Reading Time: < 1 minute Applications for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance initiative close at midnight Jan. 15. Benefits will be based on a feed-need calculation for feed costs incurred due to lost grazing days for eligible breeding animals on hand as of Dec. 31, 2023. Eligible producers must: be located (livestock or residence) in specified municipalities; have altered […] Read more
Agrirecovery deadline approaches
Alberta government seeks water supply insight
Reading Time: < 1 minute The Alberta government is issuing a request for proposal to help conduct modelling throughout the winter and to work with municipalities, water users, industry and others to explore ways to maximize the province’s water supply, if needed. Along with the request, government officials are meeting with municipalities, water users, farmers, industry and others to share […] Read more
Interpreting seed test results
Reading Time: < 1 minute Seed tests are a great way for producers to learn seed quality and health. Testing seed after harvest and again in the spring can provide seed management insights. A fall seed quality test gives an indication of the grain’s potential as seed. Spring testing gives insight into changes that may have occurred during winter storage. […] Read more
Buying or selling a confined feeding operation
Reading Time: < 1 minute When planning to buy or sell a confined feeding operation (CFO), consider contacting the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) early in the process to understand the rights and obligations under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act. Anyone who buys or otherwise acquires a CFO permit must inform the NRCB of the change in ownership by contacting […] Read more
What to consider when valuing a crop for livestock feed
Reading Time: < 1 minute Many beef producers are looking for alternative feed sources to get their cattle through the winter. Some hope to work with neighbouring farmers to obtain that feed. The question is how to value it in a way that provides value to both the farmer and the cattle producer. Buyers and sellers need to consider accessibility, […] Read more
Irrigated crop production update
Conference to be held Jan. 18, 2024
Reading Time: < 1 minute Lethbridge College is collaborating with the agriculture industry, farmers, government agencies and academic partners to present the Irrigated Crop Production Update at the Lethbridge Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre on Jan. 18, 2024. The conference will feature presentations on: The college has also applied for Certified Crop Advisor and Pesticide Applicator credits for the event, […] Read more
Alberta Lamb Producers seeks board member
Reading Time: < 1 minute The Alberta Lamb Producers board of directors has an opening for one interim director-at- large position. This position may be filled by a producer living in any area of Alberta (i.e.no zone requirements), and will be filled through appointment by the board. The application deadline is Dec. 31. Applicants must be a sheep producer residing […] Read more
Wheat quality excellent in 2023
Reading Time: < 1 minute Cereals Canada has released the 2023 New Wheat Crop Report, which provides a quality and functionality update to domestic and global customers of Canadian wheat. Despite a challenging growing season that led to variable yields and below-average production, Canada produced another top-quality wheat crop. It had excellent quality in all wheat classes. Most of it […] Read more
No herd rebuild seen
Reading Time: < 1 minute Though cattle prices are at record highs and there is strong demand for beef, producers have not responded with herd expansion. Ann Boyda, Alberta livestock market analyst, says the proportion of female cattle slaughter relative to total cattle slaughter has increased, making it more difficult to rebuild the herd. Over the last decade, Western Canada […] Read more
Keep your crops market ready
Reading Time: < 1 minute The quality and reputation of Canadian canola, cereals and pulses are amongst the best in the world, and Canadian growers work hard to produce crops to the highest standard. An important part of maintaining the trust of Canada’s domestic processors, grain buyers and export customers relies on meeting the residue tolerances of Canada’s global customers. […] Read more
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