Agricultural News

Precipitation this week has brought some relief to crop conditions in certain areas, though prolonged hot and dry weather continues to be a challenge to crops and pastures in other regions. Growing season rainfall remains below average.

RDAR and Farm Credit Canada (FCC) have partnered to deliver faster, smarter on-farm support to Canadian Producers through Root - a free AI tool.

Join the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) for an economic update and up-to-the-minute insights that will help producers navigate the rapidly changing trade and economic landscape. 

As of July 22, 2025, Saddle Hills County has declared an Agricultural Disaster due to the severe nature of the ongoing drought conditions occurring throughout our region.  

The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is open for applications until July 30, 2025, providing money for capital projects to enrich lives in rural communities. 

Precipitation accumulation to date for the 2025 growing season has varied across Alberta, while provincial ratings for the conditions of all crops remains stable, with 61 per cent of all crops rated as good to excellent.

Since May 18, 2025, precipitation varied significantly across regions. Most areas of the province received more rainfall during this 30-day period than in the previous one, delivering much-needed moisture to many.

Do you want to plant trees on your property? Our Tree Seedling Program for residents is in its fourth year, and orders are now open! 

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is offering a free, online course, focused on managing your farm finances, to assist producers in building knowledge and learning on their own time.

Check out the upcoming AFSC deadlines and don't forget to pay crop insurance premiums before June 25, for an early payment discount!