The value of biodiversity to farming on the prairies

Farmers integrate environmental and economic concerns on a daily basis. Agricultural productivity depends on and benefits from biodiversity. As a result, farmers are, and need to be, stewards of Saskatchewan’s natural capital. Diverse agroecosystems can contribute to a healthy environment and improve agricultural productivity. The Agriculture & Biodiversity series includes the fact sheets ‘The Value of Biodiversity to Farming on the Prairies’, ‘The Value of Biodiversity to Ranching on the Prairies’ and ‘Biodiversity Benefits – Companion Sheet’.