Tag: agriculture

Support program aims to support producers through volatile markets

Provincial Kass Patterson -
While global uncertainty is driving up fuel and fertilizer costs for Canadian producers, a Canadian company is working to help them during this period.

Saddle Hills joins other communities in declaring an agriculture emergency

Business Kass Patterson -
Saddle Hills County has declared an agricultural disaster, citing severe drought and forecasted extended dry conditions.

County declares agriculture disaster for 2025 growing season

Business Kass Patterson -
For a second year, the County of Grande declared an agricultural disaster, citing factors including severe drought and forecasted extended dry conditions.

Greenview joins Pincher Creek in declaring agricultural disaster

MD of Greenview Kass Patterson -
Drought conditions and a severe grasshopper infestation have resulted in the MD of Greenview declaring an agricultural disaster for the livestock industry. 

Broken Tine Orchard’s Alde family recognized as County of GP’s 2025 Farm Family of the Year

County of Grande Prairie Ethan Montague -
The County of Grande Prairie has recognized Kreg and Lee-Anne Alde, the owners of Broken Tine Orchard, as the 2025 Farm Family of the Year. 

County encourages nominations for 2025 Farm Family of the Year award as deadline fast approaches

County of Grande Prairie Ethan Montague -
County residents only have a few more days to nominate their picks for the County of Grande Prairie's 2025 Farm Family of the Year award. 

Province warns against crop burning as wildfire hazard increases

News Erica Fisher -
Producers around the Peace country are still dealing with unharvested crops due to wet fields, but the province is...

MLA Drysdale pushing for faster handling of unharvested acreage claims

News Erica Fisher -
There are reportedly at least a million unharvested acres of farm land in Alberta due to wet fields, and...

Explore local food and farms during Alberta Open Farm Days

News Erica Fisher -
Two local farms are opening their gates for this year's Alberta Open Farm Days. From 10 a.m. to 2...

Entire Agriculture Financial Services board fired over expense claims

News Erica Fisher -
The provincial government has fired the entire board of directors of the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation after looking into...

Warkentin pushes science-based assessments in China

News Erica Fisher -
Chris Warkentin has come back from China with a greater understanding of international trade opportunities. The Grande Prairie -...

NDP moving forward with Bill 6 working groups

News Justine Kelsie -
The Alberta government will be seeking feedback from residents during the next phase of consultations for Bill 6. Minister...

Grande Prairie Ritchie Bros. auction attracts nearly 5,000 bidders

News Erica Fisher -
Every item at Thursday's Ritchie Bros. auction Grande Prairie sold without a minimum bid or reserve price. More than...

Peace Country Classic Agri-show welcomes new activities

News Justine Kelsie -
Another year of agriculture at the Peace Country Agri-show kicks off today in Evergreen park with the same classic...

Bill 6 passed in Alberta legislature

News Erica Fisher -
Bill 6 has passed third reading in the Alberta legislature by a vote of 44 to 29. The controversial...

Rally against Bill 6 in Grande Prairie

News Erica Fisher -
UPDATE: Organizers say a petition against Bill 6 will be available for signing between 7 and 9 p.m. tonight...
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Eyes on the road: Tips for safe holiday travel as snow in forecast for parts of Alberta

Community
The first snowfall of the final stretch of the year is in the forecast for some communities, including parts of the Peace Country, which could impact holiday travel over the coming Thanksgiving long weekend. 

Wembley Wildcats receive RONA Rookies program support

Community
The Wembley Wildcats are among 150 minor hockey teams across Canada receiving support through the RONA Rookies program this season.

Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie launches annual Dignity Drive

Community
The Rotary Clubs of Grande Prairie's Dignity Drive has kicked off for another year. 

Legion showcases two new veteran memorial crosswalks

Community
The Grande Prairie Legion has unveiled two brand-new veteran memorial crosswalks in the city.

NWP Wolves women’s hockey team ready to take bite out of ACAC

Community
Northwestern Polytechnic's Wolves women's hockey team is hoping the community can come together to pack the rink at their inaugural home game in the Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference on Friday.
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