High-Tech Weed Control: Fighting Herbicide Resistance Without Reversing No-Till Gains High-Tech Weed Control: Fighting Herbicide Resistance Without Reversing No-Till Gains I grew up on my family farm in the 1980s and 1990s. Before the switch to no-till, I can remember a couple of tillage passes to supplement weed control.
What is regenerative agriculture? What is regenerative agriculture? Regenerative agriculture has been a popular topic among the farming community and the public, as environmental sustainability is a growing concern.
Progress In Managing Parasites Progress In Managing Parasites The weather this grazing season is just one factor that could increase parasite concerns for sheep and goat farmers, says Dr. Emma Borkowski.
Herbicide Resistance Across the Prairies Herbicide Resistance Across the Prairies “It’s a growing problem across the country, and it’s not just happening in Canada,” says Geddes.
Sask. Clubroot Strategy Paying Off Sask. Clubroot Strategy Paying Off Farmers in Saskatchewan were no doubt happy to see the recent announcement that no new clubroot cases had been discovered in the province in 2024.
Farming Through Uncertainty Farming Through Uncertainty Farmers across the Prairies are no strangers to the industry's challenges, and 2025 presents a particularly turbulent landscape.
Soil Carbon & Tillage Soil Carbon & Tillage Tillage breaks up soil aggregates, releases carbon and accelerates organic matter breakdown.
Revolutionizing Ranching Revolutionizing Ranching In Southwest Saskatchewan, Erika and Cyle Stewart are redefining modern ranching at Pine Ranch.
Making & Feeding Quality Hay Making & Feeding Quality Hay For most ruminants, forage makes up a significant portion of their diet.
Grants & Guidance: Unlocking Your Farm’s Potential Grants & Guidance: Unlocking Your Farm’s Potential Funding programs allow farmers to improve their land and equipment and encourage advances in the agricultural industry.
Spring Manure Management Spring Manure Management As the growing season approaches, farmers face a critical task: Managing manure application to maximize its benefits for both crop growth and soil health.
Canola Setbacks & Solutions Canola Setbacks & Solutions The 2024 growing season on the Prairies was difficult for many canola producers, as unpredictable weather patterns severely impacted crop development.
Pandemic Preparedness Bill Sparks Controversy Pandemic Preparedness Bill Sparks Controversy The recent arrival of a private members’ bill on pandemic preparedness to the Canadian Senate has caused concerns in the agricultural sector.
Planter Upgrades: Doing More With The Planter You Already Have Planter Upgrades: Doing More With The Planter You Already Have Planters have been gaining recognition for their precision and crop quality.
New Year, New Goals New Year, New Goals The agricultural community across the Prairies can reflect on 2024 as a year filled with both challenges and achievements.
Weather Woes & Mixed Yields Weather Woes & Mixed Yields With harvest wrapped up, farmers are reflecting on a growing season shaped by weather challenges.
Could your soil hold more water? Could your soil hold more water? Drought is not uncommon in the Prairies, and precipitation and soil moisture can often be the determining factor in crop success.
Renting Out Your Land Renting Out Your Land Renting out your land to a farming tenant can have many benefits.
Create a Farm Culture of Grain Safety Create a Farm Culture of Grain Safety Kendra Ulmer says that a focus on awareness and a strong safety culture is the best way to avoid the incidents and health threats that accompany grain handling.
Project Could Offer Drought Relief for Farmers Project Could Offer Drought Relief for Farmers The government of Alberta recently announced that it is studying the feasibility of a new reservoir between Calgary and Edmonton in response to the ongoing drought.
Expert Gopher Help for Farmers Friday, June 27, 2025 With gopher populations increasing across Saskatchewan, many landowners are struggling with crop loss and land damage. These rodents not only reduce crop yields but also create dangerous conditions for livestock. In response, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF), supported by the... Read this article online
Agriculture Community Donates Generously to a Service they Hope They Never Need Thursday, June 26, 2025 In late June the latest HALO Air Ambulance helicopter -- recently added to the fleet -- will mark its first day in operation in Southern Alberta -- a big deal to the surrounding farming community as more than 50% of calls are related to farming and farm properties. HALO Air Ambulance... Read this article online
Alberta soil moisture improving but still low Thursday, June 26, 2025 According to the AFSC and Alberta Government Crop Reporting Survey for the week of June 17 to 25, the recent rainfall has brought some relief to Alberta's agriculture sector, especially in the Central and North East regions. However, the South continues to face drought stress. Crop... Read this article online
Health Canada sets rules for drone spraying Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Health Canada has approved the use of drones, also called Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), for pesticide application under the Pest Control Products Act (PCPA). Drones are considered aircraft by Transport Canada, but Health Canada treats them differently due to their unique... Read this article online
Spare Feed Needed to Support Alberta Farms Impacted by Wildfire Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Recent wildfires in Alberta have placed enormous stress on livestock producers, especially swine and cattle farmers. In response, the County of Grande Prairie has launched a peer-to-peer support program to help address the urgent need for livestock feed The initiative encourages... Read this article online