Corporate Farming in Saskatchewan
Posted: Thu Sep 16, 2010 11:06 amCorporate Farming in Saskatchewan
GOVERNMENTS, INDUSTRY, ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY PARTNER TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ABORIGINAL PEOPLE/BACKGROUNDER
http://www.gov.sk.ca/
news?newsId=96601c2d-5123-45c0-baa6-f247c34d471a
News Release - September 16, 2010
A new agreement under the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program is set to create 104 long-term, sustainable employment opportunities in Saskatchewan and Alberta's agriculture industry.
"Canada's Economic Action Plan is making a difference by ensuring that Aboriginal people have the training and skills development they need to fully share in economic opportunities," said Ed Kormarnicki, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development. "This project will help accomplish this by providing training opportunities for up to 130 Aboriginal people, leading to 104 long-term jobs in the Saskatchewan and Alberta agriculture industry."
The Inroads to Agriculture Institute is a $5.09 million partnership between the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, One Earth Farms Corporation, First Nations and training institutes. Under the program, First Nations and Métis learners will receive vital training, certification and job placement support to advance in the agriculture and agri-services sectors.
"Having First Nations and Métis people fully engaged in Saskatchewan's economy is vital to all of Saskatchewan," Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said. "This is the fourth ASEP project for Saskatchewan. It is a proven platform for co-operation between government, First Nations and Métis people, the training sector and industry, and we are pleased to join our partners in creating these new opportunities."
Contributions to the Inroads to Agriculture Institute program include the following cash and in-kind:
Government of Canada: $2.08 million;
Government of Saskatchewan: $595,000;
One Earth Farms Corporation: $990,000; and
Other stakeholders (including First Nations, industry partners and training institutes): $1.43 million.
"One Earth Farms is excited about the prospect of employing individuals who have an opportunity to gain practical agricultural training through the ASEP program," One Earth Farms CEO Larry Ruud said.
The Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership is a nationally managed program that provides Aboriginal people with the skills they need to participate in economic opportunities such as agriculture, northern mining, oil and gas, and hydro development projects across Canada. ASEP's overall objective is sustainable employment for Aboriginal people in major economic industries, leading to lasting benefits for Aboriginal communities, families and individuals. -30-
For more information, contact:
Christopher Jones-Bonk, Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration, Regina
Phone: 306-798-3106
Email: chris.jones-bonk@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-531-4904
Donna Kurtz, Executive Director, Inroads to Agriculture Institute, Saskatoon
Phone: 979-8055 ex 604
Email: dkurtz@inroadstoagriculture.com
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Former PM backs plans for Canada’s ‘largest’ farm
http://farmlandgrab.org/9975
Published: 23 December 2009Posted in: Canada, One Earth Farms, Sprott Resource
Agrimoney.com | 23 December 2009
A fund founded by former Canadian prime minister Paul Martin has put its money behind a venture aimed at becoming the country’s largest farm, aiming to farm at least 50,000 acres within its first year.
The $50m Cape Fund, which includes Mr Martin on its investment committee, has put an unspecified sum into One Earth Farms, a venture which aims to start a cutting-edge crop on aboriginal land.
One Earth, which aims “to become Canada’s largest, most efficient operating farm”, says it intends to operate in partnership with the aboriginal, First Nations people, bringing jobs, revenues, and training.
The investment comes amid a highly-controversial dash by investors and nations with few farming resources, such as Saudi Arabia, for land to exploit a potential rise in crop prices, or improve food security.
Many projects, such as Daewoo’s attempt to secure huge tracts of Madagascar, have foundered on differences between investors and local people.
List of investors
One Earth was unveiled in March by Sprott Resource Corp, a Canada-based resource group, which said at the time it intended to attract additional investment to the $27.5m it was putting in.
Sprott on Wednesday unveiled an extra $15m in equity funding, from Cape, silo manufacturer Ag Growth and pulses giant Alliance Grain Traders.
Cape managing director Peter Forton, who will join the One Earth, said the venture’s “innovative” business model would bring “significant benefits” to the aboriginal peoples, through improved agriculture and wealth generation.
Kevin Bambrough, the Sprott chief executive, said: “We look forward to One Earth Farms achieving its growth and profitability objectives.”
Ag Growth shares stood Can$0.31 higher at Can$34.78 in late trade in Toronto, with Sprott shares up Can$0.07 higher at Can$4.06 and Alliance Grain Traders down Can$0.15 at Can$29.35.
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Massive corporate farm venture planned for Western Canada
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/saskatchewan/story/2009/03/26/
corporate-farm.html
Last Updated: Thursday, March 26, 2009 | 10:35 AM CT
A number of Saskatchewan and Alberta First Nations plan to lease out their farmland to a company that wants to form the largest group of corporate farms in the country.
"We're pretty excited to be part of it," said Clarence Bellegarde, chief of the Little Black Bear First Nation in southern Saskatchewan. "It's a big benefit to us."
The deal, announced Thursday morning in Saskatoon, could eventually see about 400,000 hectares of farmland across Western Canada leased by One Earth Farms Corp., which will manage the project for Toronto-based Sprott Resource Corp.
First Nations, bankers, agrologists and grain industry experts are involved in the venture, Bellegarde said
The land is owned by the First Nations, but in the past they have simply leased the land to nearby farmers and have not worked the soil themselves.
Little Black Bear will be adding about 8,900 hectares to the corporation's land.
The company plans to have about 20,000 hectares in production in its first year.
The deal also involves the Muskowekwan, Starblanket and Thunderchild First Nations in Saskatchewan, and several others in Alberta, Bellegarde said.
Thunderchild First Nation, which was the first to sign on, plans to commit 20,000 hectares for leasing.
Chief Dale Awasis sees not only immediate jobs but a chance for better stewardship of the lands.
"One Earth Farms has committed to farming our land in a manner which will help our lands to rejuvenate," Awasis said. "First Nations will have the confidence that these lands will be able to provide … for future generations of our people, and, from the perspective of One Earth Farms, healthier lands provide better crops."
As part of the deal, aboriginal farmers will be hired and trained, and the bands will get shares in the new corporation, he said.
Sprott is investing $27.5 million in One Earth Farms "to establish operations, fund working capital and support its initial growth," Sprott said in a news release.
Another part of the deal will see Sprott donating $1 million for post-secondary scholarships to encourage aboriginal people to train in the agricultural industry, Bellegarde said.
MORE: http://www.cbc.ca/canada/saskatchewan/story/2009/03/26/
corporate-farm.html
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One Earth Farms Corp.
http://www.sprottresource.com/one-earth-farms-corp.aspx
The goal of One Earth Farms Corp. (“One Earth Farms”) is to become Canada’s largest fully integrated corporate farm. A true partnership between the private sector and First Nations, One Earth Farms represents a new model for North American farms. One Earth Farms is committed to becoming an industry leader by delivering superior results and a reduced risk profile through economies of scale, professional management and progressive farming practices.
One of the key focuses of One Earth Farms is building stable long-term relationships with First Nations through its commitment to improved land management, equity participation, job opportunities and training. Discussions are currently underway with more than 40 First Nations representing more than 2 million acres of land across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Sprott Resource Corp. first invested in One Earth Farms in 2009 and has invested $27.5 million for a 66.7% (80% fully diluted) ownership position.
www.oneearthfarms.com
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Sprott Resources increases oil and gas revenue to $18.9m for Q2 2010
http://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/7590/
sprott-resources-increases-oil-and-gas-revenue-to-189m-for-q2-2010-7590.html
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Sprott Resource Corp. (TSX: SCP), a Toronto-based company with five investee businesses each focused in natural resource operations, has today announced its second quarter results for the three month period ending 30 June 2010, posting oil and gas revenue net of royalties of $18.9 million from $753,000 in the second quarter of 2009.
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Sprott Resources is a Canadian based company, the primary purpose of which is to invest, directly and indirectly, in natural resources through acquisitions, joint ventures or other investments. It currently has investments and operations in oil and gas, agriculture and agricultural nutrients as well as a large position in physical gold bullion.
GOVERNMENTS, INDUSTRY, ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY PARTNER TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ABORIGINAL PEOPLE/BACKGROUNDER
http://www.gov.sk.ca/
news?newsId=96601c2d-5123-45c0-baa6-f247c34d471a
News Release - September 16, 2010
A new agreement under the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program is set to create 104 long-term, sustainable employment opportunities in Saskatchewan and Alberta's agriculture industry.
"Canada's Economic Action Plan is making a difference by ensuring that Aboriginal people have the training and skills development they need to fully share in economic opportunities," said Ed Kormarnicki, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development. "This project will help accomplish this by providing training opportunities for up to 130 Aboriginal people, leading to 104 long-term jobs in the Saskatchewan and Alberta agriculture industry."
The Inroads to Agriculture Institute is a $5.09 million partnership between the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan, One Earth Farms Corporation, First Nations and training institutes. Under the program, First Nations and Métis learners will receive vital training, certification and job placement support to advance in the agriculture and agri-services sectors.
"Having First Nations and Métis people fully engaged in Saskatchewan's economy is vital to all of Saskatchewan," Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said. "This is the fourth ASEP project for Saskatchewan. It is a proven platform for co-operation between government, First Nations and Métis people, the training sector and industry, and we are pleased to join our partners in creating these new opportunities."
Contributions to the Inroads to Agriculture Institute program include the following cash and in-kind:
Government of Canada: $2.08 million;
Government of Saskatchewan: $595,000;
One Earth Farms Corporation: $990,000; and
Other stakeholders (including First Nations, industry partners and training institutes): $1.43 million.
"One Earth Farms is excited about the prospect of employing individuals who have an opportunity to gain practical agricultural training through the ASEP program," One Earth Farms CEO Larry Ruud said.
The Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership is a nationally managed program that provides Aboriginal people with the skills they need to participate in economic opportunities such as agriculture, northern mining, oil and gas, and hydro development projects across Canada. ASEP's overall objective is sustainable employment for Aboriginal people in major economic industries, leading to lasting benefits for Aboriginal communities, families and individuals. -30-
For more information, contact:
Christopher Jones-Bonk, Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration, Regina
Phone: 306-798-3106
Email: chris.jones-bonk@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-531-4904
Donna Kurtz, Executive Director, Inroads to Agriculture Institute, Saskatoon
Phone: 979-8055 ex 604
Email: dkurtz@inroadstoagriculture.com
BACKGROUNDER:
http://www.gov.sk.ca/adx/aspx/
adxGetMedia.aspx?mediaId=1228&PN=Shared
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Former PM backs plans for Canada’s ‘largest’ farm
http://farmlandgrab.org/9975
Published: 23 December 2009Posted in: Canada, One Earth Farms, Sprott Resource
Agrimoney.com | 23 December 2009
A fund founded by former Canadian prime minister Paul Martin has put its money behind a venture aimed at becoming the country’s largest farm, aiming to farm at least 50,000 acres within its first year.
The $50m Cape Fund, which includes Mr Martin on its investment committee, has put an unspecified sum into One Earth Farms, a venture which aims to start a cutting-edge crop on aboriginal land.
One Earth, which aims “to become Canada’s largest, most efficient operating farm”, says it intends to operate in partnership with the aboriginal, First Nations people, bringing jobs, revenues, and training.
The investment comes amid a highly-controversial dash by investors and nations with few farming resources, such as Saudi Arabia, for land to exploit a potential rise in crop prices, or improve food security.
Many projects, such as Daewoo’s attempt to secure huge tracts of Madagascar, have foundered on differences between investors and local people.
List of investors
One Earth was unveiled in March by Sprott Resource Corp, a Canada-based resource group, which said at the time it intended to attract additional investment to the $27.5m it was putting in.
Sprott on Wednesday unveiled an extra $15m in equity funding, from Cape, silo manufacturer Ag Growth and pulses giant Alliance Grain Traders.
Cape managing director Peter Forton, who will join the One Earth, said the venture’s “innovative” business model would bring “significant benefits” to the aboriginal peoples, through improved agriculture and wealth generation.
Kevin Bambrough, the Sprott chief executive, said: “We look forward to One Earth Farms achieving its growth and profitability objectives.”
Ag Growth shares stood Can$0.31 higher at Can$34.78 in late trade in Toronto, with Sprott shares up Can$0.07 higher at Can$4.06 and Alliance Grain Traders down Can$0.15 at Can$29.35.
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Massive corporate farm venture planned for Western Canada
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/saskatchewan/story/2009/03/26/
corporate-farm.html
Last Updated: Thursday, March 26, 2009 | 10:35 AM CT
A number of Saskatchewan and Alberta First Nations plan to lease out their farmland to a company that wants to form the largest group of corporate farms in the country.
"We're pretty excited to be part of it," said Clarence Bellegarde, chief of the Little Black Bear First Nation in southern Saskatchewan. "It's a big benefit to us."
The deal, announced Thursday morning in Saskatoon, could eventually see about 400,000 hectares of farmland across Western Canada leased by One Earth Farms Corp., which will manage the project for Toronto-based Sprott Resource Corp.
First Nations, bankers, agrologists and grain industry experts are involved in the venture, Bellegarde said
The land is owned by the First Nations, but in the past they have simply leased the land to nearby farmers and have not worked the soil themselves.
Little Black Bear will be adding about 8,900 hectares to the corporation's land.
The company plans to have about 20,000 hectares in production in its first year.
The deal also involves the Muskowekwan, Starblanket and Thunderchild First Nations in Saskatchewan, and several others in Alberta, Bellegarde said.
Thunderchild First Nation, which was the first to sign on, plans to commit 20,000 hectares for leasing.
Chief Dale Awasis sees not only immediate jobs but a chance for better stewardship of the lands.
"One Earth Farms has committed to farming our land in a manner which will help our lands to rejuvenate," Awasis said. "First Nations will have the confidence that these lands will be able to provide … for future generations of our people, and, from the perspective of One Earth Farms, healthier lands provide better crops."
As part of the deal, aboriginal farmers will be hired and trained, and the bands will get shares in the new corporation, he said.
Sprott is investing $27.5 million in One Earth Farms "to establish operations, fund working capital and support its initial growth," Sprott said in a news release.
Another part of the deal will see Sprott donating $1 million for post-secondary scholarships to encourage aboriginal people to train in the agricultural industry, Bellegarde said.
MORE: http://www.cbc.ca/canada/saskatchewan/story/2009/03/26/
corporate-farm.html
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One Earth Farms Corp.
http://www.sprottresource.com/one-earth-farms-corp.aspx
The goal of One Earth Farms Corp. (“One Earth Farms”) is to become Canada’s largest fully integrated corporate farm. A true partnership between the private sector and First Nations, One Earth Farms represents a new model for North American farms. One Earth Farms is committed to becoming an industry leader by delivering superior results and a reduced risk profile through economies of scale, professional management and progressive farming practices.
One of the key focuses of One Earth Farms is building stable long-term relationships with First Nations through its commitment to improved land management, equity participation, job opportunities and training. Discussions are currently underway with more than 40 First Nations representing more than 2 million acres of land across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Sprott Resource Corp. first invested in One Earth Farms in 2009 and has invested $27.5 million for a 66.7% (80% fully diluted) ownership position.
www.oneearthfarms.com
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Sprott Resources increases oil and gas revenue to $18.9m for Q2 2010
http://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/7590/
sprott-resources-increases-oil-and-gas-revenue-to-189m-for-q2-2010-7590.html
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Sprott Resource Corp. (TSX: SCP), a Toronto-based company with five investee businesses each focused in natural resource operations, has today announced its second quarter results for the three month period ending 30 June 2010, posting oil and gas revenue net of royalties of $18.9 million from $753,000 in the second quarter of 2009.
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Sprott Resources is a Canadian based company, the primary purpose of which is to invest, directly and indirectly, in natural resources through acquisitions, joint ventures or other investments. It currently has investments and operations in oil and gas, agriculture and agricultural nutrients as well as a large position in physical gold bullion.