Canada thistle tops Alberta’s 2025 invasive species list
Canada thistle, also known as creeping thistle has won the top spot on Alberta's most-reported invasive…
RRC Podcast
RRC Podcast – S2E2 – An Ag Research Update from Lethbridge Polytechnic
This week, RRC’s Craig Lester talks with Senior Research Chair at Lethbridge Polytechnic, Willemijn Appels, discussing…
Andrea Brocklebank Named CEO of Canadian Cattle Association
The Canadian Cattle Association has announced Andrea Brocklebank as its new Chief Executive Officer, with the…
RRC Podcast – S2E1 – Conferences, China, Canola, and Cattle
On this RRC podcast, Tim Parent & Craig Lester talk upcoming conferences, the PM's upcoming China…
RRC Podcast Ep. 21 – Looking Back on RRC’s Year in Agriculture
On this RRC podcast, we recap our year in agriculture, from Yukon farmers and global farming…
University of Alberta Master’s Student Researches Tanspot
Spotlight on Research: we look at University of Alberta Master's Student Sydney Wong's research into Tanspot,…
RRC Podcast Ep. 20 – A 2025 Prairie Weather Review
On this RRC podcast, hosts Tim Parent and Craig Lester look back at another wild weather…
Strong Yields, Trade Pressures Define 2025 for Canola Growers
Canola growers saw strong yields in 2025, but the year was overshadowed by the trade uncertainty…
RRC Podcast Ep. 19 – Compassion, Community, and a Canola Industry Update
On this RRC podcast, Alberta Milk spreads holiday cheer, while Alberta Canola Chair Andre Harpe reflects…
RRC Podcast Ep. 18 – John Barlow, Grow Canada, and the RRC Road Ahead
In this Rural Roots Canada podcast, we speak with John Barlow, share insights from Grow Canada,…
RRC Podcast Ep. 17 – From Scotland to Zimbabwe to Alberta: Nuffield Scholar Shares Her Agricultural Journey
In this RRC Podcast, Craig Lester chats with fellow Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor who shares her…
AgSafe Alberta Urges Farmers to Secure Loads
As hauling ramps up across the prairies, producers and truck drivers are being reminded by AgSafe…
4-H holds 93rd annual Members Forum in Calgary
4-H members from across Canada are heading to Calgary for five days packed with career workshops,…
RRC Podcast Ep. 16 – On Location at AWC East in Niagara Falls
On this RRC Podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from the AWC East conference in Niagara…
RRC Podcast Ep. 15 – Talking Spuds at the Potato Growers of Alberta Conference
On the latest RRC podcast, Craig Lester & Tim Parent dig into a spud-tacular season at…
FarmFair International a Family Affair
FarmFair International is more than a livestock showcase for many producers; it’s a family gathering that…
Calgary Based Company Developing New Drone Crop Mapping Tech
A new tool designed to help users map crops with greater precision is nearing commercial readiness,…
Farmers Urged to Practice Safety Around Grain Bins
AgSafe Alberta’s Jody Wacowich says staying alert to safety, especially when climbing on grain bins, needs…
RRC Podcast Ep. 14 – From Farmfair to Farm Safety
In the latest RRC Podcast, harvest’s done, but ag conference season’s on! We talk Farmfair, Advancing…
RRC Podcast Ep. 13 – On Location at Agri-Trade
On this special edition of the RRC podcast, Craig Lester joins Tim Parent from the Agri-Trade…