Hand Picked News
Hear from Anna Cates about practices to improve your farm soil health at the Global Crop Production Virtual Conference, December 13! Cates is the first State Soil Health Specialist at Minnesota Office of Soil Health.
Andrew Wherrett manages 5 research agronomists while overseeing the Crop Protection portfolio at Living Farm in Western Australia. His work aids the advancement of canola and fighting blackleg through researching effective agronomic practices and inputs. He joins us at the Global Crop Production Virtual Conference to provide insight on how we can approach the introduction of novel crops into our system.
John Foley is a Nuffield Scholar and Senior Seed Production Agronomist at PGG Wrightson Seeds (PGW Seeds) in New Zealand. He views the arable sector as a prime example of innovation and collaboration, working to advance it. He joins us at the Global Crop Production Virtual Conference to provide insight on what we can learn from the situation in New Zealand.
You're never too old to learn! Our staff is always trying to learn new skills and expand their knowledge. This winter, our staff is honing their skills in leadership and communication!
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A collective of cereal crop commissions in western Canada have released a new tech sheet for Bacterial Leaf Streak with the support of researchers working on the disease.
With over three quarters of its 173 trials harvested, Farming Smarter expects to complete harvest by the second week of Sept except silage and grain corn trials.
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With over three quarters of its 173 trials harvested, Farming Smarter expects to complete harvest by the second week of Sept except silage and grain corn trials.
Book Review: Mass Disruption -- 30 Years on the Front Lines of a Media Revolution
Author: John Stackhouse
Austin Dennis is here to show off our upland rice trials in partnership with University of Lethbridge and Galaxy Ag Ventures! This exciting new project is investigating whether rice has the potential to be a specialty crop in southern Alberta.
We change the way people farm
We change the way people farmBe an innovation leaderFarming Smarter launches a special program this year to create nutrient management and cover crop champions! It's free to participate because we received funding to foster southern Alberta mentors and leaders over the next year. The program will include a special workshop in early summer, free registration to our signature summer events and a conference pass for Feb. 2024. There’s more, so if you’re interested in becoming a beacon of knowledge, contact us today for complete details! |
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We change the way people farm
Connect agriculture with the city!Showcase your role in agriculture to an urban audienceWe drive innovation at the farm level through agronomic testing, scientific knowledge and the right connections for them to succeed.ve their knowledge in design sphere. Join Farming Smarter for Alberta Open Farm Days August 19! Highlight your contribution to food security. Sponsor an agriculture Learning Center to stand out in the field with a 20x20 tent. All industry participants can be part of the knowledge scavenger hunt! Call Sean, 403 317 0022 to learn more. |
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A trusted driver of innovationBuilding and inspiring a culture of innovation in western Canadian agricultureTrue innovation isn’t just doing something in a new way or inventing something to change for the sake of change. It is doing something in a new way that brings benefit. For us, innovation is creativity and a belief that new ideas and new technologies can bring improvement, grounded in great science applied at a grassroots level.
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Located in Canada’s largest agricultural area and features key agricultural industries including primary production, value-added processing plants, and agriculture-related small and medium-sized enterprises. This area contributes about $8 billion in gross farm revenue, contains 690,000 ha under irrigation (70% of total irrigated acres in Canada), and is home to the largest federal research station (Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada).
As an independent non-profit association, we have the flexibility and freedom to bridge gaps and broker connections.
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Events
A great opportunity for southern Alberta's agriculture community to come together and share knowledge, brainstorm ideas, and make connections. Plus, you can listen to our experts share updates on Farming Smarter's research from this year!
A great opportunity for southern Alberta's agriculture community to come together and share knowledge, brainstorm ideas, and make connections. Plus, you can listen to our experts share updates on Farming Smarter's research from this year!
Pick up CCA's from home or in the office at the March 21 Pesticide Applicator Workshop for $199!