The Canada Saskatchewan Irrigation Diversification Centre (CSIDC) and the University of Saskatchewan are excellent sources of information on adapted specialty crops.
Herbs and Spices
Information on growing herbs and spices can be found at the following:
- Herb and Spice Directory (Saskatchewan)
- Special Crops Directory (Alberta)
- Medicinal and Aromatic Research (University of Saskatchewan)
- Saskatchewan Herb and Spice Association
- Production of Echinacea
- Production of Feverfew
Agroforestry
Agroforestry is a developing industry in Saskatchewan. It may have a fit with irrigation when combined with waste water or biosolid utilization to increase the financial viability of such a venture. Trees like poplar and higher-value lumber species can be grown for a variety of end uses.
Centre for Northern Agroforestry and Afforestation (Saskatchewan)
Energy Crops
Biomass production for energy is gaining attention because of potential for utilization to produce heat, electricity or biofuel. It may also work well with waste water utilization as an irrigated crop.