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Jenaya Roseboom has won this year’s Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture competition. Her topic: Sustainability. Here's her winning speech via @ABFarmerExpress: //albertafarmexpress.ca/news/sustainability-is-a-challenge-that-continues-to-evolve/

'Floating island' technology has potential to assist with water remediation via native wetland plants. This improves water quality by removing nutrients, heavy metals, and other contaminants. Here's an @RDARAlberta project looking into this. rdar.ca/blog/alberta-h…

The federal government's Livestock Tax Deferral provision was put in place to benefit beef producers who were forced to reduce their breeding stock due to drought and excess heat. Here's an update on regions where it's available. agriculture.canada.ca/en/agriculture…

Varroa mite has caused significant damage to bee populations and bee health for years. New research funded by @RDARAlberta is seeking new tools for varroa control. (AFA is a Voting Member of RDAR). rdar.ca/project/develo…

October 31 is the deadline for Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) delegate nominations. Learn more - #abag #albertabeef abpdaily.com/checking-in-wi…

4-H has been a huge part of life in our rural communities and the agriculture industry. This @AFSC_AB initiative, the 4-H Alberta Grassroots Fund, helps the next generation develop life-long skills to keep 4-H and #ABAg strong. Learn more here. afsc.ca/about-afsc/com…

November 7 is the deadline for Alberta producers to apply for 2022 funding under the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Here's information from @RDARAlberta, which runs the program in this province. rdar.ca/ofcaf/

A very robust & engaged discussion today on a series of CDN AG issues/opportunities with @JohnBarlowMP & CFA Executive/Staff. Thank you for taking time to meet on topics such Bill C-244/Bill C-234, Emissions Reduction Strategy, Fertilizer Tariffs & much more. #cdnag #cdnpoli

In recent years, drought and extreme heat have had a devastating impact on many farmers & ranchers in Alberta. This @RDARAlberta-funded research project is looking at Best Management Practices that can mitigate these conditions. (AFA is a member of RDAR). rdar.ca/project/demons…

Former Vice Chair of @albertabeef and former MLA Jason Hale has been announced as the new Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation. Here's some background on Mr. Hale and his mandate. abpdaily.com/checking-in-wi…

Excellent presentations yesterday to @OurCommons by @mushroomscanada, @OntarioFarms & CFA's Todd Lewis re: #BillC234, which is an act to amend greenhouse gas pollution pricing act & support @cdnagalliance. #cdnag #cdnpoli

Agricultural Societies continue to be an important part of Alberta's agriculture industry and our rural communities. This award recognizes ag societies finding innovative ways to contribute. Applications open until November 30. alberta.ca/agri-news-agri…

What happens if you have crop production insurance and sell grain to an unlicensed buyer? This @ABFarmerExpress story digs into the implications and notes it's a good idea to check with AFSC before you complete the sale. albertafarmexpress.ca/crops/selling-…

CFA kicks off our two day Board of Directors in person meeting in Ottawa at CFA's head office. Should be a very productive & robust week with many critical #cdnag issues/opportunities being discussed.

Recent years have seen new and updated federal government programs serving #CdnAg. Given that, it can be difficult to stay up to date on what's currently available. The new #AgPal site from @AAFC_Canada brings everything together in one place. agpal.ca/en/home

40-year agribusiness veteran Art Froehlich is one of seven recipients of the 2022 Alberta Order of Excellence. Here's the announcement and why these individuals are being honored. alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Varroa mite has had a devastating impact on Alberta honey bee populations in recent years. This @RDAR-funded project is taking aim at new miticides to give beekeepers more tools in the toolbox. rdar.ca/project/develo…

Today @ 3:30pm in @HoCCommittees - #AGRI meets re: Bill C-234. Witnesses:@CFAFCA, @MushroomGrowers, @NACattleFeeders, @OntarioFarms, & Profs. Richard Gray & Tristan Skolrud from the @usask Watch:bit.ly/3Dq59LG More:bit.ly/3eXx4JD

It's the season to show your support for 4-H in Canada through the purchase of clothing/merchandise depicting the @4HCanada Inspired To Lead message. Right here: shop.4-h-canada.ca/collections/sh…

If you've ever spent hours searching online for the @AAFC_Canada information you need, this could help. The new AgPal page is intended to be a quick, convenient gateway to its programs and services. agpal.ca/en/home