‘Time to make the change’: Pineview Farms to shut down after decades in business [Video]

After more than a quarter-century in business, Melanie and Kevin Boldt, co-owners of Pineview Farms, find themselves busier than ever.

The store, half an hour outside of Saskatoon, has drawn customers from city and rural communities alike for 26 years.

The Boldts say they’re experiencing a surge in orders as everyone from locals to out-of-towners rush to secure their final purchases before Pineview Farms closes its doors for good.

“We looked at our age and where we’re at in life. As well as the chronic labor shortage we’re experiencing in the meat industry,” Melanie explained. “So when we put all those things together, it looked like maybe this is the time to make the change in our careers.”

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The Boldts, though acknowledging that the decision came a bit earlier than planned, felt compelled to take this …