Fire prevention on the farm
Farms contain many fire hazards; even one small spark can quickly lead to devastating losses. Use this 10-step checklist to help keep your farm fire-free.
Looking forward to the promising future of China–Canada Agricultural Cooperation
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, accompanied by Premier Scott Moe, paid a successful visit to China in January. During the visit, the two sides issued a joint statement…
Researcher warns prairie wild pig populations growing despite eradication claims
Canada’s wild pig problem may be more difficult to eradicate than some organizations acknowledge. Researchers studying the invasive species say populations continue to expand…
2026 Crossroads Beef Expo showcases excellence in the ring and community
The 2026 Crossroads Beef Expo was a tremendous success, bringing together breeders, youth exhibitors, sponsors, and beef industry supporters for a weekend filled with high-quality cattle…
Alberta ag minister urges Ottawa to reconsider strychnine decision
Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation Minister R.J. Sigurdson says he is disappointed by a federal decision rejecting the emergency use of strychnine to control Richardson’s ground squirrels…
Fresh opportunities for Alberta students, teachers to connect with agriculture
Agriculture for Life (Ag for Life) is offering a range of education programs and resources in 2026 aimed at helping Alberta students and teachers explore agriculture and food…
EAST SOUNDING 4-H CLUB: Happy New Year everyone!
Our 4-H agenda ran a little slower for the month of December, on the 30th those of us that have heifers and/or a Pen of three Project (a Pen of Three is a group of 3 females…
Anchor J Ranches fund donates $193K to support ag research in southeastern Alberta
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta says it has received a $193,400 donation from Anchor J Ranches that will support agricultural research, innovation…
Special Areas Advisory Council wraps up 2025 focusing on healthcare, roads and water projects
The Special Areas Advisory Council concluded its final meeting of 2025 with a focus on healthcare, road construction, irrigation, and waste management, setting priorities for the year ahead.
Shania Gillis-Johnson receives Big Country Agricultural Society Scholarship
A 2025 South Central High School graduate, Shania Gillis-Johnson, headed to Calgary this fall to attend the University of Calgary for a Bachelor of Arts majoring in International Indigenous Studies.
Sinead Gillis-Johnson receives the Big Country Agricultural Scholarship
This fall, Sinead began her first year at the University of Saskatchewan, enrolled in a four-year Bachelor of Science in Biology program.
East Sounding Creek 4-H Club kicks off 2025/2026 beef season
Well, here we are, kicking off our 2025/2026 year of Beef 4-H for the East Sounding Creek 4-H Club. It was a full house at our first meeting, and at the top of the agenda was our election of officers.
McKee Ranches hope those who bought Block Horses will preserve the breed
Gordon and Charlene Musgrove, along with their crew, did a superb job conducting my Ranch Horse and Tack Sale. My crew and I found it very easy to work with them.
UFA Foundation awards $100,000 to rural communities
The UFA Agricultural Community Foundation has announced the 2025 recipients of its Rural Communities Grant Program. Five organizations will share $100,000 to support projects…
Alberta celebrates 50 years of Green Certificate Program in agriculture
EDMONTON – For half a century, Alberta’s Green Certificate Program has been helping high school students gain hands-on skills and launch careers in agriculture.
Rooted in Adventure, Alberta Agri-Tours Grow
Alberta is helping farmers, ranchers and rural entrepreneurs turn their way of life into tourism opportunities that showcase the province’s western heritage.
Farmers wrap up 2025 harvest amid mixed conditions
Alberta’s 2025 harvest is complete, with most regions reporting strong yields and high-quality crops despite a challenging growing season…
Harvest Bounty!
I am so thankful to have ridden out on the land this morning, then gone across the road to document Merlin Peterson's fantastic tall heavy oat crop.
Premier Danielle Smith to deliver keynote at Ag Connections conference
DUNMORE – Cypress County is pleased to announce that Premier Danielle Smith will deliver a keynote address at the 2025 Ag Connections Conference Presented by MNP…
CARA Hosts Aussie Graziers!
Twenty-four graziers from down under have spent the past 3 weeks meeting with producers and industry across western Canada.