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Technical Advisory Group helps producers meet AOPA
Technical guidelines are developed to help operators manage environmental risks and comply with the Agricultural Operation Practices Act.
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Maximize profit and returns – Enrol in the Dairy Cost Study program
Gain insight into production costs and actively manage them by enrolling in the Dairy Cost Study program.
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2024 Harvest Sample Program
With harvest underway in Alberta, a reminder that one step to marketing is knowing the product that you have to offer.
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Back to crop marketing basics
Marketing strategies to consider now that prices are off their highs.
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What’s driving combine prices higher?
Increased farm acres and labour savings driving combine size and pricing.
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Albertans can do their part to prevent wildfires
A few simple steps can keep your campfire from becoming a wildfire.
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Canola prices floundering
There are several factors affecting canola prices and constraining a significant price rally.
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Rebuilding the Alberta cow herd
Although there are more incentives for producers to retain heifers and rebuild their herds, the journey is likely to be gradual.
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Say hay - is it time for another look at this strategic crop?
With grain and oilseed prices down from recent highs, it might be the right time to consider growing hay as a cash crop.
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Grant funding for Alberta producers
Sustainable CAP applicants should be cautious of external grant sites charging a fee to access Sustainable CAP programs and services.
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Using a broker to market crops
Brokers can often obtain a higher price than producers can on their own, possibly because of buyer convenience and premiums for volume.
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Alberta lamb cohort is expected to remain stable
Strong price performance, greener pastures and easing of input costs point to a favourable year.