Agricultural News

A brief update on recent and historical moisture averages in Alberta. 

Severe drought, as we have seen across much of Alberta, can cause widespread tree mortality. Our resident Tree Expert, Toso Bozic, has put together another handy fact sheet to help you protect your trees during this dry period. 

Alberta's Mountain Pine Beetle Control Program continues to slow the spread of the pests in Alberta forests, showing a steep decline in population. 

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is now offering a new Will and Estate Pre-Planning Tool for Canadian farms. 

In partnership with farms across Alberta, AgKnow is seeking your voice in helping to shape crucial mental health initiatives for farmers. 

As warm air pushes its way in over the next several days, many areas may get another shot of much needed moisture.

The deadline for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance Program is fast approaching. Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2024, to be considered. 

Saddle Hills County would like to show our appreciation for our local farmers and producers, and our 2023 Farm Family, by hosting an event, including steak dinner, at the Fourth Creek Hall.

In the 90-days since October 6, 2023, temperatures have remained well above average, with many parts of the northern-half of the province seeing temperatures this warm less than once in 50 years. This, coupled with low precipitation accumulations, has resulted in virtually snow-free conditions across parts of all four of our agricultural regions.

Are you interested in becoming a host farm for Alberta Open Farm Days 2024 and benefiting from free training, including topics such as ag-tourism, grants and funding, selling food on your farm, insurance, marketing, and much more?