Reading Time: < 1 minute Preparing for winter manure spreading, even if it is not needed, will save time, money and stress if the need arises. Trevor Wallace, provincial nutrient management specialist with the Alberta government, says extreme weather events, full manure storages, delayed harvest or contractor availability may be some of the most common reasons a farm operator may […] Read more
Winter manure management
Assistance for irrigation improvements on deck
Reading Time: < 1 minute Alberta farmers may be looking towards improving their on-farm irrigation systems for the upcoming season. Marie Oxley, provincial irrigation management specialist, says Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation helps fund equipment upgrades through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership Water Program. It provides grants for existing irrigated agriculture operations in Alberta to increase on-farm water and energy savings. […] Read more
Forage sources sought
Reading Time: < 1 minute As winter begins, cattle and sheep producers are reassessing their forage needs and sources to ensure they have adequate feed for the winter. Neil Blue, provincial crops market analyst with the Alberta government, says although the early season dry weather allowed hay crops to be harvested in good condition, there were lower than average yields. […] Read more
Harvest sample program runs until month’s end
Reading Time: < 1 minute Farmers have until Nov. 30 to submit samples to the Canadian Grain Commission’s Harvest Sample Program. It’s a voluntary program open to all Canadian grain producers. In exchange for the samples, they’ll receive valuable insight into the quality of the crop they have available to market this crop year, including:
Alberta Pulse Growers seeks advisors
Reading Time: < 1 minute Pulse producers who want to grow the province’s pulse industry while developing their own leadership skills are invited to let their names stand for election as an Alberta Pulse Growers advisor at zone meetings this fall. “I strongly encourage any interested pulse farmers to join the APG team,” said chair Shane Strydhorst. “I started out […] Read more
ABP delegate nominations open for 2024
Nomination forms must be submitted by Nov. 15
Reading Time: < 1 minute Alberta Beef Producers’ delegate nominations are now open, with two-year positions available in all five zones and one-year positions available in central, northwest, and southeast zones. Delegates represent the needs and ideas of producers in their local area and keep them informed on the latest from ABP. Nominees should be passionate about Alberta’s beef industry, […] Read more
Innovation a focus at Agri-Trade
The 15th annual Ag Innovations award offers a $25,000 grand prize to the winner
Reading Time: 3 minutes The 15th annual ag innovations award is expected to be a highlight of this year’s Agri-Trade Equipment Expo in Red Deer. There are five finalists in the competition, which offers a $25,000 grand prize. The innovations are born from years of dedication and ingenuity, says Craig Shaw, ag innovations committee chair. “Innovation is the cornerstone […] Read more
Keeping grains safe when in storage
Reading Time: < 1 minute Storage considerations must be top of mind as a variable crop is harvested in Alberta. Grain temperature and moisture are two key factors for safe grain storage. If one or both are not properly managed, the risk of spoiled grain can increase significantly. To help prevent spoilage, the Canadian Grain Commission has developed storage charts […] Read more
Farmfair anticipates robust cattle shows
Honey show, youth career fair and other facets to round out the 2023 event
Reading Time: 2 minutes Farmfair International is poised to return to Edmonton Nov. 8-11. Organizers say the event has been Alberta’s largest beef cattle show for nearly 50 years, at which exhibitors from across Western Canada gather to show their top livestock genetics to purebred producers, local ranchers and international buyers. Boasting the largest purse in Canada, Farmfair International […] Read more
RDAR launches second funding round
Reading Time: < 1 minute Results Driven Agricultural Research (RDAR) has opened applications for its Accelerating Agricultural Innovations 2.0 program. It is inviting eligible applicants to submit letters of intent. All research projects must: Contain a ‘Final Mile’ plan: A clear research extension plan to show how research outcomes will reach Alberta’s producers on-farm, either directly or through ancillary service […] Read more
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