Ag-Expo in Lethbridge, the long-running and largest agricultural trade show in Alberta, has been rescheduled from its usual time slot. The event, held at Lethbridge Exhibition Park, is now scheduled for March 17-19 instead of the previously planned dates of Feb. 24-26. The change results from Alberta health restrictions on indoor gatherings that were implemented […] Read more
Farm Living
Young farmer finds unique education
Abbey Taylor spent much of last year working her way across the country as she exchanged the classroom for experience
Abbey Taylor has chosen to make Canada her classroom. Instead of the usual course of action, the 22-year-old opened up her agricultural education by following her interests to gain experience working on farms across the country. Last year after spring planting was completed at her family’s grain farm near Belmont, Ont., and after her summer […] Read more
Slower pace gives families time to enjoy food together
As we begin our journey through 2021, given the past years’ experience, I think that I have been reminded of the quote, “when one door closes, another one opens.” We have had to stay home, slow down and find comfort in our immediate surroundings. Our world as we knew it was fast–paced and for many, […] Read more
Better weather this winter eases calving stress
On the Farm: The next generation receives hands-on experience as members carry on a family tradition of raising cattle
WESTLOCK, Alta. — Scott and Wendy Letts have their home farm on the original Letts family homestead northwest of Westlock, Alta., near the Pembina River. Family have been on this farm for more than 100 years, and cattle have been part of the farm all along. Scott and Wendy raise more than 200 head of […] Read more
State of the ice was serious stuff
On the anticipation meter for any kid, there are two clear frontrunners: Christmas and the end of the school year. The third favourite for many kids, depending on who you talk to, is the first skate of fall. Autumn was a busy time of year when I grew up. All hands were needed to complete […] Read more
Postpartum depression can be debilitating for new moms
Q: I hope one day you will write about postpartum depression. Our grandniece struggled with it for a while, just after the birth of their third child and it seemed to me that she struggled so unnecessarily because she did not open up honestly with her doctor. By trying to bury her struggle deep within […] Read more
Alberta pauses coal lease sales
Due to growing public opposition to its plans for the development of open-pit coal mines on Alberta’s eastern slopes, the provincial government has blinked. “We have listened carefully to the concerns raised in recent days, and thank those who spoke up with passion,” energy minister Sonya Savage said in a statement Jan. 18. “As a […] Read more
Country stars speak out against coal mining
Canadian country musicians are opposing an Alberta decision easing the development of open-pit coal mines along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. “One of the things I’d like to point out is that people get kind of annoyed when some entertainers talk about current events, and I agree with them most of the time,” […] Read more
Facing up to harassment in agriculture
Women shine a light on sexual harassment as they tell their stories of what they have faced while working at farm shows
After four years of working in agribusiness, Kathryn Sarauer still feels uneasy sharing her experiences with harassment at agribusiness shows. Before leaving her job as a sales representative for a farm implements dealer, Sarauer started wearing a wedding ring when going out to work her booth. She isn’t married, but Sarauer says she received less […] Read more
Winnipeg-area restaurant offers charm and sustenance
As previous well-intended New Year’s declarations were often short-lived, this year I am creating a bucket list with taste buds in mind. I have spent nearly 30 years working in the agriculture and food industries with farmers, ranchers, chefs, culinary educators, dietitians, recipe developers and restaurateurs. Therefore, my bucket list consists of prairie culinary destinations […] Read more
