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Crews have begun construction on the rural waterline project in East Woking as of October 4, 2023. The project is estimated to last around three months. During this time, you will experience increased activity in the area. Please drive with caution when passing through construction areas and watch out for equipment and workers.

We thank you for your patience during this time and apologize for any inconvenience.

Crop Report, provided by the Government of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, as of October 3, 2023.

Alberta’s government is launching the Agricultural Societies Infrastructure Revitalization Program, a new capital grant that allocates $2.5 million annually to help ag societies update existing facilities.

These buildings are central hubs in their communities, offering residents and visitors opportunities to gather, build connections and engage with their neighbours. Alberta’s communities need effective, up-to-date facilities to encourage community involvement and growth.

Since September 14, 2023, most of southern Alberta has finally received much needed rain.  Although amounts have been modest through the central (10-15 mm) and northern portions of the region (5-10 mm), it has still been welcome.

RDAR (Results Driven Agriculture Research) invites eligible applicants to submit Letters of Intent to the Accelerating Agricultural Innovations (AAI) 2.0 Program. Letters of Intent will be accepted on a continual basis.

RDAR is delivering AAI 2.0 alongside the Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation (AGI).

The launch of AAI 2.0 marks an ambitious path forward in Alberta. Supporting RDAR’s mandate to target strategic investment in producer-led, results-driven agriculture research, AAI 2.0 program funding will power new projects that increase competitiveness, profitability, productivity, and sustainability in Alberta agriculture.

Students from Bonanza, Savanna, Rycroft, Spirit River Regional Academy, and Ste. Marie Catholic schools visited the Saddle Hills County Administration Complex on Thursday, September 28, 2023, for the County's annual Leaders of Tomorrow event.

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is a proud supporter of 4-H in Alberta through post-secondary scholarships, support for a variety of provincial programs, and their 4-H Alberta Grassroots Fund.

Through this fund, any new or existing 4-H Alberta sanctioned club can apply for up to $300 to be used to support activities, programs, events or initiatives that fall into the areas of Agriculture/Agri-Food, Education and Outreach, and Community Well-Being. Funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds are allotted.

Residents and ratepayers in Saddle Hills County may notice a new newspaper in their mailbox this week!

Saddle Hills County has partnered with Town & Country News Grande Prairie to bring you even more local news relevant to you.

Site development for the new Blueberry Mountain Fire Hall is now underway!

The Request for Proposal for the construction of the building is currently active, and closes on October 6, 2023. After this time Saddle Hills County Administration will review the proposals and make a selection, entering into a contract with one of the Design Build contractors.

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is marking 20 years of Drive Away Hunger by announcing that it will match up to $1 million in new donations to food security agencies in Canada.

Drive Away Hunger has brought the agriculture and food industry together to support food banks and food security programs. Last year, it raised a record 40 million meals and FCC hopes to inspire an even bigger impact this year.