Alberta Agriculture
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Feasibility of proposed Eyremore dam and reservoir to be studied in southern AlbertaIs a new dam on the Bow River the answer to southern Alberta's water woes? Those who depend on irrigation say it could help with drought but environmentalists have big concerns.EnvironmentMar 26
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2024 Ag Expo in Lethbridge features shiny new toys, trucks, techI’d say ten to eleven thousand people would be a very successful show. We've got about 300 exhibiters and we've got something for everyoneCanadaFeb 27
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Alberta facing water restrictions, ‘agricultural disaster’ if drought conditions persist"We're seeing climate change now. This is what it looks like,” Canada Research Chair in Water Resources and Climate Change John Pomeroy said.EnvironmentJan 4
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December drought’s effect on southern AlbertaFarmer Joseph Mckee recalls the struggle from the 2021 drought: 'That makes it pretty tough, when you're trying to manage your cashflow and you get less than a third of your crop.'WeatherDec 7, 2023
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Alberta agency funds local research projects to advance farming techniquesTerraVerdae Bioworks Inc. is one of the 11 projects funded by Alberta Innovates. The company focuses on designing biodegradable and compostable plastics.CanadaOct 15, 2023
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Sweet year for Alberta sugar beet growers"We grow 20,000 acres of sugar beets, we produce 125,000 tons of sugar, and that equates to eight per cent of the Canadian market," said Gary Tokariuk.FeaturesOct 13, 2023
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U of L research team looks to combat Clubroot with rapid detection systemThe University of Lethbridge International Genetically-Engineered Machine team -- or iGEM team -- is working to counteract a disease that affects canola crops.ScienceOct 3, 2023
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Dry conditions result in early harvest in central AlbertaThis year's harvest is ahead of the five-year average and crops may finish earlier, as many producers saw less rain than in normal years.CanadaSep 18, 2023
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Taber Cornfest returns for 2023 edition of long-running Alberta festivalThe family festival celebrating local agriculture in Taber returns for its 48th year and it's been a busy start for those taking part.FeaturesAug 25, 2023
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Alberta businessman, philanthropist Stan Grad remembered for ‘heart of gold’The soaring legacy of legendary Calgarian, Stan Grad has touched many near and far. His passing has had a profound impact on so many who called him a friend.CanadaAug 3, 2023
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