On the Farm: Kevin Lefsrud needed a creative pastime after retiring from the Canadian Football League because of multiple concussions
VIKING, Alta. — When Kevin Lefsrud began coping with his concussion, he realized he needed a creative outlet to improve his mental health. He decided to distill honey, creating an array of uniquely flavoured alcohols through his company, Section 35. “Concussions are a very nasty thing,” he said, speaking in a telephone interview from his […] Read moreAuthor Archives

Racism: not someone else’s problem
People of colour who work in the agriculture sector share their experiences and argue the rural Prairies are not immune
Himadry Singh was once told she needed a more white-sounding name. In another instance, someone said to her she was only hired to fill a diversity quota. She has also been asked if her parents speak good English. The racist comments are only a few that Singh, a marketer in agriculture, has dealt with. She […] Read more
Alta. community creates scrub bags
Health-care workers can use the bags to store their work clothes after shifts to help reduce the spread of COVID-19
When Laurie Hermary first realized scrub bags were needed for health-care workers in neighbouring communities, she immediately went work. Hermary, along with many others, began sewing dozens of bags. Health-care and group-home workers can use them to store their work clothes after their shifts. With COVID-19, health-care employees are trying to reduce the spread of […] Read more
Private rail crossing upgrades could be costly
Farmers may have to decide whether they want to keep their crossings as new regulations come into force next year
Farmers with private rail crossings will have to decide whether to keep them when new regulations come into effect late next year. The regulations require railway companies and public transport authorities to meet new safety standards by Nov. 27, 2021. Landowners with private crossings must also meet the regulations, and may be required pay for […] Read moreAlberta launches new funding opportunity for agriculture
The $40 million fund is intended to provide economic benefits to the agricultural sector and help it reduce emissions
The Alberta government will be providing funds to agriculture ventures that demonstrate they can help boost the economy and lower carbon emissions through innovation. The $40 million in new funds, announced in early June, will be funnelled through Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA). The provincial corporation is requesting industry members to submit applications. The forestry industry […] Read moreWet spring dampens progress in northern Alta.

Alta. removes fusarium from pest act

4-H shows fundraising spirit during pandemic
Clubs adjust to COVID-19 by going digital to showcase their work and raise money for charities such as food banks
Despite changes to their activities, 4-H members have adjusted fairly well during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clubs have started showcasing their work and have undertaken fundraising efforts. Even though everything is digital, they’ve continued to be successful. “Our motto is to learn by doing, and that is what we’re doing,” said Susann Stone, executive director of […] Read more
Alta. local food council wants better branding, food hubs
