Man and woman kneeling in a vegetable garden.

It’s not your regular farming, but community-supported agriculture catching on

Most community-supported agriculture operations grow vegetables — lots and lots of them

Reading Time: 2 minutes One size does not fit all when it comes to community-supported agriculture in Alberta, according to a recent Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development study. “We talked to 25 different people, and we got 25 different answers on how you do a (community-supported agriculture program),” said project consultant Brenda Frick of Resilient Solutions Consulting. Community-supported agriculture, or […] Read more

Your farm safety resolutions for 2014

ARD has prepared a checklist to start the new year off on the right foot

Reading Time: 2 minutes The New Year brings with it talk of resolutions. Resolutions; however, have a reputation for being declared and then forgotten. This year, why not make a promise that involves your family and their future? Make a promise to create a safer work environment on your farming operation. “Chances are you include an element of safety […] Read more


Alberta insect forecasts for 2014

Maps indicate where insects could be a problem for growing season

Reading Time: < 1 minute Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development has posted its annual insect forecast maps online. The maps indicate where insects could be an issue during the growing season and can help in formulating plans for seeding and pest control. “The biggest new insect issue is wheat midge in the Fahler area of the Peace area as well […] Read more