Date extended for consultation period of changes to CWD program
CFIA extends CWD control program consultation deadline
What is going on deep below the surface?
Even 60 centimetres below, microbial communities can affect how organic matter breaks down
Reading Time: 4 minutes Researchers are diving deep into the soil - more than 60 cm. below the surface - to find out how microbial communities shape how carbon and nitrogen cycle through our soils.
Men’s mental health advocate says sharing personal stories and communicating crucial to mental health
Bob Wilkie says sharing personal stories and communicating crucial to mental health
Reading Time: 5 minutes Former professional hockey player says awareness and support for men’s mental health is improving, but there is still a long way to go.
Scientist working with nanotechnology to control pests in crops
Nanotechnology allows research to targest pests at DNA level
Reading Time: 4 minutes Researchers from Agriculture and Agri-food Canada are working with nanotechnology to targest pest insects in crops.
Alberta has adequate feed supplies going into winter
Hay yields spotty in some areas, but overall feed situation is decent
Reading Time: 4 minutes Hay yields across Alberta were varied, but one expert says feed supplies are in strong supply for Alberta producers for the upcoming winter.
Alberta announces new studies to account for future water needs in southern Alberta
WSP Canada hired to conduct study on whether to build dam or reservoir on Belly River in southern Alberta
Reading Time: 2 minutes Alberta’s government is undertaking a review of potential sites for dams and other infrastructure to prepare for future water needs.
Alberta Agriculture First: A new mandate for Alberta’s ag minister
Minister RJ Sigurdson’s new directives focus on reducing bureaucratic barriers, improve irrigation
Reading Time: 5 minutes The Minister for Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, received his new mandate letter from the premier. The suggestions in the letter are a blueprint to driving agriculture in the province ahead.
Sundre rancher wins Canadian Cattle award
Brianna Elliot, participant in this year’s Canadian Cattle Youth Leaders program, awarded the 2025 Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award
Reading Time: 4 minutes Brianna Elliot, a cow/calf rancher from Sundre, is this year’s recipient of the annual Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award.
Western Canadian innovation driving agricultural resilience
Innovation, improved farming practices and cooperation helped western Canada make key strides in sustainability, said panel
Reading Time: 4 minutes Western Canada is driving innovation and sustainable farming in the agriculture world.
Big Marble Farms to boost production, lower costs with government grant
Emissions Reduction Alberta showcases new energy program at Big Marble Farms, a greenhouse vegetable producer near Medicine Hat
Reading Time: 4 minutes Big Marble Farms near Medicine Hat is receiving a $2.2 million grant from Emissions Reduction Alberta to install cutting-edge horticultural grow lights.
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