Percentage of Precipitation: What It Means and How to Interpret it
Meteorologist David Spence explains the meaning of the term percentage of precipitation (POP) in weather forecasts…
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Farmers with crop damage asked to leave sample strips as early harvest begins
As producers roll into the fields, insurance adjusters are asking producers to leave adequate sample strips…
2022 Alberta growing season wrap up
The 2022 growing season in Alberta was a roller coaster ride. Dry weather, rain, pests, and…
A summer of wild weather for Alberta
Meteorologist David Spence talks about the wild weather Alberta farmers saw this summer, which included storms,…
PODCAST: What Does the Heavy Rain in Alberta Mean for Crops?
Alberta Wheat and Barley Commission's Jeremy Boychyn talks about what farmers should be on the lookout…
Snowpack Levels in Mountains Strong as Growing Season Begins
As soil conditions remain extremely dry across the province of Alberta, one saving grace may be…
Moisture levels vary across Alberta
As farmers start seeding, Meteorologist David Spence takes a look at precipitation levels since harvest and…
Pea-sized hail pelts crops across prairies
The Canadian Crop Hail Association says storms on August 28 and 29, September 2-5, and 7…
Safely storing grain long-term after a wet harvest
What farmers need to remember for long-term safe grain storage when they are taking the crop…
VIDEO: Alberta Beef Producers 2017 Year In Review
Alberta Beef Producers Executive Director Rich Smith discusses the issues in 2017 including the struggle against…
Understanding microclimates and how they impact your farm
Ever wonder why a certain part of the farm is always a few degrees cooler or…
Recent Snow Should Help Replenish Moisture
The recent dump of snow on parts of southern and central Alberta could be a little…
Eye on the storm: Life of a storm chaser
There are about 50 that currently chase storms across the province of Alberta and you'll see…
Lightning: Separating fact from fiction
Thunderstorms produce all sorts of dangerous weather, from large hail, to strong winds and even tornadoes, but…
Dry Wind: What is it and how does it impact crops
Alberta is a windy province, especially south of Calgary, but did you know that the wind…
Newborn calves watched closely during heat waves
While crops may be the bigger concern during such stifling heat, ranchers also need to keep…
Heat Wave Concerns Farmers
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for mostly rural areas of east central and southeast…
Winter snow makes up for lack of precipitation during planting as growing season begins
Moisture levels good across the Prairies despite low precipitation levels during planting.
AFSC Introduces Changes to Crop Insurance Programs
Some changes have been made to the Agri Insurance programs offered by the Agriculture Financial Services…
Extended winter to set back planting season?
The mercury in the thermometer continues to be a yo-yo with highs below zero one day…