
Tag Archives Agricultural Research and Extension Council of Alberta

Alberta producers create a buzz on their farms with pollinator program
Program encourages farmers to seed an acre or two with plants that attract pollinators and build biodiversity

First the cows, then the grass, and then the soil
Winner of top environmental award for cattle producers says stewardship is a journey that never ends

New non-bloating legume can power up your pastures
After years of development, a new and improved sainfoin variety is being field tested across the province
Grazing cattle on legumes offers unique benefits

It’s not your imagination — there are more gophers this year
Sadly, there aren’t many control methods that can reduce the large gopher population

Environmental farm plans to cover species at risk
A new online tool will include technical tips and best management practices for protecting species at risk and habitat

International Year of Soils ends with a bang in Alberta
Attendees at sold-out conference say it was a thrill to gather with people who ‘get’ soil health

Hay! Guess who’s hiring a forage researcher?
New forage research job at Beaverlodge is a pleasant surprise after years of funding cutbacks

Environmental Farm Plan being streamlined
Changes sparked by study comparing the plan to three international sustainable sourcing standards

Soil health conference bringing in leading experts
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