Getting Into Local Foods workshop: Eileen Kotowich has details of the November 6, 2018 event in Castor. Harvest Sample Program deadlines extended: The Canadian Grain Commission has extended the deadlines so more producers can benefit from this service. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson of ProMarket Communications.
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Alberta Beef Producers plebiscite: A reminder of the plebiscite and voting options. Beef Cattle Research Council webinars: Stacey Domolewski discusses the content of this year's webinar series. Check your dugout: Dan Benson discusses inspecting your dugout this fall. Fall harvesting alfalfa: Karin Lindquist has tips for fall harvesting alfalfa.
Cow feeding economics: Ted Nibourg discusses factors when developing a feed strategy. Second cut alfalfa: Karin Lindquist discusses when to cut to prevent the risk of winterkill. UFA donation to Olds College: UFA has committed half a million dollars over five years to Olds College and its focus on agriculture …
Agriculture industry survey: The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council is undertaking a survey on labour shortages and where the industry is going. Dairy Cost Study: Pauline Van Biert looks at the benefits producers receive when they sign up for this free program. Local Food Council meets: The province's first ever …
Harvest progress: Harvest progress as of the October 16, 2018 Alberta Crop Report. Lakeland College is the first post-secondary institution in Alberta to attain Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) certification. Weekly livestock market summary: The latest livestock market news with Herb Lock of FarmSense Marketing.
Dean Dyck examines potential costs and how to calculate the cost of drying grain. Preparing trees for winter.: There are a number of things to keep in mind to help trees and shrubs stay healthy over winter. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson …
Inspect your dugout: Dan Benson says it is important to regularly inspect the dugout, especially before winter sets in. Livestock Crossings Tour: The Mighty Peace Watershed Alliance is hosting a Livestock Crossings Tour tomorrow at Beaverlodge. Barry Yaremcio says if cattle are needing grain supplementation this winter, using high moisture …
Cleanfarms campaign in southern Alberta: Cleanfarms' obsolete pesticide and livestock medication collection program will be available in southern Alberta next week. Coping with stress: Dr. Nick Mitchell offers some suggestions for managing stress this fall. Cull cow markets: Jason Wood looks at the cull cow markets and slaughter numbers to …
AgriProfit$ benchmarks: Manglai outlines the updates made to the AgriProfit$ crops and forages benchmarks. Canadian Pulse Research workshop: Leanne Fischbuch has details of the October, 2018 workshop in Edmonton. Farm and ranch safety grant: A new farm and ranch safety grant has been launched to help eligible agriculture employers comply …
Crop harvesting update: Highlights from the October 9, 2018 Alberta Crop Report. Storage considerations when grain is damp: Harry Brook discusses what producers need to keep in mind. Weekly Livestock Market Summary: The latest livestock market news with Herb Lock of FarmSense Marketing.
Avoiding harvest-related fatigue: Ways to lessen its impact. . Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson of ProMarket Communications.
AFSC expands its lending program: Details from the announcement. We break down those numbers. Grain storage considerations: Avoiding issues with hot grain. How to apply.
Details of the Alberta Goat Association's annual convention October 26-28 in Grande Prairie. Far from ideal harvest conditions: What producers should keep in mind once the snow melts. Protecting hay from weather damage: How it can reduce your costs of wintering cows.
Harvest progress: Ashan Shooshtarian has highlights from the October 2, 2018. Holistic land design course: Takota Coen discusses the details and focus of this 6-day course. Who's eating Alberta beef?: Jason Wood has the numbers.
Pre-harvest herbicide use: Why conditions need to be right for applications to be effective. What to keep in mind when using firewood. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson of ProMarket Communications.
Alberta Barley elections: Nominations are now being accepted for Alberta Barley's 2018 director and delegate elections. Alberta Beef Producers plebiscite: Norine Moore has details on the plebiscite on the association's service charge model. Grant Lastiwka discusses the November 2018 conference in Calgary.
Dealing with heavy snow on trees: While most trees and shrubs in Alberta are well adapted to winter conditions, having a sudden heavy snowfall in the fall can be devastating. Sampling bales: Andrea Hanson discusses how to feed test bales. Western Livestock Price Insurance Program: Bill Hoar has details on …
Frost and moisture update: Ralph Wright takes a look at frost, snow and precipitation over the past 10 days. Preparing for fall tree planting: Planting trees in fall requires some planning and diligent work ahead of time. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson …
Dealing with harvest farm fires: Blaine Metzger discusses how producers can deal with a fire during harvest. Farm Water Supply Program: Melissa Orr- Langner discusses this Canadian Agricultural Partnership program. Ghanaian tour of Alberta: As a follow up to the Alberta Agriculture and Forestry mission to Ghana, a Ghanaian delegation …
Alberta Milk Awards: Nominations are now open for two Alberta Milk awards. Feeding light bushel weight grain: Barry Yaremcio discusses what producers need to keep in mind when feeding light bushel weight grain. Preventing fires during harvest: Blaine Metzger says it all starts with having a safety or emergency plan …