What Do You Need?
Brenda Frick, who many of you have met at various field days and events, has been providing organic extension across the prairies for the last seven years. Previously associated with the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) and the University of Saskatchewan, she has now been hired by Keri Sharpe at Alberta Agriculture to continue to support the organic community in Alberta.
Brenda now wants your input on how she can best support your operation. In particular, she writes a regular column about organics in the Western Producer. Do you have any suggestions about what you would like to see in that column? Are there exciting things she should know about, or questions you'd like her to try to address? Any other suggestions? Let Brenda know by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling 306-260-0663.
Local ground beef earns recognition
Alina Seagal - Pincher Creek Echo
Local Diamond Willow collaborative scored a Premier's Award for its organic ground beef earlier this July.
Farming Outside the Box
The Strathmore Standard features Mark Gibeau, a local organic farmer who specializes in growing Red Fife Wheat.
See the PDF attachments to read his story.
Grow a Row for Edmonton's Meals on Wheels
Grow a Row with Edmonton Meals on Wheels promotes going green and eating local. They invite local gardeners and farmers to donate their fresh produce. With the fruits and vegetable, they are able to make the meals that nourish the body and feed the soul.
Planet Organic shareholders wiped out
EDMONTON — An Ontario court has approved the acquisition of Planet Organic Health Corp.'s assets by its principal creditor, the Edmonton-based natural and organic-products retailer said Tuesday.
While Planet Organic stores will continue to operate, the publicly traded company that was launched in 2001 to expand the chain is left with no assets and ceased trading on Tuesday.
'New beginning' for Edmonton's Planet Organic as chief creditor takes over
EDMONTON — Planet Organic Health Corp. is set to be acquired by its principal creditor, the Edmonton-based natural and organic products retailer said Friday.
