Ashley Nicholls Brings Low-Stress People Handling to Advancing Women in Agriculture West 2025
The workshop will focus on Low-Stress People Handling and effective communication on the farm at the…
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Canadian Mycotoxin Trends: Insights from Alltech’s 2024 Harvest Analysis
The latest findings from the Alltech 2024 Canadian Harvest Analysis reveal a mixed outlook for mycotoxin…
2024 Alberta Farm Weather Year in Review
Meteorologist David Spence takes a look back at the farm weather and how they impacted the…
The Effect of Processed Low-Quality Forage on Animal Efficiency and Enteric Methane Emissions
A University of Guelph researcher is examining the impact of processed low-quality forage on animal efficiency…
Canadian Beef Industry Conference Will Focus On Saskatchewan’s Agricultural Landscape
Saskatchewan’s agricultural landscape will be front and centre as Saskatoon hosts the upcoming Canadian Beef Industry…
BCRC: Water Systems on Pasture: An Eastern Canadian Beef Producer Perspective
One of the major limitations to grazing new paddocks, pastures or intensifying grazing systems is ensuring…
Alberta Beef Producers Secure $1.9 Million Funding Boost for VBP+ Program
The governments of Alberta and Canada are supporting Alberta Beef Producers with a $1.9 million funding…
Ag Tech: Streamlining The Feed Industry Through Transparent, Efficient, Feed Procurement
Streamlining feed procurement is the goal of FeedXChange, an innovative platform that connects farmers and feed…
BCRC: The Best Offense is Defence: 15 Plays to Keep Your Beef Herd Safe
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is sharing ways to implement some simple barriers against disease…
New Tech Aims to Improve On-Site Animal Care Diagnostics
Dr. Brenna Brown, Dr. Adina Bujold and Bridget Brown created Cohlab, focusing on improving animal health testing…
New Research Finds Cattle Grazing Can Mitigate the Effects of Climate Change
Alltech and Archbold formed a research alliance to understand the impact cattle grazing has on the…
Additional Support Announced for Saskatchewan Livestock Producers Amid Drought Crisis
The federal government is extending additional support to eligible livestock producers in Saskatchewan amid ongoing drought…
The Consequences of Severe Drought for Alberta
An expert at the Simpson Centre for Food and Agriculture Policy says Alberta is in for a…
Rural Roots Canada Founder Launches Agricultural Summit to Foster Collaboration in Brooks Newell Region
The Rural Roots Canada event brought together producers, ag-tourism operators, educators, local government, and non-profits in…
Ag Future: Innovation in Agri-Food #241: Navigating Calf Scours: Essential Tips for Producers During Calving Season | Dr. Shelby Roberts & Brett Steinocker
This podcast delves into the issue of calf scours, offering producers valuable information and practical tips…
Alberta Farm Animal Care Ends Operations After 30 Years
The board of directors of the Alberta Farm Animal Care (AFAC) issued a public notice on…
BCRC: Calm, Cool, and Collected – Prepare for a Smooth and Healthy Calving Season
Cows will be calving around the clock. Careful planning becomes important not only for the calves,…
Canadian Farm Income Hits Record High in 2023, Forecasts Dip for 2024
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has released its farm income forecast for 2023 and 2024, revealing a record-breaking…
Alberta Assembles a Water Advisory Committee to Prepare for Dry Season
Following several consecutive dry years in the province, the Alberta government is preparing for drought by…
BCRC: CALF 911 – How to Manage Colostrum to Allow Newborn Calves to Thrive
Ensuring newborn calves consume colostrum is an important management strategy cow-calf operations can implement to promote…