Pivot Spirits showcases transition from farmer to distiller with provincial award-winning results in Alberta for Lars Hirch
Farm Living
From farmer to award-winning distiller
Rolling Hills farmer’s succession plan includes producing award-winning whisky while pursing passion
Support needed at all levels for high-value solar projects
Renewable energy project doesn’t take up valuable farm land, it actually enhances it
Farmers, rural municipalities and governments should welcome any opportunity to get involved in large-scale solar power installations, say agrivoltaics proponents.
Harvest leadership: Now is the time to address problems
How’s your team performing so far? It sounds simple, but it’s not just small talk. At this time of year, many farm leaders forget to pause and evaluate, even briefly.
A place of national honour for former deputy ag minister, Dori Gingera-Beauchemin
Long public service, focus on community and industry leadership launch Dori Gingera-Beauchemin into 2025 Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame honourees
Long public service, focus on community and industry leadership launch Dori Gingera-Beauchemin into 2025 Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame honourees
It’s time to share garden abundance
Canadian produce is widely available at farmer’s markets, local grocers and of course, through sharing garden abundance with others.
Alberta farmer served as rescue pilot
Southern Alberta farmer remembered for the numerous lives he impacted as rescue pilot for HALO
Former southern Alberta farmer/rancher remembered as first pilot for HALO Air Ambulance, flying numerous missions and saving lives in rural communities.
Communication key to bridging generation gap
Curiosity and empathy can fill the communication gap between generations, succession coach advises
Each generation is shaped by the predominant forces at play during their formative years. Acknowledging these influences can improve communication among the generations.
Growing crops for fuel comes with challenges
Hurdles facing energy crops include land use concerns, food vs. fuel production and incentives for farmers
Crops for sustainable aviation fuel will be the subject of much debate. Where to plant them, will farmers invest in them and how food and fuel prices will be impacted must be discussed.
Drone use in agriculture requires understanding the rules
Whether using drones for field monitoring, mapping, livestock, seeding or even spraying, it is important to know the laws and regulations for their use in agriculture.
Make a tasty meal out of in-season fruit and vegetables
Knowing how to keep produce at peak freshness avoids unnecessary waste. The following storage tips come from Canada’s Food Guide.
