What’s at stake for southern Alberta in NAFTA talks?
Experts say the biggest trade-exposed industry in this area is the agri-food sector, particularly the cattle and meat industries. Continue reading
Alberta agriculture
Drought stress setting in on southern Alberta crops
By Quinn Campbell Videographer
Some crops in southern Alberta are already showing signs of drought stress, with 58 of the last 67 days having above average temperatures Continue reading
Alberta eliminates student fees for high school agriculture apprenticeship program
The Alberta government is boosting funds to the Green Certificate apprenticeship program, which helps high school students learn more about crops, animals, agriculture, machinery and farming operations. Continue reading
New leaders in place at Alberta’s controversial farm-aid agency
Alberta has new leaders and oversight rules in place at a Crown agency tasked with helping farmers with loans, crop insurance and disaster aid. Continue reading
Alberta dairy farmer thinks US government should look at the facts
By Travis Dosser Radio Anchor/Reporter
New tariffs on softwood lumber and talk from U.S. President Donald Trump about making changes to dairy trade between the U.S. and Canada has farmers in Alberta concerned. Continue reading
Canadian farmers say government regulation of hemp crops costing millions of dollars
In hemp fields across Canada, farmers spend months planting, watering and weeding the hemp. But when harvest time comes, part of the plant is tossed aside, even though it’s quite valuable. Continue reading
Forum focuses on getting Albertans to eat healthier local food
Experts in food from across Alberta have gathered in Edmonton this weekend to find ways to improve access to local and nutritious food. Continue reading
Calgary-area greenhouse owners say NDP policy pressure killed their business
By Mia Sosiak Reporter
A family-run greenhouse southeast of Calgary finished its last harvest Thursday before closing the business for good, citing cost pressures created by the Notley government’s new labour and climate policies. Continue reading
Leduc County asking ATVs to stay off crops as farmers struggle with harvest
Wet conditions and recreational-vehicle users are causing havoc for farmers in Leduc County. Continue reading
Alberta’s Lac Ste. Anne County declares agricultural disaster due to wet weather
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Late Wednesday night, the council for Lac Ste. Anne County unanimously voted to declare a state of agricultural disaster “due to the weather conditions hampering harvest efforts in the region this fall.” Continue reading
