“The Kinsella Research Ranch will be officially re-named in honour of Dr. Roy Berg who revolutionized the Alberta cattle industry with his groundbreaking research on cattle breeding and livestock genetics, conducted at the Kinsella Ranch from 1960 to 1988.” Ceremony followed by lunch and field day events. For more info visit http://www.ales.ualberta.ca/FacultyResearch/RoyBergFieldDay.aspx

The symposium “will share the latest update on snowpack data and river forecasting, as well as assessments of mitigation options for Alberta’s most flood-prone river basins. Experts will also speak to the critical role natural headwaters play in flood and drought mitigation.” For more info or to register CLICK HERE.

“Western Canada’s premier forum on land-use research, planning and policy.” Focus for 2014 on three key areas: Urbanization and loss of agricultural land, What makes wetland policy effective, and Paying for ecosystem services on private land. Keynote: WWF-Canada CEO David Miller. For more info visit http://www.landuse2014.ca

“The objective of this timely summit is to bring a wide range of stakeholders and experts together to share information regarding the current state of grain movements, price and income prognosis, and to discuss short and long run solutions… This one-day summit is for all involved and/or interested in the production, handling and transportation of grain […]

“This international event will connect Canada’s grains, oilseeds and pulse crop supply chains with buyers and importers from around the globe to showcase Canada’s growing capacity to export food and feed commodities.” For more info call 204-925-2130 or visit the Canada Grains Council website.

“At this meeting, we will bring you up-to-date on the pullet producers’ application for Part 2 Agency status with the Farm Products Council of Canada, introduce consultations on animal welfare and answer your questions. Elections for PGC representation will also be held. Light refreshments will be served.” For more info call 613-912-0982, ext. 113, or email […]

“FutureFare is the Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency’s annual feature celebration of Alberta’s dynamic agricultural leaders who, with foresight and an industrious spirit, are helping transform Alberta’s meat and livestock sector… Join us at Futurefare 2014: Feeding the Demand on June 16 and 17, 2014, to discover the names and faces behind the innovative projects […]

“Advancing Women is created for every woman who wants to achieve success in her career, family, community, financial independence and relationships in and outside the workplace. Whether you are in a career path with an organization, starting your own business, looking for your dream job or wanting to hone your overall life skills, this conference […]

Events include Farming Smart crop production and technology show, equine clinics and seminars, Canadian College Finals Rodeo, Alpaca Spring Show. Show runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more info call 1-877-471-7472, email [email protected] or visit http://farmandranchshow.com

“Growers, researchers, policy makers and others interested in conservation agriculture are encouraged to attend the WCCA to network with peers from around the world, discuss policy affecting adoption of conservation practices and review the application of the latest research in the field.” For more info visit http://www.ctic.purdue.edu/WCCA/