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Organizers say Spirit Week a hit in Dawson Creek
Organizers say there was a big community response to the Dawson Creek Exhibition & Stampede Spirit Week.It ran from August 5 to 11 as a substitute for the postponed weekend of rodeo, wagon racing,...
Aug 13, 2020

First of its kind micro-distillery planned for north of Prince Albert
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - Prince Albert's Drew Martin dreams of one day see his brand of spirit sold at a Roughriders' game in Regina, or held by a festival goer at Ness Creek.Martin, along with Brendan ...
Aug 13, 2020

Agriculture Roundup for Thursday August 13, 2020
An Agriculture Canada research scientist based in Lethbridge is being honoured for work in animal nutrition and environmental science.Dr. Karen Beauchemin was presented with the 2020 Canadian Beef Ind...
Aug 13, 2020

Federal funding to support Alberta’s plant-based food sector
LEDUC, AB - The federal government has announced a significant funding boost for Alberta's plant-based food sector.$2.6 million is going to the Food Processing Development Centre in Leduc. The governm...
Aug 12, 2020

Peace Country operations to mark Alberta Open Farm Days
Some farms in the Peace Country will be open for visitors for Alberta Open Farm Days this weekend.The Bay Tree Market on 49 Farmer's Market is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 15.For the f...
Aug 12, 2020

Farmers urged to start clubroot scouting at harvest
SASKATCHEWAN - Saskatchewan farmers will have a lot to think about this fall once harvest begins. This is also the time to be scouting for clubroot.SaskCanola Chair Wayne Truman said the ideal time to...
Aug 12, 2020

Listen: Food consumptions trends continue to evolve
Climate friendly foods are becoming increasingly important to younger generations.Professor David Hughes shares his thoughts on food trends and how cattle producers can reach out to consumers.-alice.m...
Aug 12, 2020

Alberta Equine Partners take action for those facing financial distress
LETHBRIDGE, AB. -- Alberta's Equestrian Federation (AEF) is taking pro-active action to ensure horses are cared for during the coming winter months. It's estimated Alberta is home to 33 per cent of Ca...
Aug 12, 2020

Get a taste of farm life this weekend
CYPRESS COUNTY, AB - Alberta Open Farm Days returns this Saturday, connecting city slickers with those who produce the food they eat.Farms across the province open their gates to the public to provide...
Aug 12, 2020

Agriculture Roundup for Wednesday August 12, 2020
The federal government is rolling out $18 million for projects to strengthen Canada's food supply chain.The funds are going everywhere from an Alberta company focusing on plant-based proteins to disti...
Aug 12, 2020