Reading Time: 4 minutes These are difficult days for farmers — but also a time to look at what you can do differently. “If you’re not a top performer, you’re likely not consistently profitable, you’re going to be susceptible to those market fluctuations, and you’re probably unable to consistently invest in your business,” said Connie Adam, associate partner at […] Read more
When times get tough, toughing it out may not be the answer
Some farmers are way more profitable than others — so do what they do, says farm finance expert
Where to get information on COVID-19 in Alberta
Reading Time: < 1 minute The provincial government website offers a wide range of information on the COVID-19 pandemic. The site has information on the current number of cases in Alberta (with a regional breakdown) and Canada, the number of tests conducted in the province, and updates from Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw. There are also […] Read more
Alberta Farmer Express: Response to COVID-19
Reading Time: < 1 minute For Alberta Farmer Express’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic, please click here (PDF).
The all-too-common pitfall of successful businesses
Growth brings rewards but also stretches the founder — especially if he or she hasn’t developed their team
Reading Time: 3 minutes What does success look like to you? For many, success is measured in terms of net profit, wealth or an accumulation of assets. For others, it is the ability to put children through school, travel or to own a cabin. However measured, success is often tied to money and people. In my Nuffield travels and […] Read more
Alberta farm walking the walk on safety
Stamp Seeds has seen major growth and that’s prompted family to ‘put that culture of safety up front’
Reading Time: 3 minutes Much has changed at Stamp Seeds since it was founded by Richard and Marian Stamp more than 40 years ago. “We have a pretty dynamic farm — there’s never a day that goes by without something exciting happening,” said Richard. “But that is also why it’s been important to have a culture of safety on […] Read more
It was just an average day during harvest — and then there was a scream
Thanks to BeGrainSafe training, first responders were able to avert a tragedy
Reading Time: 3 minutes Grain entrapment happens quickly and is often fatal — but awareness and training can avert a tragedy. That was the case on Nov. 4 in Leamington, Ont. when grain rescue training, the proper equipment, and teamwork all combined to save the life of a 14-year-old girl trapped in corn. It was just a regular fall […] Read more
Where to get information on COVID-19 in Alberta
Reading Time: < 1 minute The provincial government website at alberta.ca offers a wide range of information on the COVID-19 pandemic. The site has information on the current number of cases in Alberta (with a regional breakdown) and Canada, the number of tests conducted in the province, and updates from Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw. There […] Read more
Don’t just rely on your cellphone when working alone on the farm
Farm Safety Week: Old-school tech, GPS devices and careful planning can come through if your cellphone fails you
Reading Time: 5 minutes Cellphones have made it easier for producers to communicate on the job — especially ones working alone. In the event of an injury, a one-touch emergency cell call can mean the difference between life and death. But as great as cellphones may be, they’re not the be-all and end-all of an on-farm communications plan. Congratulations […] Read more
‘Common sense’ isn’t an alternative to communication
Never stop talking about dangers and safe practices, says safety-minded Alberta producer
Reading Time: 4 minutes A farm, particularly during a busy season, is at best barely controlled chaos, with vehicles, equipment, employees and even kids all competing for the same farmyard real estate. So how do you bring order to that chaos and keep everyone safe? Ask Hanneke Camps and she’ll tell you communication is the key. Although everyone talks […] Read more
4-H Alberta revamps, gets long-term funding
Reading Time: < 1 minute 4-H Alberta has struck a deal with the province that will see it receive stable funding for the next decade while revamping its organizational structure. The organization hailed the changes as “a bold new blueprint for the future of the 4-H movement in the province.” “After extensive consultations throughout Alberta, the three partners responsible for […] Read more
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