Unwanted snow that blanketed parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan in the month of September has left many farmers at a standstill near the more-than-halfway point of harvest for the year. According to Karin Lindquist, forage and beef specialist with Alberta Agriculture, the frost could be also be a concern for nitrate accumulation. "What happens is,... Read More
Category: Agriculture Education
Sometimes you have to move slow to get where you want to go. The same can be said for cattle handling. Low stress cattle handling techniques don't just make sense for animal welfare, they're also a key component of verified sustainable beef production. Veterinarian Dr. Kip Lukasiewicz, head of animal handling, field research and facility... Read More
The Chicken Farmers of Canada (CFOC) have introduced a new Young Farmers Program, with the aim of connecting the younger generation of chicken producers with others like them across Canada. Selected participants will gain valuable experience to help with their personal farm operation along with knowledge on how to use the various tools available in... Read More
Can you believe it's already September next week? I know most people can't... The good news is, kids will be back in school, and Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITCC) is thrilled for school to start so teachers, parents, and kids can start using the new resources AITCC has developed. Johanne Ross, executive director for... Read More
If you're running low on forage, chances are you might already be starting to look for hay suppliers outside of your area. Terry Kowalchuk, forage specialist for the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, says you have to be conscious of who you buy from, so that you do not get more than you bargained for. He... Read More
The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) has announced that Gabrielle Ferguson will take the helm of its leadership program offerings, including its flagship Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP). As leadership programs director, Ferguson will be directly responsible for managing the long-running agriculture and food industry executive development program. She will also work to maintain and create... Read More
Ontario Sheep Farmers is once again offering its Master Shepherd's Course, beginning in September, 2018. The 18-month course is set up as 12, two-day modules covering a wide variety of sheep production topics. Each module consists of one and one-half days of classroom style presentations and discussions, and one-half day of farm and industry tours.... Read More
It has been another very successful Calgary Stampede for the cowboys, cowgirls, and patrons. The Calgary Stampede has something for everyone no matter whether you are attending for the rodeo, chuckwagons, the midway, or the food. The Calgary Stampede is able to connect people from all of the world to western and rural lifestyle through... Read More
The 2018 Straight Cutting Canola Webinar is your chance to learn about straight cutting best practices and innovations from industry experts and experienced growers. Join us on either Wednesday, July 11th OR Friday, July 13th. Whichever day you choose, please note that each webinar will kick off at 8:00 am MST. Click here to register... Read More
Each year at Canada's Farm Progress Show, Saskatchewan's newest Outstanding Young Farmers are chosen. This year's honourees are Jordan and Jennifer Lindgren. The Lindgrens farm at Norquay, in the northeast part of the province. Jordan grew up there and always knew he wanted to farm. Jennifer grew up on a mixed farm at Whishart and... Read More