo: 1 Quarter Pasture RM 223 in Huron Rm No. 223: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK995617
    $159,000
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK995617
    Current rent is $5,500/year plus GST, lease expires Dec 31 of 2025. SW 30-22-2 W3 Ext 3, 142.67 acres, 2025  assessment : $142,600, As per SAMA, 73 acres of cultivated grass,70 acres of native grass.   Current yearly rent is $5,500 plus GST, year by year lease. Located  1 mile north of Tugaske, SK,  in the RM of Huron #223. A spring fed dugout (312' L x 65' W x14-17' D) was put in 2021 with approximately 1,000,000 gallon capacity, currently holding approximately 500,000 to 750,000 gallons. 4 strand barb wire perimeter fence with repairs done to the fence in 2021.  As per SAMA, there are 73 cultivated grass and 70 acre native grass.  There are tenant prospects willing to lease the land for a longer term providing an attractive rate of return for investors. Current yearly rent is $5,500 plus GST, year by year lease. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Next Level
  • Chamberlain pasture in Craik Rm No. 222: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK005516

    Chamberlain pasture Craik Rm No. 222 S0G 0B0
    Main Photo: Chamberlain pasture in Craik Rm No. 222: Farm for sale : MLS®# SK005516
    $140,000
    Farm
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    SK005516
    Excellent grass pasture complete with full and overflowing dugout and completely fenced. 110 acres of K soil and assessed at $116,100. Access off of Highway #11 just NW of Chamberlain, SK. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Next Level
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Marquis Saskatchewan Information

Marquis (2016 population: 97) is a village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan within the Rural Municipality of Marquis No. 191 and Census Division No. 7. It is on Highway 42 about 32 km northwest of Moose Jaw. Marquis incorporated as a village on March 21, 1910.[5] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Marquis had a population of 90 living in 39 of its 45 total private dwellings, a change of -7.2% from its 2016 population of 97. With a land area of 0.63 km2 (0.24 sq mi), it had a population density of 142.9/km2 (370.0/sq mi) in 2021.[8] In the 2016 Census of Population, the Village of Marquis recorded a population of 97 living in 37 of its 40 total private dwellings, a 5.2% change from its 2011 population of 92. With a land area of 0.63 km2 (0.24 sq mi), it had a population density of 154.0/km2 (398.8/sq mi) in 2016.[9] Businesses and services in the village include a general store/liquor store franchise, a post office, a municipal office, a sand blasting and painting facility, and a service station. The primary economic base is agriculture. Marquis is located on the Canadian Pacific Railway line. As in many Saskatchewan communities, Marquis’s grain elevators were torn down during the 1990s. 50°37?05?N 105°43?08?W? / ?50.618°N 105.719°W? / 50.618; -105.719 Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marquis,_Saskatchewan

Marquis Saskatchewan Farm MLS®

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topsoil Depth (in) Alberta Source aafc slc version 3.2

Understanding Topsoil Depth in Alberta: Insights from AAFC SLC Version 3.2 Data

Topsoil depth is a critical factor for agricultural productivity, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and root growth. The provided map of Alberta illustrates the topsoil depth in inches, highlighting significant regional variations. This analysis is based on data from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2.

Key Observations

The topsoil depth in Western Alberta and the Rockies is generally shallow, ranging from 0 to 6 inches. This is due to the rugged terrain and erosional processes associated with mountainous regions. The shallow topsoil in these areas supports forests and natural vegetation rather than extensive agriculture.

Central Alberta, including areas around Edmonton and Red Deer, exhibits moderate to deep topsoil depths, generally between 8 to 14 inches. These depths are conducive to productive agriculture, supporting a variety of crops. The deeper topsoil in central regions contributes to higher agricultural yields and sustainable farming practices.

In Southern and Eastern Alberta, regions such as Calgary and areas towards the Saskatchewan border show variable topsoil depths ranging from 6 to 10 inches. While suitable for agriculture, these areas may require careful soil management to maintain productivity. Areas with shallower topsoil are more drought-resistant and may need irrigation and soil conservation practices.

Regional Analysis

The Rocky Mountain Influence is evident in the shallow topsoil of the Rocky Mountain foothills, resulting from the rocky and rugged terrain, limiting soil accumulation. These areas are more suited to forest growth and natural vegetation rather than intensive agriculture.

In contrast, the Prairie Conditions in central Alberta benefit from moderate to deep topsoil, which is ideal for crop production and supports Alberta’s agricultural economy. Maintaining topsoil depth through conservation practices is essential for sustaining long-term agrarian productivity in these areas.

Implications for Agriculture

Understanding topsoil depth is crucial for effective soil management practices, including crop selection, irrigation, and fertilization. Farmers can use this data to optimize their farming practices, choosing crops suited to the available topsoil depth and implementing appropriate soil conservation measures. Deeper topsoil improves water retention and nutrient availability, which is essential for healthy crop growth and high yields.

Conclusion

The topsoil depth map of Alberta reveals significant regional variations influenced by geographical features such as the Rocky Mountains and the fertile plains of central Alberta. Understanding these variations is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring sustainable farming. By leveraging this data, farmers can improve crop yields, manage soil health, and enhance overall agrarian productivity in Alberta.

Sources

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2 Data
  • Alberta Agriculture and Forestry