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Barley organization to streamline

By Alberta Barley July 23, 2019

Alberta Barley is welcoming the Barley Council of Canada’s decision to undergo a “strategic realignment.” Changes will involve collaboration on delivery of service and sharing of resources with Cereals Canada, the Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre, and the Brewing and Malting Barley Research Institute. The move follows a review by the Barley Roundtable, an initiative […] Read more

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New chairs for Alberta Barley and Alberta Wheat

By Alberta Barley, Alberta Wheat January 4, 2019

Dave Bishop is the new chair of Alberta Barley and will soon be joined by another new chair of the commission’s sister organization, Alberta Wheat. Bishop, who farms near Barons and has been a director since 2015, was elected chair at Alberta Barley’s recent AGM, replacing Jason Lenz, who has been chair for the past […] Read more

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Alberta Barley seeking nominations

Deadline is Oct. 31

By Alberta Barley October 2, 2018

Alberta Barley is seeking nominations for 25 positions — two directors in Regions 5 and 6; one director-at-large for Regions 1, 3, 5, and 6; and 22 delegate spots. Any farmers seeking a director or director-at-large position must submit paperwork via fax to Alberta Barley at 1-403-291-0190 or by email to [email protected] by Oct. 31. […] Read more

There’s a risk that Bill C-49 won’t become law as the House of Commons only sits until June 22 to leave for summer break.

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Transport bill delays blasted

By Alberta Barley, Alberta Wheat Commission May 16, 2018

Delays in passing Bill C-49, the Transportation Modernization Act, means farmers could see another crop year with no mechanisms in place to hold the railways accountable, say the Alberta Wheat Commission and Alberta Barley. Read more: Grain groups rip lawmakers over derailed transport bill Political manoeuvring has stalled the legislation and there’s an increasing risk […] Read more

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Checkoff tax credits available for farmers

By Alberta Barley March 9, 2018

Alberta Barley advises farmers that 17 per cent of their 2017 checkoff payment is eligible for the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit. Farmers must include Form T661 with their tax return along with either Form T2SCH31 (incorporated businesses) or Form T2038 (individuals). Farmers can learn more about the SR&ED program by visiting […] Read more

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Jason Lenz continues as Alberta Barley chair

By Alberta Barley January 3, 2018

Alberta Barley’s board of directors has re-elected Jason Lenz as chair and Dave Bishop as vice-chair. Lenz has been with Alberta Barley since becoming a delegate in 2009 and farms 2,500 acres of canola, wheat, barley, and fababeans near Bentley and also has a small cow-calf herd. Bishop, who farms near Barons, has been a […] Read more

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Have your say on new national food policy

By Alberta Barley July 24, 2017

Alberta farmers are being urged to participate in online consultations on the federal government’s new national food policy. “We are pleased to see the federal government engaging with stakeholders across the food industry,” said Jason Lenz, Alberta Barley chair. “The input of farmers in particular will add perspective to this complex policy objective.” Ottawa is […] Read more

Cereals, News

Get the lowdown on grain grading

Workshop in Olds on July 27

By Alberta Barley July 24, 2017

[UPDATED: July 24, 2017]*: The Making the Grade workshop will be held at Olds College on July 27. Producers will participate in hands-on grading workshops for barley, canola, wheat, and pulses. Speakers from the Canadian Grains Commission, Cigi, and the Canola Council of Canada will guide participants through the details of grading parameters and practices. As […] Read more

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Checkoff refund deadline looming

By Alberta Barley July 19, 2016

The deadline for applying for a refund for wheat and barley checkoffs is at the end of the month. The five-year transitional Wheat and Barley Check-Off was established four years ago and is administered by Alberta Barley. The checkoff is 48 cents per tonne of wheat and 56 cents per tonne of barley (four cents […] Read more

Barley, Cereals

New guide to feed barley for producers

By Alberta Barley June 26, 2015

The Barley Grain Feed Industry Guide is a new publication from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in conjunction with Alberta Barley. The 34-page guide was compiled by ruminant nutrition expert Tim McAllister of Ag Canada’s Lethbridge Research Centre and post-doctoral researcher Sarah Meale. It features work of leading researchers in feed barley breeding, processing, and feed […] Read more

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Author Archives Alberta Barley

Barley organization to streamline

New chairs for Alberta Barley and Alberta Wheat

Alberta Barley seeking nominations

Transport bill delays blasted

Checkoff tax credits available for farmers

Jason Lenz continues as Alberta Barley chair

Have your say on new national food policy

Get the lowdown on grain grading

Checkoff refund deadline looming

New guide to feed barley for producers

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