Agricultural News

Harvest progress continues throughout the province, advancing by 17 per cent for all crops since the last report two weeks ago. Provincially, about 20 per cent of all crops have been combined, which is 8 per cent ahead of the 5-year average and 10 per cent ahead of the 10-year average.

Since August 20, 2024, the province has experienced significant precipitation events in the South, North West, and Peace Regions. Amounts in excess of 50 mm were reported in some areas.

Get involved in the Harvest Sample Program and receive unofficial grade and quality results at no charge, to help benefit Canadian grain producers and the entire grain value chain.

Alberta Beef Producers has introduced a new funding stream, the Alberta Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) Incentive, providing funding for expenses and equipment that facilitate further adoption of best management practices.

The On-Farm Efficiency Program (OFEP) is now open and accepting applications! The program aims to support producers in achieving environmental benefits by improving the efficient use of agricultural outputs.

Harvest has progressed around the province and is at 8 per cent complete for major crops, up 6 per cent from last week. This is above the 10-year average of 5 per cent and slightly below the 5-year average. 

Since the last report on August 8, 2024, rainfall has been extremely variable. Across the province some areas received over 20 mm of rainfall, while some saw as little as 5 mm. 

The Producer Research and Evaluation Program (PREP) provides funding of up to $20,000 per project, to support producers in completing on-farm research to evaluate emerging technologies, products, and production practices.

'Leaf' a Mark this Tree Check Month and inspect your plants and trees for invasive species.

Aphid populations can quickly increase, impacting your crops, especially when conditions are warm and dry. Learn how to identify and eradicate these pests.