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Published each Monday, Agri-News covers the latest on all things agriculture in Alberta. Find news on livestock, crops and markets, research, food and beverage production, and programs and events. Information published in this newsletter is intended for redistribution – feel free to share! If you reproduce articles, please mention the source.

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family of Richardson’s ground squirrels - parent squirrel feeding young squirrels
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Early intervention crucial in managing Richardson's ground squirrels
Timely action ensures that the population is managed before it grows too large, making control more effective.
Text: "Alberta Open Farm Days: Presented by Service Credit Union"; image of a stream
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Be a host farm for Alberta Open Farm Days 2025
Registration is now open for farms and ranches to be part of the 13th annual Open Farm Days on August 16 and 17.
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Keep your Premises Identification account up to date
Effective emergency response and the ability to protect your livestock and poultry depends on accurate account information.
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Alberta Food Centre – A hidden gem
Sunterra Group encourages companies in the food processing industry to find out how the Centre can help build their business.
Dr. Kee Jim and Minister
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Dr. Kee Jim inducted into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame
Dr. Kee Jim honoured for his innovative approach to feedlot cattle health, disease protocols and strengthening Alberta’s cattle industry.
Minister and Susan Schafers
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The late Manfred Kanehl inducted into the Agriculture Hall of Fame
Manfred Kanehl honoured posthumously for his contributions and advancements to animal welfare and food safety in the Canadian egg industry.
Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation shaking hands with Blair Roth
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Blair Roth inducted into Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame
Blair Roth honoured for his contribution to building Alberta’s special crops industry, from agronomics and variety selection to marketing.
Landscape or water, green grass, rolls of hay and rolling hills and mountains under a blue sky
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Agricultural societies find innovative ways to help communities thrive
Four agricultural societies receive Alberta Agricultural Societies Innovation Awards.
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Planning to expand or build new livestock facilities?
Review these technical guidelines for assistance to meet permit and closure requirements at confined feeding operations.
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2025 ESATS – an introduction
The Environmentally Sustainable Agriculture Tracking Survey (ESATS) tracks use of beneficial management practices by farmers and ranchers.
Groundwater monitoring wells in a snowy field
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Updated guidelines provide clarity when monitoring liquid manure storages
Leak detection sampling and monitoring guidelines help agricultural operators when monitoring liquid manure storage facilities for leaks.
Leafy orange carrots, onions and a variety of other vegetables laid out in front of a blue, orange and white sign with white text: Alberta Open Farm Days
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Record Growth for Alberta Open Farm Days 2024
Over 50,000 Albertans visited farms and participated in culinary events during Open Farm Days in 2024.
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