In 2024, markets reported more than 4.6 million customer visits, with an average of $70 spent per visit, increasing by one million customers since 2023.
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Farmers markets open for business in Alberta
Millions of people shop at farmers markets across the province every year, spending an average of $70 per visit
Sask. yarn fit for a king and queen
The Canadian Fibre Mill, located west of Moose Jaw near Caron, offers yarn made from fibre collected across the country
Karen Smith and her husband, Howard, have raised sheep for decades and operate a transport company that moves sheep and wool across Canada.
Chronic disease solution identified
Scientists from the University of Florida argue that more research funding is needed for fruit and vegetable production
Scientists argue that research spending on fruit and vegetable crops is almost nothing when compared to the amount of money spent on health care research.
Applications sought for mental health initiative
Agriculture Canada is looking to fund projects that use novel strategies to promote mental well-being among Canadian producers
Agriculture Canada is seeking collaborative solutions that employ novel strategies to promote mental well-being among producers in Canada.
Agriculture well represented in Alberta Order of Excellence
Silver screen westerns and increased agriculture awareness keys to induction decision by council
The world of agriculture will be recognized at the Alberta Order of Excellence in 2025.
Blacklegged ticks gain ground in Saskatchewan
Numbers are still low, but their presence is cause for concern because they can carry Lyme disease and spread it to humans
As of early June, 11 blacklegged ticks had been identified in Saskatchewan, based on reports to a monitoring service called etick.ca.
Pemmican to bannock: a symbol of First Nations resilience
The bison were sacred animals for the Indigenous people, providing them with the necessities of life: food, clothing, shelter, tools and toys.
Variety of options available to manage separation, divorce
In Saskatchewan, there are a variety of process options that people may use to navigate separation and divorce.
Pulse flour demand makes significant strides
Bakery companies are eager to use pulses because it allows them to use protein/ fibre and sustainability claims on their products
Pulses are making inroads into the US$507 billion global bakery industry, say industry officials.
Tax and estate planning toolbox needs periodic inspection
Achieving tax efficiency and a smooth transition of a farming business, whether that means selling the farm or passing it on to the next generation, requires a high level of care and attention.
