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NorthernLink Trade Show getting ready (Nicole Heck)
They are in the final preparations to run an event for the first time in six years. The NorthernLink Agriculture, Sport and Home Show is getting set to go April 4-6 in Fairview. The Trade show takes
Continue Reading »World Water Day happening on Friday (Kate Lovsin)
It’s a discussion about a natural resource that is quite precious in Alberta today. World Water Day is happening on Friday, and authorities are bringing that resource to the head of the talk, especially with last year’s
Continue Reading »Drones Getting Used To Assess Crop Damage
The Alberta government is investing in drone technology to help with assessing wildlife damage to crops. Agriculture Minister RJ Sigurdson says they’re providing AFSC (Agriculture Financial Services Corporation) with $900,000 to hire drone services and do aerial
Continue Reading »Canadian Ag. Safety Week this week (Kaia Fossheim)
It’s a focus on safety on the farm and in the Ag. Industry, as we head into the Spring. Canadian Ag. Safety Week is this week, and officials are reminding everyone to be aware. The theme is
Continue Reading »Pulse Growers invest in Agri-Science in Prairie (Shane Strydhorst)
It’s a big financial investment to help mitigate root rot and other issues. The Alberta Pulse Growers has committed $2 million dollars to nine Pulse Cluster projects in the Agriculture and Agi-food Canada Agri Science Program. The
Continue Reading »Peace Country Classic Ag. Show getting ready (Jason Anderson)
It’s an old-style show that gathers the farmer, the rancher, and the region together for fellowship, food, displays, and the overall country atmosphere. The 2024 Peace Country Classic Ag. Show is set to run March 7-9 at
Continue Reading »Fire and Water Forum (Adam Norris)
They are asking “How can watershed and land-use management help to address the risks of fire?”. The Mighty Peace Watershed Alliance is answering that question by hosting a one-day forum in Grande Prairie. The Fire and Water
Continue Reading »NorthernLink Trade Show back in Fairview (Nicole Heck)
It is back for the first time since before the COVID-19 Pandemic hit. The NorthernLink Agriculture, Sport and Trade Show is coming back April 4-6 to kick off Trade Show season. This event takes place at both
Continue Reading »MDI Program has record claims, payouts (Leslie McEachern)
They are seeing record claims for insurance because of drought. The Agruiculture Financial Services Corporation is dealing with insurance issues for farmers and ranchers because of the lack of rain and snow in 2023. Programs like Moisture
Continue Reading »Honey Produces increased profits in 2023 (Connie Phillips)
Despite the drought conditions and less-favorable environments, Alberta’s bees are producing a good yield, heading into 2024. Statistics Canada is reporting that Alberta Beekeepers produced and sold over $277 million dollars worth of honey in 2023. That’s
Continue Reading »Peace Agonomy Update next week in Fairview (Josee Aitken)
They’re giving farmers and agronomists an opportunity to get the latest on their portion of the sector. The North Peace Applied Research Association is presenting the 2024 Peace Agronomy Update. The event takes place next Thursday at
Continue Reading »Three meetings in one in Grande Prairie (Rick Taillieu)
They are combining three meetings and gatherings into one large event. The Alberta Canola Producers Commission is presenting their Canola Conference, AGM and Research Symposium next Wednesday and Thursday in Grande Prairie. Their idea was to put
Continue Reading »Northern Women in Ag. Conference set to get underway (Alaina Archibald)
It’s a celebration of Women in the field, both on-scene and behind the scenes. The Peace Country Beef and Forage Association presents the first annual Northern Women in Agriculture Conference takes place Friday January 19th at the
Continue Reading »Farmers and Ranchers preparing for winter season (Kaylee Healy)
The extreme winter weather hasn’t hit the Peace Region yet, but farmers and ranchers have to be prepared for it. The Alberta Farm Animal Care organization is also getting prepared, despite the fact it’s December, and it’s
Continue Reading »Grower Engagement Meetings set for December (Christi Friesen)
They are asking for input from the front lines on the sector. The Alberta Canola Producers Commission is hosting a series of Grower Engagement meetings during the month of December. One meeting is happening on December 12th
Continue Reading »Viersen and Farmers Pressuring Senate To Pass Carbon Tax Bill
A federal government bill is being stalled in the senate that would provide some carbon tax relief for farmers. Peace River-Westlock MP Arnold Viersen says the Conservative Bill C-234 would remove the tax from grain drying, barn
Continue Reading »Wintering Cattle in the Peace Seminar (Alaina Archibald)
They are wanting to prepare farmers and ranchers for the upcoming winter season. Clear Hills County and the Peace Country Beef and Forage Association are hosting the “Wintering Cattle in the Peace Seminar. It takes place on
Continue Reading »Federal Money going to Farmer and Ranchers (Lawerance MacAulay)
They are providing financial support to Farmers and Ranchers to aid with drought and wildfires from 2023. The Federal Government has earmarked $219 million dollars, through the AgriRecovery Framework initiative to help deal with lingering costs. The
Continue Reading »Intercropping Summit coming to Peace River Region (Josee Aitken)
It’s the first of its kind in the Northwest, and they’re hoping to build on the potential success of it. The North Peace Applied Research Association is hosting an Intercropping in the Peace Agricultural Summit. It’s taking
Continue Reading »Lesser Slave Watershed Council enthusiastic of 2024 (Kate Lovsin)
It’s been a busy year, and they’re looking forward to the winter season and research. The Lesser Slave Watershed Council is reflecting on 2023 with much enthusiasm and is looking forward to the next calendar year. Projects,
Continue Reading »Organic Conference coming up in Sherwood Park (Pierre Fillion)
It’s a gathering of the organic community to network, learn, and celebrate. The 2023 Organic Alberta Conference is slated to take place November 3rd and 4th at the Clarion Conference Center in Sherwood Park. Farmers, ranchers, speakers,
Continue Reading »Peace Region Living Lab gets Financial Help from Cargill (Nadia Mori)
They are continuing their research, and are getting some sponsorship to aid that effort. The Peace Region Living Lab has garnered financial support from food and agriculture company Cargill, to help with innovation, that the Lab supplies.
Continue Reading »Harvest Season in Peace Region nearly done (Stephanie Hawryluk)
Farmers got a good jump on the Harvest season for 2023… Getting the crop into the bin is about 90% complete in the Peace Region, according to experts, and a lot of factors played into this year.
Continue Reading »MD of Fairview filling spot on Agricultural Service Board
The Municipal District of Fairview No. 136 is looking for a member at large to fill a spot on the Agricultural Service Board. The person joining the board would act as a representative for local producers, and
Continue Reading »$500,000 invested by APG to combat Root Rot, and reduce Carbon Footprint (Shane Strydhorst)
They are continuing to financially address the potential problems of the Carbon Footprint, and the risk of Root Rot. The Alberta Pulse Growers Commission has invested $500,000 into research initiatives concerning those challenges. The investment piggy-backs the
Continue Reading »Jaydee Bixby entertains for AFSC’s Meals in the Field
He’s joined forces with AFSC to bring a break to farmers during Harvest. Country Music Artist Jaydee Bixby is providing the entertainment portion of the program to Meals in the Field. It’s a promotion that gives a
Continue Reading »Temperature control and aeration key to good crops (Brent Elliott)
Harvest season is underway, as farmers get their crops into the bin. The Canadian Grain Commission recently put out an article on farmers monitoring grain temperature and grain aeration, after going into the bin. The importance of
Continue Reading »NWP and U of L partner up for Animal Health Technology & Ag. Studies (Dr. Vanessa Sheane)
It’s a partnership in a field that is in need of resources in the Peace Region. Northwestern Polytechnic in Fairview, has teamed up with the University of Lethbridge to develop a transfer program with the Animal Health
Continue Reading »Meals in the Field promotion underway (Darlene Wilson)
They are teaming with partners to bring food, entertainment, and a break from the Harvest season. Agriculture Financial Services Corporation are helping put together Meals in the Field, a prize-pack promotion to help farmers take time from
Continue Reading »Alberta Grains Launched August 1st (Mark Olson)
They are now under a new name, puting together the Barley and Wheat commissions in Alberta. Alberta Grains began operations August 1st creating one voice for the 18,000 wheat and barley farmers in the province. The name-change
Continue Reading »Rural Communities Foundation Grant Application Deadline Approaching (Jennifer Wood)
Grant money is available for organizations in the Peace Region with the help of and to the farming community. The Rural Communities Foundation, through the United Farmers of Alberta, are providing funds to improve the lives of
Continue Reading »Open Farm Days this weekend… (Tim Carson)
This is the River Country Ag. Show, I’m Keith Hopper. The showcasing of the Agriculture industry will happen this weekend. Open Farm Days is happening this weekend with over 130 farms taking part. It’s a chance for
Continue Reading »Alberta on the Plate happening August 11-20 (Rheannon Green)
Local cuisine, made with local ingredients, and served at local establishments… Restaurants, breweries, food trucks, and coffee shops in Alberta, including in the Peace Region, are participating in the 5th annual Alberta on the Plate promotion. It’s
Continue Reading »Making Farms FireSmart (David LeBlanc)
This growing season has been a trying time, with concerns to the weather in 2023. Drought conditions, plus forest fires have led farmers to be extra cautious with their fields, and their properties. Northern Sunrise County, specifically
Continue Reading »Beekeepers Initiative compensate colonies (Connie Phillips)
It’s a new initiative to hopefully help Alberta’s beekeeping industry. The Canada-Alberta Bee Colony Assistance Initiative is aiding the compensation the industry for replacement colonies, and bee packages or queens between last January and this past April.
Continue Reading »SARDA Ag. Research opening new office July 26 (Vance Yaremko)
They are continuing their research, but will be doing so in a brand new building. SARDA Ag. Research officially moves into their new office next Wednesday, after being housed in Falher for the past few years. The
Continue Reading »Farm Animals need care from heat and hot weather (Sarah Linde)
This is the River Country Ag. Show, I’m Keith Hopper. The summer months comes the warm weather, the relaxation and the summer holidays. The Agriculture sector however, presses on as farmers and ranchers continue to earn their
Continue Reading »Provincial Ag. Minister ready to step into portfolio (RJ Sigurdson)
With the Provincial Election in Alberta now in the rear-view mirror, it`s time to get down to business with the Government. Cabinet has been chosen by Premier Danielle Smith, and it contains a somewhat rural flavour. One
Continue Reading »Lesser Slave Watershed Council continuing business (Kate Lovsin)
They are pressing on with business, despite the fire dominating the headlines. The Lesser Slave Watershed Council is continuing to monitor the water and riparian habitats in the area. This, along with the fact that water samples
Continue Reading »East Peace Water Co-op AGM happening next Wednesday (David Walty)
They are looking for new people and new ideas, despite a large contigent already being part of it. The East Peace Water Co-op will be looking for board members at their Annual General Meeting, coming up next
Continue Reading »Pasture Walks Happening this week (Johanna Murray)
Workshops and professional development in the Agriculture sector in the Peace region is happening throughout the summer. One workshop is happening this week, and that is expert grazer Greg Judy coming the area for a series of
Continue Reading »Beaverlodge Farm conducting survey (Shelby Dufton, Amanda Jorgenson)
The Beaverlodge Research Farm IPM is looking for interested farms to help with their 20th annual canola survey. The Farm, a branch of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, is collecting data on insects, both beneficial, and as pests.
Continue Reading »Smoke may affect crops in the area (Peter Konstapel)
The smoke in the air around the Peace and Mackenzie Region has cleared up a little. However, the fire season continues, and the fires around the area are causing a lot of nervousness amongst residents. Farmers and
Continue Reading »AFAC helping with livestock affected by smoke (Sarah Linde)
Despite the rains in the beginning part of the week, smoke and air quality continues to be an issue in the Peace and Mackenzie Regions. Some municipalities and area have had to be evacuated because of approaching
Continue Reading »Agricultural Societies lending space for wildfire livestock (Tim Carson)
The wildfires are dominating the headlines and conversations in the Peace and Mackenzie Regions. Residents and municipalities are on either evacuation order or alert, as blazes continue to rage. Farmers and Ranchers in the area are also
Continue Reading »Seeding season starting early (Luc Nolette)
The warm and dry weather in the beginning part of May has prompted an early start to the seeding season. Most farms and fields are busy at this time, as farmers get the seeds into the ground.
Continue Reading »Open Farm Days Registration Deadline may be extended (Tim Carson)
Registration may not be closed for a very popular event in the Agriculture sector. The deadline for registering for Open Farm Days was last Friday, but organizers are still accepting applications. Over 100 Farms have registered so
Continue Reading »Alberta Pulse Growers investing in Root Rot (Shane Strydhorst)
A significant funding announcement has been made by the Alberta Pulse Growers. The Commission has put forward $3 Million over the next five years for research projects to reduce the risk of Root Rot. This is on
Continue Reading »Use of Drones becoming popular in Agriculture (Markus Weber)
It’s a new piece of technology that is making life simpler in the Agriculture Industry. More and more farmers, ranchers and Ag. organizations are using drones to do their field work. Landview Drones, based in Edmonton, Camrose,
Continue Reading »Clear Hills Ag. show takes place Saturday (Greg Coon)
They are back in person for the first time in three years. The 26th annual Clear Hills County Agriculture Trade show is happening on Saturday April 15th at the Dave Shaw Memorial Complex in Hines Creek. Fellowship,
Continue Reading »The Sustainability Canadian Agricultural Partnership comes to fruition (Nate Horner)
It’s a new financial initiative that fine-tunes past policies in the Agricultural sector. The Provincial Government has put forward the new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership with the Federal Government is supplying money for programs. Alberta’s share is
Continue Reading »Cows and Fish offering support, projects, and events in Spring/Summer (Kerri O’Shaughnessy)
They are a silent partner in quite a few agricultural projects around the province, and recently in the Peace Region. The Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society, better known as Cows and Fish have been affiliating with various
Continue Reading »Busy Week next week for NPARA (Josee Aitken)
It’s shaping up to be a busy week next week. The North Peace Applied Research Association has their Annual General Meeting coming up on Monday at the Manning Legion, and the Farmer’s Appreciation night on Wednesday at
Continue Reading »SARDA Ag. Trade Show ready… (Nolan Lavoie)
It’s a big show in the region, and it’s ready to go. SARDA Ag. Research is puting on their annual Trade show, which runs Thursday through Saturday at the Recreation Complex in Falher. Exhibits, displays, seminars, collaboration
Continue Reading »Forest Grazing School in Eureka River (Johanna Murray)
It’s a venture that is getting back, into circulation. The Peace Country Forest Grazing School is taking place next Wednesday at the Hall in Eureka River. It’s a joint effort, as it’s put obn the Peace Country
Continue Reading »Peace Country Classic Ag. Show returns to GP (Jason Anderson)
Final preparations are being made for on of the biggest Ag. Shows in the Peace Region. The Peace Country Classic Agriculture Show takes place at Evergreen Park in Grande Prairie next week. Features, Farm Markets, networking, and
Continue Reading »Peace Country Beef AGM (Liisa Jeffrey)
They’re back to in-person status and the excitment is present. The Peace Country Beef and Forage Association is holding their Annual General Meeting on Saturday February 25th at the Ag. Society Hall in Rycroft. Business, Research updates,
Continue Reading »Province Introducing Agri-Processing Tax Credit
Alberta is introducing a new agri-processing tax credit to help get more investment into the agri-processing industry. Agriculture Minister Nate Horner says this will be launched as part of the provincial budget when that comes out at
Continue Reading »SARDA Ag. Trade Show in preparation (Nolan Lavoie)
They’re peaking interest, by going back to in-person status. The annual SARDA Ag. Trade show is scheduled for the third weekend in March in Falher. Final preparations are being made, especially a push for booth sales. Nolan
Continue Reading »Mighty Peace Watershed Alliance co-hosting Conference in GP (Rhonda Clarke-Gauthier)
Conferences on the air, the land and on the water are continuing to be discussed heading into the Spring of 2023. One gathering that is happening is the Watershed Conference taking place in Grande Prairie next week.
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