AgSafe Alberta Society Provides A Full Slate Of Safety Training
Since Alberta’s Bill 6, The Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act, came into effect on Jan. 1, 2016, one organization — AgSafe Alberta Society — has been working… Read More
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Food Processing Development Centre Grows Province’s Food And Beverage Industries
The production of primary commodities and value-added products is vital to Alberta. Ensuring Alberta producers are getting best value for their products is part of the mandate of the province’s… Read More
Canola Breeder Dedicated To His Craft: Dr. Habibur Rahman Has Made Significant Contributions To The Industry
Plant breeding wasn’t Dr. Habibur Rahman’s first interest. Indeed, Rahman initially thought he would get into the field of human or plant genetics. But a chance conversation with a family… Read More
Europe to impose near-total ban on neonicotinoids
EU member states have voted in favour of a total outdoor ban on three neonicotinoid pesticides that was proposed by the European commission. The use of clothianidin, imidaclroprid and thiamethoxam… Read More
Safe Transport of Farm Equipment in Alberta Manual
This newly revised manual is for farm owners and workers transporting agricultural equipment on public roads. In addition to driving tips, advice on increased visibility and common dangerous situations including… Read More
Supporting the Growth of Canada’s Seed Industry
The federal government is investing over $760,000 through Growing Forward 2 programs to help the Canadian seed industry improve and enhance the certification of seed crops, identify and assess risks… Read More
Lyster, Whiting Honoured by Alberta Seed Growers
The Alberta Seed Growers honoured two individuals at their recent annual general meeting in Banff, Alta. Norm Lyster was presented the Honorary Life Award in recognition of his valuable service… Read More
DowDuPont Agriculture Division To Become Corteva Agriscience
The agriculture division of DowDuPont will be known as Corteva Agriscience one it is spun-off, which is expected to happen by June 1, 2019. The name is derived from a… Read More
Alberta’s Outstanding Young Farmers for 2018
More than 60 people gathered to honour fourth generation farmers Craig and Jinel Ference of Double F Farms located at Kirriemuir as Alberta’s Outstanding Young Farmers for 2018. The winners… Read More
DowDuPont Agriculture Division Announces New Premium Seed Brand
DowDuPont Agriculture Division is launching a new premium global seed brand — Brevant — in Canada, Latin America and select European countries in 2018. The Brevant brand will replace the… Read More
