Taber Cornfest
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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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Taber Cornfest 2021 kicks off with minimal restrictions after excellent growing seasonAfter modifying last year’s festivities because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Taber’s Cornfest is back to normal.CanadaAug 27, 2021
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Corn crops in southern Alberta thrive in hot weatherThe hot temperatures across Alberta have not been ideal growing conditions for many crops, but there is one sweet treat thriving in the heat.ConsumerJul 27, 2021
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From Whoop-Up Days to Pride Fest: What southern Alberta events are happening this summerThis year, dates have been set from August 17-21, but there's no clear picture as to what Whoop-Up Days will look like.EconomyApr 29, 2021
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Southern Alberta arts and culture organizations get $111 M from fedsThree dozen arts organizations and festivals in Southern Alberta will receive funds totalling $1.45 million.CanadaAug 29, 2019
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Taber Cornfest kicks off despite corn shortageThe town of Taber celebrated the opening of its 44th Cornfest Thursday afternoon, but corn will be in shorter supply than usual after a severe thunderstorm on Aug. 6 decimated the crop.CanadaAug 22, 2019
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If heat sticks around, Taber corn will be ready by the end of JulyA colder-than-usual spring may have thrown a wrench into Taber corn farmers' dreams of early sales, but one farmer says they aren't actually that far behind schedule.CanadaJul 15, 2019
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2018 Taber Cornfest kicks offConfederation Park is the central hub for all Cornfest festivities, but there are things going on all around Taber.CanadaAug 23, 2018
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Taber celebrates successful 32nd annual CornfestKelli Hatch is this year’s corn eating champion. He ate 10 cobs in two minutes, defeating his son who was last year’s winner.CanadaAug 26, 2017
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