Archive: March 2017
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
The Alberta Wheat Commission and the Alberta Barley Commission have launched a mentorship initiative aimed at fostering a strong network of future agricultural leaders for a progressive and vibrant cropping industry in Alberta. The initiative is called AdvancingAg Future Leaders Program.AdvancingAg Read More...
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Albertans are being encouraged to provide input on how provincial labour laws could apply to farms and ranches.In May 2016, six technical working groups began developing recommendations on how employment standards, labour relations, and occupational health and safety requirements could be applied to Read More...
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
The CRSB is seeking final comments on a draft of the indicators for beef operations, which has been updated based on feedback from the first draft in 2016. This 30-day public consultation will take place from February 28 to April 1, 2017, and will be the final opportunity for public comment.More Read More...
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
When the threat of damage or disease transmission occurs on the landscape, it can be very difficult to prevent. Many methods of preventing wild animals from damaging crops and rangeland have been used, but fencing is the most practical long-term solution in areas with high deer or elk Read More...
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
There have been a lot questions by growers about ascochyta disease levels on the seed of the field pea. The following article by Mark Olson addresses some of those concerns and discusses seed testing and seed treatment as methods to manage seed-borne ascochyta on pea.Ascochyta Disease Levels on Read More...
Monday, March 6, 2017
By Jessica VanGaalenWith a family farming background that has been rooted in the Langdon area for many years I have had an opportunity to acquire an understanding of the invaluable role that agriculture plays right here in Rocky View County.Following several years at the University of Lethbridge in Read More...
Friday, March 3, 2017
Rocky View County is looking for local Agricultural producers who have products or byproducts (fruits, vegetables, meats, honey, flowers, soaps, lip balms etc.) to be showcased at our AgVenture Tour on July 20, 2017 from 4 to 8 p.m. If you are interested in having a booth, sign up early as space is Read More...
Friday, March 3, 2017
Important Websites: Carbon Levy Frequently Asked Questions for Farmers Agriculture and Climate Change Carbon Levy Rates: All Fuel Types Energy Efficiency Alberta: Programs Available Growing Forward 2: Producer Programs Climate Change Leadership Plan Feedback Read More...
Friday, March 3, 2017
Cattle can be managed to produce calves, beef and milk, but can they also be put to work re-seeding pastures?As long as you’re not in a hurry, producers who manage beef cows and yearlings so they distribute legume seeds through their manure, say “yes” it can be a passive, yet effective means of Read More...
Friday, March 3, 2017
A growing population of elk has spread along the Rocky Mountain foothills and in scattered populations throughout the parklands of central Alberta. The expanding elk population has resulted in increasing conflict with human activities, particularly with farmers and ranchers. Some livestock producers Read More...
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Bees & Trees Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Farm Energy Management Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Farm Security Thursday, March 16, 2017 Backyard Hens Tuesday, March 28, 2017 Septic Sense: Solutions for Rural Living Thursday, March 30, 2017 Green Acreage Guide Tuesday, Read More...