Tag: agriculture

For the first time in four years, Canada’s cattle herd has recorded a year-over-year increase, with Alberta leading the charge in raising the numbers.

Harvest progress remains steady for areas east and west of Lloydminster. Overall Saskatchewan is at 68 per cent, and sitting behind the five-year average of 83 per cent. For Alberta, harvest is 59 per cent complete, which is above the five-year average of 35 per cent.

Alberta is recognizing the vital role of agricultural societies across the province as Agricultural Societies Day is being observed on Sunday, Sep. 21.

Farmers in the County of Vermilion River and surrounding communities—including Wainwright, Vermilion, Kitscoty, and Dewberry—are reporting strong harvest progress as mid-September arrives. Whereas, farmers east of Lloydminster are dealing with the challenges of the growing season and its impact on crops.

Harvest progress in the Lloydminster region and areas to the east has been slow for the period ending Aug. 18. Scattered rain showers and humid mornings are shortening harvest days and delaying crop maturity. On the Alberta side of Lloydminster, early-maturing crops like field peas, lentils, and barley are being swathed and combined, while others are still waiting for warmer, drier weather to reach maturity.

The program, called Root, is free and provides producers with what is essentially a virtual assistant or help desk. It offers farmers advice, recommendations and personalized solutions to help navigate the challenges and complexities of modern agriculture. 

With Alberta hosting a few crop diagnostic sessions, Lakeland College will open its doors for producers to come in on July 23.

Lloydminster area farmers have a local option when it comes to aerial spraying with the launch of Bradley Air.