Alberta reopens program to recognize historic water rights for ranchers
Alberta is reopening a registration program to correct historic errors and recognize eligible ranchers’ long-standing agricultural…
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Ottawa announces $1B fund to strengthen Canada’s food distribution network
Ottawa has announced the $1 billion Food-Link Fund, which it says will strengthen competition in the…
Agriculture groups encourage mental health conversations throughout October
BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada and The Do More Agriculture Foundation are partnering again on #TalkItOutTag, encouraging…
Prairie Weather This Week – September 28
There will be plenty of catch-up opportunities for the harvest this week - which is now…
Alberta to ease Water Act rules for farmers, cut red tape on wetland management
Alberta is making it easier for farmers to manage water on their own land, saying the…
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…
Ottawa boosts Advance Payments Program, giving farmers up to $250K interest-free in 2026
Farmers will get up to $250K interest-free in 2026 - more than double the usual -…
Prairie Weather This Week – April 6
The gradual, freeze-thaw snowmelt pattern anticipated this week is nearly ideal for moisture infiltration into topsoil…
Prairie Weather This Week – March 16
Many towns on the prairies could reach 20 degrees for the first time this season, only…
Agri-Visions conference and trade show returns to Lloydminster
The two-day interactive event in Lloydminster features a tradeshow, keynote speakers, seminars and other events for…
Stats Canada reports potato production dips after four record years as drought hits eastern farms
After four consecutive record harvests, Canadian potato production fell slightly in 2025 as drought conditions affected…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Dec 11
Bitterly cold weather continues across most of the prairies Saturday. Warmer weather returns Sunday, especially in…
Dalhousie launches institute to advance digital agriculture in Atlantic Canada
Dalhousie’s new Atlantic Institute for Digital Agriculture is developing purpose-built precision-farming tools for farmers, bridging tech…
Prairie Weather This Week – December 8
La Nina is finally performing. Cold, snowy weather will occupy most of the prairies this week,…
Second Harvest Sets Sights on Alberta Potatoes to Help Feed Families in Need
Second Harvest, Canada's largest food rescue organization, is looking to build relationships with Alberta potato growers…
Alberta’s Perry Family Farms Named PepsiCo’s Global Farmer Award Winner
Alberta's Perry Family Farm has been named the winner of the 2025 Farmer of the Year…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Nov 20
The stretch of dry weather will continue into the weekend, ahead of a big change that…
Prairie Weather This Week – Midweek Update Nov 13
Warmer than average weather continues over the southern prairies through the weekend, while the north will…
NL Farmers Face Winter Feed Crisis After Summer Drought
Farmers across Newfoundland and Labrador are facing a feed crisis after burning through their hay because…
BC Agriculture Council Launches New Farmer Forum
The BCAC is launching a new event that brings together farmers, government, and industry stakeholders to…