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New research centre aims to bridge gap between research and farmer

Craig Lester September 8, 2016

A new research centre aimed at bridging the gap between research and farmers has been announced…

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ACTV Episode 12: Robert C. McHaffie Junior Ambassador 

Craig Lester August 25, 2016

The 2016 Robert C. McHaffie Junior Ambassador is introduced.

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RRC Episode: Listening to your soil and 4-H on Parade

Craig Lester August 18, 2016

In this Rural Roots Canada Episode: We find out the advantages of knowing your crop and…

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Bucking Bulls and the Stampede: Fact vs. Fiction

Guest Author July 16, 2016

A new study, conducted by Ed Pajor, Professor in animal behavior and welfare at the University…

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Solar Energy : A new way of thinking?

Guest Author June 19, 2016

Farmers across Alberta may be looking towards a new way to reduce carbon emissions, and eventually…

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CCFI looks to bridge gap between consumers and farmers

Guest Author June 5, 2016

Farm and Food Care Canada has launched the Canadian Center for Food Integrity (CCFI) aimed at…

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Spotlight on safety at Ag For Life training night

Guest Author March 24, 2016

Province wide we’ve had some beautiful weather, and farmers are well aware the time to get…

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Students hungry for a career given insight into one in agriculture

Craig Lester March 7, 2016

Dozens of students at Robert Thirsk were given a full meal of knowledge into a career…

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Discussion about agriculture reaches fever pitch during Agriculture Literacy Week

Guest Author March 4, 2016

We're in the midst of Canadian Agriculture Literacy Week. For the 5th year in a row,…

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BCRC: Young researchers encouraged to apply for CYL mentorship

Beef Research2 February 8, 2016

The Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) development program, a national youth initiative by the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association…

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Debate over Bill 6 reaches the boiling point

Craig Lester November 29, 2015

The Alberta Government received an ear full from farmers and ranchers last week as it kicked…

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Energy, Passion and Creativity on display at this year’s 4-H on Parade

Craig Lester June 8, 2015

There was plenty of energy, excitement, sense of responsibility, camaraderie at this year’s 4-H on Parade…

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Rural teens share their farm stories with urban youth

Craig Lester May 18, 2015

Acme High School students Monique Uittenbogerd and Maria Penner shared a story last week. The story…

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The power of story takes #FARMVOICES to new heights

Craig Lester April 23, 2015

The power of story is the central theme behind this year's #FARMVOICES campaign.

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Aggie Days: The ultimate agriculture Q and A session

Craig Lester April 12, 2015

Tens of thousands of wide-eyed kids full of energy and excitement have been peppering farmers and…

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Extra! Extra! Read all about it…. The Real Dirt on Farming in the Globe and Mail

Craig Lester March 29, 2015

Hundreds of thousands of Canadians opened their paper or digital version of the Globe and Mail…

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Consumers getting a chance to play in the dirt with farmers

Craig Lester February 7, 2015

Consumers are getting their third dose of 'The Real Dirt' on farming.

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Inspiration driving force behind Advancing Women Conferences

Craig Lester December 22, 2014

It’s a national leading conference that teaches leadership and life skills for women in the agricultural…

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Hundreds gather to celebrate Ag For Life at Harvest Gala

Craig Lester November 24, 2014

The agriculture community in Alberta was celebrated in style at Agriculture For Life’s Harvest Gala.

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Video: #FarmVoices goes International

Craig Lester August 18, 2014

A nation-wide initiative has gone International. The voices of farmers in Australia and the United Kingdom…

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