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The latest numbers from the sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights show continuing strong interest in Saskatchewan's energy resources. October's land sale netted the province $16.3 million in revenue, up considerably from the $10.5 million generated in the August sale. Total revenue for the calendar year from land sales now sits at $63.5 million. "Industry's interest in acquiring oil and gas properties reflects both its confidence in our economic climate and the sustained improvement in commodity prices," Industry and Resources Minister Eric Cline said.