Prairie Seed Mentorship Program 2024
Want to level-up your seed skills? Or, are you interested in supporting future seed growers? Sign up to be a Prairie Seed Mentee or Mentor! Vegetable seed crop cultivation is […]
How nature-based knowledge can restore local ecosystems and improve community well-being
Originally published March 10, 2024 on The Conversation By Saeed Rahman and Natalie Slawinski Organizations in the food and agriculture sector have been looking to nature for inspiration to improve soil
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We’re Hiring an Organic Agronomist!
Position: Organic Agronomist Reporting to: Executive Director Location: Peace Region, AB (or willing to travel) Terms: Contract – Full-time (will consider part-time), two-year contract with potential for extension Start Date:
Dry conditions could see changes to planting intentions
Laura Telford with Manitoba Agriculture says organic growers may some make alterations to their spring seeding plans. Photo: iStock/Getty Images Originally published March 1, 2024 on OrganicBiz By Glen Hallick
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Alta. solar policy puts farming first
Alberta will no longer allow such [wind and solar] projects on Class 1 and 2 land unless they can demonstrate crops and/or livestock can co-exist with them, said Alberta Premier
Going aerial without breaking the bank
Matthew Johnson from Volatus Aerospace discusses the role of drones in agriculture. Photo: Don Norman Originally published February 29, 2024 on Alberta Farmer Express Glacier FarmMedia – Any farmer can get into the
International pressures challenge pulse growers
The status of India’s import tariff on yellow peas has caused uncertainty for markets this season. | File photo Originally published February 29, 2024 on Western Producer By Becky Zimmer
Animal-free dairy challenges sector to tell sustainability story
The continued health of the dairy industry will depend on its ability to show consumers its dedication to sustainability, environmental responsibility and economics. Because its competitors will certainly do so.
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Alta. looks to improve AgriStability for cattle producers
The Agricultural Financial Services Corp. is looking for a diverse group of cow-calf producers across Alberta covering a broad range of feeding styles to provide input on how to improve
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AAFC contributes greatly to the standard’s review
Government of Canada announces investment in standardization of organic agriculture and agri-food products February 28, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada In recent years, the Canadian agri-food
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