Feds launch $20m food security fund as part of its National Food Security Strategy
The federal government has launched a $20 million program to help Canada's most vulnerable have access…
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RRC Podcast – S2E20 – AFWA Farm Tour & the Cypress Farm and Ranch Show
From northeast to southeast Alberta, this latest RRC podcast takes you along for the ride with…
Ottawa, Nova Scotia commit $25 million to help producers recover from drought
Following an exceptional year of drought, producers in Nova Scotia will have access to funding to…
Historic barn museum preserves pioneer traditions for future generations
A restored pioneer-era barn is helping preserve Alberta's agricultural heritage through hands-on exhibits and storytelling.
CCA, Alberta Beef Producers reach interim agreement
The CCA and ABP reached an interim participation agreement allowing Alberta producers to maintain their voice…
Competition Bureau launches review of Canada’s food supply chain amid affordability concerns
The Competition Bureau is launching an examination of the country's food supply chain as rising grocery…
Applications open for Nuffield Canada scholarship program
Applications are open for the 2027 Nuffield Canada Scholarship, offering agriculture professionals global travel, research, and…
Agriculture groups welcome Canada’s commitment to a National Food Security Strategy
Several agricultural groups across Canada are welcoming news of a National Food Security Strategy announced by…
Canada takes first step toward drone-based crop spraying
Ag drone operators have a clearer path to apply pesticides by drone following an interim measure…
RRC Podcast – S2E19 – Screwworms & Stampede, the Blue Book app, and Nuffield Scholarships
On this RRC podcast, wcrewworm concerns & the Calgary Stampede, the Blue Book goes mobile, and…
‘It’s a relief’: Corb Lund delivers ‘Water Not Coal’ petition to Elections Alberta
Corb Lund delivered his Water Not Coal petition with 200,000+ signatures to Elections Alberta, opposing Eastern…
Ottawa unveils first National Food Security Strategy with $3B investment
Canada launches a $3-billion National Food Security Strategy aimed at boosting food production, grocery competition and…
Hail Report: Hail the size of softballs reported as storms sweep across Prairies
Storms that swept across Western Canada resulted in minor-to-heavy damage, as hail as large as softballs…
Canadian beef industry groups establish traceability task force
Three national beef industry groups have established a task force to examine opportunities and barriers related…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update – June 11
Sunshine and dry weather, so badly needed, will return to the prairies this weekend. Fields begin…
Senate report warns wildfires pose growing threat to Canadian agriculture
A Senate committee says wildfires pose a major threat to Canada's agriculture and forestry sectors and…
Youth Veterinary Science Challenge gives students a look at careers in animal health
The Youth Veterinary Science Challenge brought together students for practical veterinary training, exposing them to critical…
Alberta Blue Book goes digital with new crop protection app
The Alberta Blue Book now has its own app, giving farmers and agronomists immediate, on-the-go digital…
Alberta service aims to address mental health needs of farmers and ranchers
Farm life brings unique pressures. Counselling Alberta offers farm-informed mental health support tailored to producers across…
Community support drives 4-H show season across rural communities
As 4-H show season begins, members showcase months of work while community support helps shape future…