Agricultural News

Wildfire season is here, and knowing the risks on your farm, as well as having tools for fire prevention and damage reduction, is key to minimize damage to your farm! 

Interested in learning about what role municipalities play in wetland stewardship and conservation? The Alberta Municipal Wetland Guide: Working with Wetlands, is now available. 

The Canadian Pork Council, with the support of Alberta Pork and the other provincial pork organizations, has launched PigLEARN, an online training platform for Canadian pork producers.

Provincial seeding for major crops has progressed to 90 per cent complete, up from 72 per cent last week and ahead of the 5-year average of 81 per cent.

When the going gets tough, Albertans stick together. That’s why Alberta’s government recently launched the new 'Buy Local' campaign to benefit hard-working Albertans, producers, and businesses.

Are you an aspiring vet, veterinary technician or veterinary student interested in providing care in rural Alberta? Saddle Hills County is proud to offer a Veterinary Education Bursary to eligible students.

Budget 2025 provides $8.5 million for the Rural Utilities Program, including the Rural Electric Program, Rural Gas Program, and Rural Water Program - and the Remote Area Heating Allowance.

As spring advances, Alberta typically enters a wetter phase, beginning in May. The last 30 days has shown variable precipitation levels across the province, trending from near-normal to higher-than-normal for this time of year. 

Recent rainfall and cooler temperatures has brought much needed moisture, benefiting early crop growth. The Peace Region, with scattered rain, saw rapid progress, rising to 61 per cent seeded from 27 per cent last week.

Spring work is here, and while this time of year can sometimes be cold, rainy, or snowy, the risk of agricultural wildfires remains present. Dry vegetation and crop residue is highly flammable, so extra precautions must be taken to prevent fires on the farm.