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Opening Comments
Looking to Hire: Field Based Technical Support Specialist | WEED IT
Location: Saskatchewan, ideally based in Saskatoon
Reports to: General Manager
Role Overview:
The Technical Support Specialist is a field-based, hands-on role responsible for supporting WEED-IT growers and dealers through installation, commissioning, service, training, and ongoing technical support. This position plays a critical role in ensuring customer satisfaction, system performance, and long-term adoption of WEED-IT technology.
As WEED-IT Canada continues to grow, this role also supports sales realization by leveraging strong grower relationships, identifying opportunities, and contributing technical expertise that helps generate referrals and advance new system sales.
This is a hybrid technical + relationship-based role, well suited for someone who enjoys working directly with farmers, solving problems in the field, and being a trusted local expert.
About WEED-IT Canada:
Do you want to be part of a Canadian distribution organization driving innovation in agriculture? Are you self-sufficient, solutions-oriented, and passionate about high-tech farming? If so, WEED-IT Canada wants to hear from you.
As the official subsidiary distributor of WEED-IT products in Canada, WEED-IT Canada is proud to bring Rometron’s market-leading precision technology to Canadian growers. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, we provide sales, support, and service for WEED-IT solutions, empowering Canadian farmers to achieve more efficient and environmentally responsible farming practices.
Rometron has been developing and perfecting WEED-IT technology for over 25 years in close collaboration with farmers worldwide. Its cutting-edge system detects chlorophyll in real time and applies crop protection agents and fertilizers only where needed using proprietary PWM technology. This results in high accuracy, significant savings on chemicals, and improved sustainability. International demand for WEED-IT technology is growing, and we’re building our Canadian team to meet that demand.
We are seeking a Technical Support Specialist who is mechanically and electrically inclined, eager to learn, and motivated to support farmers and dealers across Saskatchewan and beyond.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
As a Technical Support Specialist, you’ll be the go-to person in the field, working directly with growers and dealers to ensure their WEED-IT systems are installed, set up, and running at peak performance. This role is highly hands-on and requires someone who is curious, resourceful, and eager to develop technical expertise. A strong understanding of agricultural spraying systems, along with mechanical and electrical/electronic systems, will be an asset for ensuring accurate installations and effective troubleshooting.
You will:
- Install and commission new WEED-IT systems on farm equipment, ensuring accurate calibration and operation of spraying technology.
- Provide hands-on support to growers and dealer staff in setting up, repairing, and troubleshooting spraying systems in the field.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues and carry out repairs with accuracy and efficiency.
- Train dealers, growers, and sales teams on system operation, maintenance, and best practices.
- Act as the first point of contact for customers requiring technical assistance, both in person and by phone.
- Maintain detailed records of service visits, repairs, and customer interactions to support warranty and performance tracking.
- Proactively share insights and feedback from the field to improve system performance, product development, and customer experience.
- Assist in testing, evaluating, and improving research units and prototypes.
- Travel primarily within Saskatchewan, with occasional travel to other provinces to support installations, service, and training (service vehicle provided).
Skills and Qualifications:
- Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair technical systems.
- Strong understanding of agricultural spraying systems (e.g., boom setups, nozzle selection, calibration, flow rates).
- Comfortable reading schematics, using diagnostic tools, and working with precision equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness, able to figure things out in the field.
- Self-motivated, independent, and not afraid to be self-taught; willing to ask questions and continuously learn.
- Customer-first mindset with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both farmers and dealers.
- Strong communication skills confident speaking with individuals and groups.
- Willingness to travel extensively across Saskatchewan, with occasional travel across Canada; flexible schedule outside of standard 9–5.
- Interest in agriculture and enthusiasm for applying technology to farming practices.
- Valid driver’s license (clean driving record).
- Ideally based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
WEED-IT Canada is a growing and innovative ag-tech company where you’ll have a high level of autonomy, direct impact on customer success, and the opportunity to grow alongside the business.
Compensation & Incentives:
Base Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 annually, depending on experience, technical capability, and agricultural background.
Bonus:
You will also be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan. In this first year of the plan, the bonus
opportunity is $1500 (less statutory deductions) for every successful system sale to which you materially contributed.
The bonus will be calculated and paid out quarterly. You must be actively employed by WEED-IT at the time of payment to be eligible for the bonus, unless otherwise agreed in writing. This plan will be reviewed and may be amended on an annual basis in WEED-IT’s sole discretion.
What WEED-IT Canada Offers:
- A hands-on role with a high level of autonomy in managing day-to-day field activities, while working collaboratively with leadership, with all sales activity coordinated through the General Manager in a growing ag-technology organization
- Competitive base salary with bonus opportunity tied to meaningful sales contribution
- Company-provided vehicle and laptop for business use
- Monthly cell phone allowance and home office allowance
- Health and benefits allowance provided until a formal group benefits plan is implemented
- RRSP contribution support, with intent to transition to a group RRSP program as the company grows
- Three (3) weeks of annual vacation, plus statutory holidays in accordance with applicable employment standards
- Flexible, results-focused work schedule aligned to the needs of the role and the agricultural season
- Direct impact on customer success and Canadian agricultural sustainability
- Strong collaboration within a small, close-knit team
- Opportunities for growth as WEED-IT expands across additional territories and provinces
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to apply your technical skills in a role that combines innovation, agriculture, and independence, we’d love to hear from you.
Please email your application to: info@weed-it.ca
For questions, contact: Chris Hubbard at 403.892.5652 or Chris@Weed-IT.ca
www.weed-it.ca
POSTPONED | April 7
Invitation to Special Launch of the SixRing™ TeraCoat™ & TeraSix™ Family of Seed & Crop Stimulants – Limited Supply for Customers of Johnston’s Grain
Johnston’s Grain is pleased to partner with SixRing™ to introduce their unique family of lignin-derived crop & seed stimulants, notably its SeedShield™ seed dressing, and their FieldEdge™ foliar. These are products that have extraordinary molecular performance that will optimize your overall crop health and fertilizer investments and / or minimize the effects of the current fertilizer market volatility via their unique signaling properties. Derived from non-food-based lignocellulosic biomass via the SixRing™ patented processes and methods, the TeraCoatTM &TeraSix™ family of stimulants are uniquely rich in carboxylic acids and phenol groups, only observed in their products. Importantly, they are characterized by a very small molecular structure that allows for optimal seed and plant absorption of natural signals that encourage optimal germination and overall plant vitality. These are molecules that can achieve results typically only observed from synthetic hormones yet are 100% natural and EDTA free. The Johnston’s team is pleased to be one of Canada’s only early distributors of the TeraCoatTM &TeraSix™ family of products, with access to limited supplies for the 2026 growing season.
Join us for a special webinar to introduce the science behind the products, led by the SixRing™ Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Markus Weissenberger Ph.D, and Senior Lab Manager Alejandra Enriquez Ph.D (see bios below). Attached you will find more detailed information on the TeraCoatTM & TeraSix™ products, and we include a short video that introduces some of the unique science involved.
NEW WEBINAR DATE
Tuesday, April 7th 2026
10:00AM-11:00AM Mountain Time
Click the link below to sign up for our Webinar!
Webinar Form – Fill out form
CTO Markus Weissenberger has over 25 years of international research and development experience with renowned research facilities and diverse industrial fields. He holds a PhD in physical and polymer chemistry from the University of Potsdam/Germany and executed his research work at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Germany. Markus has a profound working knowledge of the chemical industry and energy business. He leads an experienced R&D team at SixRing Inc. and has intensive experience in international commercialization of new products and processes. Markus leads the IP generation activities at SixRing and has authored more than 100 patents.
Alejandra Enriquez brings more than a decade of experience in formulation, chemical development, and advanced analytical techniques. She holds an M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Bioinorganic Chemistry from the University of Calgary, where she developed deep expertise in biochemical methods and a broad suite of characterization tools used to study chemical reactivity and structure of various chemicals, from catalysts to pharmaceutical leads.At SixRing, Alejandra leads multidisciplinary projects that apply SixRing’s technology across diverse sectors, including agriculture, biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and industrial chemistry. She has extensive experience integrating chemical and biological processes and has played a key role in advancing several commercial applications of SixRing’s product platforms, contributing to over 20 patents.
Click the dropdown options below for a summary of each product
TeraCoat -SeedShield
TeraSix – TeraTurf
TeraSix – Field Edge
Tour the SixRing™ facility here: Our Process — SixRing
Treads
📍 Treads Service Brooks, AB – (403) 363-5556
📍Cypress Tire Maple Creek, SK – (306) 661-8081
📞 Office (Sales & Quotes): (844)-324-7778 or (403)-266-7067
🌐 Visit us online: www.treads.ca
Logistics Update
Bulk capacity is looking good this week ahead of the spring rush period, shippers should be able to find capacity for most lanes, although South-North may be difficult. While capacity should remain plentiful for the coming weeks, fuel has jumped significantly this week with rates likely to follow.
We have trucks in the below areas next week looking for reloads:
| Equipment | Location | Looking to Get To |
| SuperB Hopper | Vancouver, BC | AB, SK |
| SuperB Hopper | Alberta | SK, MB |
| SuperB Hopper | Saskatchewan | Coronach, SK |
| SuperB Deck | Saskatoon, SK, Regina, SK | Anywhere |
Due to the conflict in the Middle East and the associated rise in fuel prices, expect rate increases across the board on all transportation both inland and ocean. Depending on vessel access to the Strait of Hormuz, it is likely that we see additional tightness on container equipment in the near future as well with longer transit times.
If you have bulk, dry van, deck or container freight to move, please reach out to logistics@johnstonsgrain.com for a competitive quote!
CHEMICAL BASE PRICING:
Glyphosate 540: $5.99/L (500L or 1000L totes)
Glufosinate 150: $4.49/L (500L or 1000L totes)
Glufosinate 200: $7.19/L (500L or 1000L totes)
500L or 1000L
Additional quantity and bundling discounts available.
SOIL SAMPLING PROGRAM:
Full-Spectrum Analysis Cost:$149/sample
Advanced Fertility Recommendation: Free & Highly Valuable
For full program details ask to be connected to a Johnston’s Regenerative rep.
Upcoming Tradeshows!
Our sales and management team will be attending the following trade shows in 2026, and we look forward to seeing you there! A quick reminder: if you have soil samples for analysis, you’re welcome to drop them off at our booth along with the completed fertility questionnaire during any trade show!
Western Canadian Crop Production Show | Jan 13-15 | Saskatoon SKManitoba Ag Days | Jan 20-22 | Brandon MBSaskSoil Soil Health Conference | February 11-12 | Saskatoon SKAgriVisions | Feb 11-12 | Lloydminster ABAg Expo | Feb 25-27 | Lethbridge ABOrganic Alberta | March 13-14 | Beaumont AB- Cypress County Farm Show | June 11-12 | Medicine Hat AB
- Ag in Motion | July 21-23 | Langham SK
Contact Information
To reach a territorial rep, please call:
Calgary Northeast (Calgary Office): Garrett Forster – (604) 613-8813 (garrett.forster@johnstonsgrain.com)
Calgary South (Calgary Office): Kurt Paskal – (403) 899-0308 (kurt@johnstonsgrain.com)
Edmonton, AB Area: Devan Launer – (780) 239-4786 (devan@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Northwest, SK (Lashburn): Kylar Hope – (306) 361-0053 (kylar@johnstonsgrain.com)
Central Sask–Lucky Lake: Adam Sheppard – (306) 858-3002 (adam@johnstonsgrain.com)
SE Sask & SW Man (Welwyn Office): Mark Rankin – (306) 434-8873 (mark@johnstonsgrain.com)
Sask & Mb: Karlee Stanhope – (306) 434-7637 (karlee@johnstonsrgrain.com)
To reach a sales agronomist, please call:
Randy Adrian: (306) 294-0042
Deepak Chaunkaria: (844) 324-7778
Travis Albrecht, Director of Johnston’s Regenerative, please call: (403) 502-6332 (travis@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Michael Launer, Director of Johnston’s Regenerative, Lead Annelida Sales Rep, please call: (780) 232-0358 (michael@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Allan Johnston, Founder of Johnstons Grain & Chief Grain Broker: (844) 324-7778
(allan@johnstonsgrain.com)
Trades Update
Johnstons Grain
| Contract Date | Commodity | Grade | Price | Quantity | Seller Location | Shipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-30 | Red Lentils | #2 or Better | $0.25/lb FOB Farm | Approx Gross 86mt (2lds x 43mt) | Vulcan, AB | 04/01/26 – 04/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Brown Flax | #1 | $17.25 bushel FOB Farm | 43Mt approx / gross | Liberty, SK | 06/01/26 – 07/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Feed Barley | Feed, >48 lbs, <14.8% Moisture, <1 ppm vomi | $5.00/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 88 Mt | Redvers, SK | 08/01/26 – 09/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Feed Barley | FEED | Min:48lbs | $5.25/bu FOB Farm | approx gross: 44mt | Moosomin, SK | 04/01/26 – 04/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Barley | HEATED/DAMAGED | min:48lbs | Max: 17% moisture | M… | $3.50/bu FOB Farm | approx gross: 30mt | Yorkton, SK | 03/30/26 – 04/03/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Brown Flax | # 1 | $17.60 / bu FOB Farm | 168 Mt /6,600 bus | Ogema, SK | 01/01/27 – 03/21/27 |
| 2026-03-30 | Feed Barley | Feed >48 lbs, <14.8% Moisture, <1 ppm vomi | $5.00/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 176 Mt | Redvers, SK | 08/01/26 – 09/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Feed Barley | Feed, >48 lbs, <14.8% Moisture, <1 ppm vomi | $5.00/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 220 Mt | Bellegarde, SK | 08/01/26 – 09/30/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Brown Flax | #1 | $17.40/bu FOB Farm | Approx Gross 387mt (9lds x 43mt) | Radville, SK | 03/31/26 – 04/10/26 |
| 2026-03-30 | Feed Wheat | Red wheat, >58 lbs, <14.5% Moisture | $6.50/bu FOB Farm | Approx Gross 528mt (12lds x 44mt) | Kipling, SK | 06/01/26 – 07/31/26 |
Total Tonnage: 1,770MT
Johnstons Connected
| Origin | Commodity | Product Type | Grade | Price | Volume | Ship Begin | Ship End | Delivery Type | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | Barley | – | Feed | CAD $299.00 / MT | 132 MT | 2026-03-30 | 2026-03-31 | Delivered | Lethbridge, AB, CAN |
Total Tonnage: 132MT
Johnstons Connected Trading Platform
Access the link below in order to create your Johnstons Connected Trading Platform account. Once registered and verified, you’ll be able to set Target Price Agreements (TPAs) across our entire grain marketing network granting you access to large selection of commercial buyers & farm grain resellers, making it easier to buy and sell grain at the price that you want!
Johnston’s Connected Home Page
Western Canadian Weather Update
CALGARY SASKATOON WINNIPEGBulk Fuel
To request quotes from the largest bulk provider of Esso branded fuels in Western Canada, follow the link below to our website and fill out a very simple application form.
Currency Update
USD into CAD: $1.3954
CAD into USD:$0.7166
Commodities Update(USD$)
Jun’26 Live Cattle: $240.975
Jun’26 Lean Hogs: $105.400
Oil (WTI): $104.36
Oil (WCS): $83.39
Gold: $4,611.26
Silver: $73.61
Bitcoin: $67,624.00
Ethereum: $2,085.31
Daily Joke
Email your jokes to garrett.forster@johnstonsgrain.com with “Daily Joke” in the subject line for a chance to have your joke featured on the daily!
Grain Bid Update
BARLEY
| Feed Barley | FOB Farm (Mar-Apr) |
| Medicine Hat, AB | $5.25-$5.50 |
| Red Deer, AB | $5.30-$5.55 |
| Edmonton, AB | $5.25-$5.40 |
| Swift Current, SK | $5.00-$5.40 |
| Saskatoon, SK | $4.85-$5.20 |
| Regina, SK | $5.20-$5.40 |
| Yorkton, SK | $4.85-$5.10 |
| Estevan, SK | $4.90-$5.25 |
| Brandon, MB | $4.75-$5.00 |
Southern Alberta Feed Barley (Delivered)
Apr $300
MJJ $313
Southern Alberta Feed Barley (Delivered)New Crop 26/27
SO $290
ND $290
JFM $295
Malt Barley
No bid
CANARY SEED
#1 Canada
$0.18-0.19/bu
FOB Farm Mar
CANOLA
Conventional Canola
$15.25/bu | Delivered
Southern-Alberta
Prompt
Conventional Canola
$14.00-$14.20/bu
FOB Farm May-July
Southeast Saskatchewan
Closing Futures Prices
May 2026 Futures: $733.70
July 2026 Futures: $746.40
We are always looking for tough, green, sprouted or heated canola. Please reach out with any offers
Non-Gmo Canola (Clearfield)
AMJ: Call for bid
July: Call For Bid
August: Call For Bid
CHICKPEAS
Kabuli Chickpeas
#2 Canada: $0.25-0.26/lb
FOB Farm for April-July
Max 10% 7mm, Min 30% 9mm
Feed/Sample Kabuli
$0.09-0.10/Lb
FOB Farm April Forward
Premiums for: Larger Sizing with Damage
Desi Chickpeas
Call for bid
CORN
#2CW Corn MB FOB Farm
Apr-May 2026: $5.10-5.20/bu
June-July 2026: $5.35-5.65/bu
Aug-Dec 2026: $5.00-5.30/bu
Jan-Mar 2027: $5.45-5.60
Subject to Reconfirmation*
Closing Futures Prices
May 26′ Futures: $453-2
July 26′ Futures: $464-2
Dec 26′ Futures: $480-6
Southern AB Corn (Delivered)
AM $290
JJ $293
AS $303
OND $307
Basis Contracts Available*
BEANS
Black Beans
Call for bid
Cranberry Beans
Call for bid
Great Northern Beans
Call for bid
Fababeans
$8/bu
FOB Farm
Central Sk
Pinto Beans
Call for bid
FLAX
Brown Flax
#1 Canada: $16.50-$17.25/bu
FOB Farm for April Forward | SK & Parts of MB
Possibly Into April & Beyond
#1 Canada: $17.00-17.50/bu
FOB Farm April, AB
Yellow Flax
#1 Canada: $23.25-23.75/bu
FOB Farm April
Highest Values Available In AB
Possibly Into April & Beyond
LENTILS
Large Greens (Lairds)
#2 Canada: $0.22-0.23/lb
FOB Farm for April forward
minimal demand
Medium Greens (Richleas)
No Bid
Small Greens (Estons)
#1 Canada: $0.18-0.19/lb
FOB Farm for April forward
minimal demand
Red Lentils
#2 Canada: $0.24-0.25/lb
FOB Farm for April
South-West SK
minimal demand
Feed Lentils
$0.11-0.12/lb
FOB farm April
French Green Lentils
#1 Can: $0.20-0.21/lb
FOB Farm April
minimal demand
Beluga Lentils (Black)
Call for Bid
MUSTARD
Yellow Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.36-0.37/lb
FOB farm for April
Possibly Beyond
Brown Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.30-0.31/lb
FOB farm for April
Possibly Beyond
Oriental Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.37-0.38/lb
FOB farm for April
Freight Area Sensitive*
OATS
Milling Oats (Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.00-3.30/bu
FOB Farm May-July | Southeast Sk | West MB
freight area sensitive*
$3.00-3.50/bu
FOB Farm AMJ
SK
Subject to Reconfirmation
Feed Oats (38-40Lb/Bu)
$2.25-$2.60/bu
FOB Farm April & Beyond
Discounts for lighter product
Freight area sensitive
Closing Futures Prices
May 2026 Futures: $358-6
July 2026 Futures: $362-0
PEAS
Yellow Peas
#2 Canada: $8.50-9.00/bu
FOB Farm April
Southern Alberta
Subject to reconfirmation
#2 Canada: $7.50-8.00/bu
FOB Farm April
Eastern Sk | Western MB
Subject to reconfirmation
Green Peas
#2 Canada: $9.00-10.00/bu
FOB farm April & Beyond
Maple Peas
Mosaic: $11/bu
Acers: $11/bu
Blazers: $11/bu
FOB farm April-May,
Within 3-hours of Calgary
Subject to Reconfirmation
Feed Peas
$6.00-$6.50/bu
FOB farm April: AB/SK/MB
RYE
Hybrid Rye
$4.00-$4.50/bu
FOB farm April Forward
Open-Pollinated Rye
$4.00-4.50/bu
FOB farm April Forward
SOYBEANS
Soybeans
US #2 or better:
$13.25-$13.75/bu
FOB Farm Mar
SE SK & SW Manitoba
Higher values available closer to Winnipeg*
Closing Futures Prices
May 26′ Futures: $1160-6
July 26′ Futures: $1176-0
Nov 26′ Futures: $1144-4
WHEAT
#1 CWRS 13.8% Pro:
$8.25/bu Delivered
Southern-Alberta
April
#1 CWRS Min:14.0% Pro:
Call For Bid
#1 CWAD (Durum)
Call For Bid
Feed Wheat
$6.30-$6.65/bu
FOB Farm: Most Areas*
Triticale
$4.25-4.75/bu
FOB Farm April & Beyond
