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Liming Effectson ForageSustainabilit

By ChelseyHostettler,F

Newfarmtriallaunches

Sexsmith,AB

Whenproducersareaskedaboutwhat kindofyieldsthat aregetting, anautomatic responseis ‘well Ididn’t getthe rains at therighttimes’ or‘Ihave anold,tiredhayland, it ’s justnotproducinglikeitshould’, amongmanyother reasonsthatcouldbecausinglowerthanaverage yields.AtPCBFA, we have observeddecadesofon-farmsoil test reports.Assoilnutrients tend to rangedependingonsoiltypeand nutrient uptakefromannualandperennialcropstherehasbeenone keyparameterthatstandsout.Acidicsoilswhere pH couldbeaslow as5.4and Ca%saturationaslow as36.6%.Whensoilsarestrongly acidicwithpHinthe rangeof5.5,majormacronutrientscanbe tiedup to thepointofyourcropsinabilitytouptakeandultimately thrive. Thestudythatweare enteringinto for3 yearswillassess threelimingproductsandtheirimpac tonanexistinghaystand.The projec tisfunded by theAlbertaGovernmentundertheR angeland SustainabilityFund.Thelimingproducts, landandcropspecialist have agreed to donatetheirtimeandproductstothe trial.

Applicationof Ag Limeoncultivatedlandintheconversionofannual cropland to perennialhayland.

Abalancedequilibriumofcalciumandmagnesiumcreatesa soil environment forbac teriaandfungusactivityfortheproperdecayof organic residues. - C.J. Fenzau ‘TheManagementof Ca fora Wholesome Soil andCropSystem’

98G

Pelletized Lime Woodash Ag Lime

•SourcedfromaUS-basedcompany(Calcium Products) withlocaldistributionfrom Vanderhoof,BC

•Rateswill range200 to 400lbs /acre

•Purityis98%calciticlimestone

•Ground to anultra-finepowderbefore it ’s pelletized

•SourcedfromLimestone Cowboys,Chetwynd,BC

•Rateswill rangefrom 2to4 tons /acre

•Purityat95% -100%

•SourcedfromCanfor,Grande Prairiewithlocal distribution coordinatedbyEggersSoil Solution

•Rateswill rangefrom 3to4 tons /acre

•Purityrangingbetween55-65%

Thefieldstudywillassesstheeconomic feasibilityandpotentialbenefits ofliming overthedurationofthetrial.Thegoaloftheprojec tistobeable to providestrategies to incorporateliminginto yourfarmmanagement plans.Theprojec tincludesmeasurementssuchassoilorganiccarbon andaggregate stability. Doeslimingamelioratethesoilstructure, thereby impactingplantgrowthandplantproductivity?

Economic feasibilityisakey componenttothestudy.Inorder forfarmers to determineifthispracticecould work fortheirfarm, acostbenefitanalysis mustinclude amulti-year costinputsandyieldoutputsevaluation. Additionally,PCBFAwillbemonitoringhowthe varyingproductscanbe incorporatedintoanexistinghaystandwithoutfull termination.Thisis akey considerationforfarmersthathavehay andpasturelandinwhichtheyare thinkingofsoilamendingwithoutdiscingtheirfieldand re -seeding. Thereare threemainobjectivesinthestudy:

•Soil –Environmental

oChanges to soilpH,%changesinsoilbasesaturationof Ca,Mg, Naand Kdue to liming

oEffectsoflimingonlegumenodulationandmicronutrient availability

oEffectsonSoilOrganic Carbon(SOC )o Soilmicrobialactivity

•FarmEconomics

oMonitoring grazingdays and foragedr ymatteryield oCostbenefit analysisand ROI

•Social Performance

oBuilding relationshipsbetweenindustry andfarmers

oProvidinginformation to farmersonsoilsamplingandpotential adoptionpractices

BaselinesoilsindicatethepH at the0-6”intervalis5.8withapHbufferof6.2. Ca%saturationis42.9%withMg at 19.1% Thegoaloftheapplicationofthe threedifferentlimeproductsis to achieve65% Ca saturation.

geSustainabilit yand Economics

,FPC Fairview(PCBFA)

Continuationofthe evaluationandlongevityofperennialmixtures

PCBFAresearchsites at Fairviewand Debolt

So youhavedecided to seedinto an existinghaylandor pasturelandon yourfarm. Wherecan youaccesslocal data to understandtheforagecapacityinNorthern Albertaclimates?PCBFAhas testedperennialstands at our Fairview researchfarmand asmallplotsitelocated near Debolt.Weare testing alotof grasses, legumes andmixtures!And we arehappytoseetheseplots continue forfurthermonitoringas wereceivedfunding fromtheAlberta Government throughtheRangeland SustainabilityFund to monitortheyield, qualityandsoil carbon forthenext three years.Thesmallplotsincludea numberofalfalfa,sainfoin,festuloliumand grassvarieites asmonocropsandinsimpleand complexmixtures.

Legumes

Alfalfas

•Trueman

•Rugged

•ACYellowhead

•Spredor5

•ACGrazeland

•DaltonB

•Beaver

•Algonquin

•Assalt

•Peace

•PVUltima

•55Q27

•BoostHG

•Halo

•54VQ52

•Anik

Others

•Bullbirdsfoottrefoil

•Glenviewsainfoin

•ACMountainviewsainfoin

•VeldtCicer Milk vetch

Pastdatawithgrass-legumemixtureshasshownthe yieldingabilitiesandqualityindicatorsofboth grasslegumemixturesand grassmonocropsand “onlygrass”mixtures. Generally,grass-legumemixtures were thehighestinDMyield,CPandlowerinNDF andADFwhile grassmonocropsand “only-grasses” mixtures were higherinNDFD-48hrsandTDN.

REACHCOUNTRY

Grasses

•ACKnowles

•ACSaltlanderGreenWG

•Admiral

•BlizzardOrchardgrass

•Cache Meadow

•Comtail Timothy

•Cowgirl Tall Fescue

•Fleet MeadowBrome

•Greenleaf Pubescent

•Killerny Orchardgrass

•KirkCrestedWG

•MBA Meadowbrome

•M ilk wayTall Fescue

•PalatonReed Canary

•PeakBromegrass

•Richmond Timothy

•Rocky Mountain

•Savour yTall Fescue

•Succession Hybrid

•TimothyTryguve

Festulolium

•Fojtan

•Meryn

•Hktor

Theperennial forageplotswereestablishedin Fairview in2020underguidanceofHayford Gyamfiwho recently receivedhis PhDexploringthedifferent meritsofthese mixturesandtheirimpactonforageproduction, water useefficienc yandsoilcarbon.

Forageyielddataisincludedfrom2023 to indicate thehighestper formingmixtures.Thisdata wastaken fromestablishedsmallplotsatthe Fairview Research Farm.Toseethefulllistofmixturesvisitour websiteat: www.peacecountrybeef.ca

Eventhoughseveralgrass-legumemixtures contained manyspeciesoflegumes,thisdidnotsignificantly influencetheCP content. Furthermore,grass–legume mixtures were better at using waterefficiently to produce biomassandcrudeprotein compared to grassmonocropsand “only- grasses”mixtures.Grass monoculturesandonly-grassmixtures

Alfalfa, grassmixtureatfloweringstage.

AACMountainviewsainfoin

Mix14

Mix5

Mix4

Mix23

Veldtcicermilkvetch

Spredor 5alfalfa

AC Success hybridbromegrass

Spredor 5alfalfa

Fleetmeadowbromegrass

Spredor 5alfalfa

AC Success hybridbromegrass

Greenleafpubescent wheatgrass

Kirk crestedwheatgrass

Italian ryegrass

AC YellowheadalfalfaRuggedalfalfa

Veldtcicermilkvetch

AC Mountainviewsainfoin

AC Success hybridbromegrass

Mix21

AC Yellowheadalfalfa

AC Mountainviewsainfoin

providedsufficientenergylevels to suppor tsteers, gestating,andlactatingbeef cowsto obtaintheir expected averagedailygains.Ingeneral,grass–legumemixturesalsoappeared to improve soil compactionwhereas grassmonoculturesandonlygrassmixturesimprovedsoilcarbonsequestration.-H Gyamfi,2023

GrainFuturePrices

DailyGrainPrices -July12,2024

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.

(Agri-News, July 2, 2024)

There are numerous buyers for annual field crops, especially for the high-volume crops, and particularly when those crops are of good quality,” says Neil Blue, provincial crops market analyst with the Alberta government.

The traditional buyers are the elevator companies on rail lines, with much of the crop volume purchased by them going to the export market. Other buyers include some seed cleaning plants, specialty exporters, millers, canola crushers, offgrade crop buyers, resellers and feed users, possibly including a neighbour.

“For those producers who want to avoid shopping around for a favourable crop market, there are cash grain brokers who can help. By definition, a broker provides a matching service for a buyer and a seller. The cash grain broker does not take legal possession of the crop and just charges a fee for arranging the transaction, including potentially arranging for on-farm pick-up by a trucker.”

Cash grain brokers have contacts who want to buy crops and producers may contact a broker to arrange a sale of crop. Brokers can often obtain a higher price than producers can obtain on their own, possibly because of buyer convenience and premiums for volume. For a sale to proceed, the broker has each party to a transaction sign a contract to ensure compliance with the delivery, crop receipt and timely payment for a certain volume and quality of crop at a certain price.

A delivery period should be included in the contract. With a brokered transaction, the payment for the crop sale will be issued by the buyer, not the broker. Following the delivery, the broker will invoice for brokerage services.

The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC), under the Canada Grain Act, provides safeguards to the grain industry. Unless exempted by the CGC, a grain dealer who takes legal possession of grain to handle or resell must be licensed by the CGC and provide security to be acted upon in a situation of payment default to a producer.

“Producers work hard and deserve to be paid for their production,” says Blue. “Before making a crop sale commitment, a producer should determine as much as feasible if the buyer will pay them following crop delivery and when that payment will be

made. Note that an end user need not be licensed with the CGC. Even if a buyer is licensed and has security pledged with the CGC, time limits relate to a security claim and, in the case of default, the security may not cover the full amount of outstanding accounts payable for crop purchases.”

Cattle Directory

ANGUS

GRA-TAN Farm

Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684

Nicklason Stock Farm

Brad Nicklason, Deadwood, AB 780-836-5197

Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005

Heart Valley Angus

Northway Cattle Co. Hwy 64 & RR 94.5, Cleardale, AB Albert 780-834-7055 Peter 780-835-8291

Nat Tschetter & Chris Tschetter Wanham, AB 780-978-6407 / 780-978-6406

Horizon Red Angus

Philip Driedger, La Crete, AB 780-926-5896

TheFriesenFamily|GrandePrairie,AB Chad780-831-9106|Anna780-831-8338 800747

Binks Angus Farm

Evan Binks, Grande Prairie, AB 780-518-2020

Brandl Cattle Co.

Byron & Gwen Brandl, Jarvie, AB 780-954-2599

Broken Stick Ranch

Black Angus for Sale off the Farm

Tom & Amber Ditner, Baldonnel, BC

250-794-7105

Crestland Farms Ltd.

John Harms, Buffalo Head Prairie, AB (C)780-926-9540 (H)780-928-4649

Excel Ranches

Ron & Barb Miller, Cody & Amy Miller Westlock, AB 780-349-0644

Fourth Creek Angus Ranch

Ryan Lacey, Spirit River, AB Ryan 780-864-7753 / Office: 780-517-3507

Gomack Red Angus

Braydon Gough & Scott Gough Whitelaw, AB 780-274-0099 / 780-618-4747

Kjos Black Angus

Marty & Miriam Kjos, Fort St. John, BC 250-787-0970

Lakeroad Black Angus

Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB J 780-835-0455 / D 780-835-9588

Lazy B Livestock

Trevor Binks & Melanie Klassen Grande Prairie, AB 780-539-7128 / 780-518-0630

M.C. Quantock

Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855

Mountain Side Angus

Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty

John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB 780-831-8497

Silent K Stock Farms

Delano & Megan Kjos, Tomslake BC D 250-467-9450 / M 403-804-1107

SMOKYRIVERREDANGUS

Red Angus Bullsand Heifers forSale

MaynardBoese (780)568-4340 CurtisBoese (780)876-4526

JayDawn Farms

Jason & Nikki McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530

Landaker Charolais Farm

Alan & Shelley Landaker, Brownvale, AB 780-618-3928

Pro-Char Charolais

David & Kristina Prokuda, Glenevis, AB 780-932-1654

Rosebud Creek Charolais

Dan & Holly Schleppe, Dawson Creek, BC 250-219-5698 / 250-786-5698

Whiskey Jack Black Herefords & Simmentals

Tamara & Darcy Kuriga, Whitelaw, AB 780-834-7108 / 780-835-8090

KASHFARMS

Chittick Family Hereford Ranch

Raymond & Mona Chittick

Mayerthorpe, AB 780-305-3925

Eureka Hereford Farms

Tom Basnett, Eureka River, AB 780-834-8170

732066RangeRoad111 Beaverlodge,AB

FredTrieber(780)831-1346 fredtrieber@gmail.com

NaomiTrieber(780)814-0052 trieberfarms@gmail.com

CHAROLAIS

RaisingQualityCharolaisCattletomeet theneedsoftheCommercialIndustry!

Friesen Farms

Chad & Anna Friesen, Grande Prairie, AB Chad (780) 831-9106/Anna (780) 831-8338

Gold Stock Hereford Farms

Steve, Ashley & Brad White, Beaverlodge, AB 780-518-0064 / 780-354-3190

Gurtler Polled Herefords

Garry & Ethan Gurtler, North Star, AB

Garry 780-836-0117 / 780-836-2125 Ethan 780-836-0552

Jonomn Hereford Ranch

Dry Creek Ranch

Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-2384

Excel Ranches

Ron & Barb Miller, Cody & Amy Miller Westlock, AB 780-349-0644

Hillview Farms

Raymond & Corine Verbeek, Sturgeon County, AB 780-982-2176 / 780-939-2173

Hillview Farms

Raymond & Corine Verbeek Sturgeon County, AB 780-982-2176/780-939-2173

Lakeroad Black Angus

Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB J 780-835-0455 / D 780-835-9588

Pinnacle View Limousin

Rob & Cheryl Swaan, Quesnel, BC

8WAYCHAROLAIS

Nikki,Kristin,Whitney& CourtneyDrschiwiski Box18,CecilLake,BCV0C1G0 Ph:250-785-6362

Cell:250-261-0876(Nikki)

Dry Creek Ranch

Norm & Joanne Parrent, Clyde, AB Norm 780-307-6586 / Mike 780-307-3385

M.C. Quantock

Mac & Pat Creech, lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855

Reber's Polled Herefords

Cell:250-329-4816(Courtney) eightway@pris.ca wanderlust_blues@yahoo.ca 794998

Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-1858

Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643

Richardson Ranch

Tlell Polled Herefords

Don & Les Richardson, Tlell, BC 250-566-5114 / 250-557-4348

Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC 250-747-2618

•WearestillCanada’s#1RedPollBreeder •Maternaltraitswithlightbirthweights •Registeredstockforsaleonfarm Dean&MarshaAnderson–FortStJohn,BC (250)827-3293•marshascows@hotmail.com www.shadowcreek.farm

778275

North 42 Cattle Company Heath Barnfield, Sexsmith, AB 780-897-3339

SALERS SIMMENTALS SIMMENTALS

(780)924-2464-(780)982-2472

SHORTHORNS

Crooked Post Shorthorns

Kirk Seaborn, Rocky Mountain House, AB 403-322-0142 / 403-729-2267

Janell Shorthorns

Melanie Barkley & Michelle Duncan Stettler, AB 403-740-4958

Poplar Creek Farm

Sean & Michelle Thompson, Cremona, AB 403-681-8316

Sharom Shorthorns

Tom & Shari Barto, Thorhild, AB 780-307-4043 / 780-398-2093

Starbright Shorthorns

Rena Nelson, Bonnyville, AB 780-201-2785

Yearling &Two-Year-Old ShorthornBulls forSale offtheFarm byPrivateTreaty

TAMARACKSHORTHORNS

AlvinJohnson|Brownvale,AB

Cell:(780)618-9044|ajohnson_1959@icloud.com

Trieber Farms

Fred & Naomi Trieber, Beaverlodge, AB F 780-831-1346 /N 780-814-0052

Crystal Springs Ranch

Eckbert & Crystal Weitzel

Georg & Sarah Weitzel Charlie Lake, BC 250-263-8237

Albrecht Farms

Steve, Tammy & Ryan Albrecht, Spirit River, AB R 780-933-5448 / S 780-832-0883

Blazin" J Simmentals

Darcy & Caitlyn Lind, Sunset House, AB D 780-536-5203 / C 780-552-4934

Clearwater Simmentals

Chad Smith, Olds, AB 403-586-4714

M.C. Quantock

Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855

Gardner Livestock Olds, AB

Tracy Gardner 403-586-0378

Tyson Gardner 403-586-1598

GB Farms

Garrett Biggelaar, Lacombe, AB 403-877-7661

GRA-TAN Farm

Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684

Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005

Hodges Simmentals

Roy & Scot Hodges, Beaverlodge, AB 780-512-4669

KIN-KIN Cattle Co.

Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4500

KMR Simmentals

Kent & Robin Malcomson, Grovedale, AB 587-298-5404

Kruger Farms

Ryan & Chelsea Kruger, Sundre, AB 403-586-0125

KSL Simmentals

Keegan Scorgie & Brad Smith

Beaverlodge, AB K 780-518-6572 / B 780-202-0254

Lakeroad Black Angus

Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB J 780-835-0455 / D 780-835-9588

Lakeroad Simmentals

Sarah Hayward & Kody Rowe, Worsley, AB 780-835-8841

Norbert&JaniceLuken 780-835-3165 Email:njluken6@gmail.com

SimmentalCattle QuarterHorse Yearlingand2yr.oldBullsforSalebyPrivateTreaty Box238, FAIRVIEW,ALBERTA TOH1LO

Farms

Joe & Lindsay Loomis, PRRD, BC 250-784-5150

Rachido Ranch

Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-674-1986

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James & Martha Wiebe, Prespatou, BC 250-630-2621

Sadlier Cattle Co.

Todd Sadlier, Hines Creek, AB 780-772-3978

Short Grass Farms

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Ron & Tammy Daley, Carstairs, AB

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Innisfail Auction Market

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Fort Feeder's Co-op Association

Admin - Cathy Axley, Two Hills, AB 780-290-0293

Grande Prairie Feeders' Association Ltd.

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Dale & Judy Smith & Family, Valleyview, AB 780-558-9337 / 780-524-2790

Wolfe Farms

Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB 780-524-9322

Wolfe Lake Farms Inc.

Olin and Sarah Rosvold, La Glace, AB Tarril and Kare Rosvold, La Glace, AB 780-518-1997

La Glace, AB

Jennings Martin 780-933-1023

Ron Kramer 250-793-2713

North Central Livestock Exchange

Garth Rogers, Clyde, AB 780-348-5893

Olds Auction Market

Olds, AB Office 403-556-3655

Tyler 403-507-1782 / Patrick 403-559-7202

Thorsby Stockyards Inc.

Thorsby, AB Office 780-789-3915

Chance 403-358-0456 / Jeff 780-203-4953

Viking Livestock Market

Cliff Grinde, Viking, AB 780-336-2209

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Admin - Dawn Hollins, Grande Prairie, AB 780-538-1263

North Peace Feeder Association Ltd.

Admin - Donna Haakenson, Berwyn, AB 780-338-2270

Prairie River Feeders Co-op Ltd.

Admin - Tammy Roberts, High Prairie, AB 780-523-4887

Westlock Feeders Association Ltd.

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Energy And Protein Supplementation On Early Season Pastures

(Barry Yaremcio, www.beefconsultant.com, June 12, 2024)

Forage quality decreases with maturity. Soil fertility, temperature, moisture availability, and plant type present in the stand all influence quality. With low soil fertility and dry conditions, the amount of nutrients available to the plants is limited. This reduces plant growth and quality. Knowing what to supplement can be a challenge.

Young immature plants contain the highest quality. At the five-leaf stage, tame grasses and legumes can range from 18 to 24 per cent protein on a dry matter basis (DM). More than adequate for a lactating cow or backgrounding calves. Stands that contain legumes have a higher protein content than straight grasses. Differences can be three to five points or higher.

Acid detergent fibre (ADF) is an indicator of maturity. It is used as part of the equation to determine energy content (TDN). Prior to heading, ADF in the plant is low. As ADF increases, energy content decreases. Pre-heading energy levels are more than sufficient to meet requirements. Fibre levels can increase by two to three per cent per week which reduces TDN. The reduction in energy is continual as the plant matures.

Weather impacts the rate of decline for quality. In hot dry years, forages mature two to three weeks earlier than normal. Plants are shorter and have fewer and smaller leaves which reduces quality. Rapid maturity is a mechanism that plants use to set seed and finish their growth cycle. Cutting hay or scheduling grazing by calendar date is not advised in these conditions. To maintain quality, implementing a rotational grazing to keep growth in the vegetative stage.

In most situations, early season forage quantity is adequate. There is no need to provide supplemental protein and energy to cows, backgrounding, or yearling animals. Providing a creep to suckling calves should be considered because their nutrient requirements are higher than for lactating cows or backgrounders.

Taking early season forage clippings is a good way to evaluate forage quality and ensure that adequate protein and energy is available for grazing animals. Sub optimal nutrition can reduce conception rates in females and reduce growth rate in calves.

For additional information for protein and energy requirements for cattle on pasture, contact Barry at 403-741-6032 or bjyaremcio@gmail.com

Dangers Of Blue-Green Algae When Temperatures Rise

How to identify, treat and prevent this potentially toxic bacteria that can grow in dugouts when temperatures rise

Agri-News, July 2, 2024 “

Blue-green algae is actually cyanobacteria, and can produce toxins that can be dangerous,” says Shawn Elgert, agricultural water engineer with the Alberta government. “It can cause organ damage or even death if ingested by livestock or pets.”

“If you are trying to determine a cause of poisoning, there are other potential toxins on the farm that can also cause harm to cattle such as water hemlock or batteries. You may need to talk to a veterinarian for assistance in determining the cause.”

Elgert says the first and most important step is to identify the type of growth. “Blue-green algae can look like blue-green scum, pea soup or grass clippings suspended in the water. You should start watching for it when the temperatures rise above 25 C.”

If blue-green algae is suspected in a dugout, it is best to be cautious, says Elgert. “You should contact a water specialist to diagnose the growth to determine if it is potentially a toxic growth. You should also remove your livestock from the water source in the

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interim and prevent them from accessing it. One rule of thumb is that if you can grab it as a solid mass in your hand, it is not blue-green algae.”

If blue-green algae is present, the dugout can be treated using a copper product registered for use in farm dugouts. “Once you treat it, consumption should be restricted for up to a month. The use of copper will break the cells open and release the toxins if present into the water all at once. It is important that cattle do not drink the water during this time so the toxins can degrade. You can follow up with aluminum sulfate and/or hydrated lime treatments afterwards to remove the nutrients from the water to prevent regrowth. Sometimes these coagulant treatments are better than a sole copper treatment.”

Elgert says there are also preventative measures that can be taken to try to avoid the problem. “Temperature is an important factor in the growth of bluegreen algae, so a deeper dugout with steeper slopes while avoiding slope deterioration would help make the dugout water cooler.”

Nutrients are required for growth of blue-green algae. “We have information on how to reduce nutrients from entering the dugout in our Quality Farm Dugouts manual. Buffer strips, grassed waterways, culvert controls and off-source watering systems are examples of how you can reduce nutrients.”

Dugouts should not be built in the waterway, as sediments can bring more nutrients into the dugout and depth can be lost quickly, adds Elgert.

“Aeration of the dugout can also help improve the water quality. A dye packet can also be thrown into the dugout to help prevent photosynthesis from occurring, thereby reducing the growth of blue-green algae. However, one action alone may not be enough to prevent growth.”

Elgert also notes that the wind can push the bluegreen algae into highly concentrated pockets where the risk of harm is higher. “Since blue-green algae can rise or fall in the water column, inspection of the dugout should include peering into the deeper part of the water. Always be safe around the dugout by going along with another person and have a rope with a flotation device attached.”

For more information or assistance, contact an Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation water specialist at 310-FARM (3276).

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CLIPPINGOR SWATHING EARLY MATURING PASTURES

Plantsareheadingoutearlierthannormalthisyear. Thisincludesmostareasthatwere dry forseveral yearsand continue to bedry. Earlyheadinggrassesare alsooccurringinareas thathavereceivedmoisturethisspring.Thisis astressresponsetopreviousandcurrent weatherconditions.

Plantsgrow andmaturetoaccomplishone task.Toproducea seedcropthat isneeded to replenishplant populationstokeepthe standstrongandviable.Grazing cattleonpasture createsstressonplants.Theplantsmustovercomethisstresstosurvive Whentheheademergesfromthebootanditispollinated,seedsareformed.Theseeds matureandthelifecycleofthat plantiscompleted forthe year.Additionalgrowthis minimal. Forgrasses,shortvegetative tillers developatthecrownwhichareneededto establishpotentialfornext year ’s growth.Inyears ofdrought,plants canmature2 to 4weeks soonerthannormal

When forage supplyexceedswhat grazinganimals canconsume,seedheadsemerge,and theplantschange from avegetative stagetoa reproductivestage.Qualitydeclinesasthe plantmatures.

Actionisneededtoprevent theplantsfromdevelopingseedand goingintodormancy. Ashortintensegrazing(mobgrazing) to clipor remove thetopoftheplantsincludingseed headsisoneoption. Agood rotationalgrazingplanshould keeptheplantsina vegetative stage.Ifgrowthis toorapid,use aswather,hay bine,ordeckmower to remove theseed headsfromshortplants.Inpaddockswhere plantsaretaller, consider takinganearlycut ofhay.

By removingtheexistingseedheads,theplant is forced to developnew tillers andto developseed.Thenew growthishighquality, immature forage,nodiﬀerentthanthe initialspringgrowth.Thisincreasesthetotalamount of forage availabletograze over thesummer.

ContactBarry at 403-741-6032 or bjyaremcio@gmail.com formore informationon clippingorgrazingpasture stands.

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WHAT’SGOINGON?

WehavebeenworkingondevelopingourfirstRegionalGrowthStrategy(RGS) forthe region.It ’s along-range,high-levelplanthatwillhelpusbetterunderstandandprepare forthepotentialchangeswecan expect over thenexttwentyyears,including agrowing population,new servicedemands,theregional economy, and achangingclimate.

WHAT’SHAPPENEDSO FAR?

FromJune8thuntil11th,2024, thePRRD staff andthesupporting consultantteamweretravelling between communitiesthroughout the Region.Wehostedcommunity open houses andattendedevents liketheChetwyndChainsaw CarvingCompetitionandFortSt. John FarmersMarket.

Thedevelopmentofour RGSis amulti-yearprojectthat started inAugust 2023andwillbe completedinMay 2025.

WHAT’SNEW?

Arewegettingitright? We have anew survey thatwe are lookingfor feedbackon.Thissurveyincorporates everythingwehaveheard so farfrompastengagements andthefirstsurveythatwasopen at thestartofthis year. Weare seeingif we have heardyouright,andmaking sureweare ontheright track.Ithas7 questionsand shouldtakearound5 to 10minutes to complete.

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•Completethesurvey onlineorusethe ﬁllablePDF.

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SURVEY CLOSES JULY 31ST

Formoreinformation, to seethe work we’vedonesofar,and to learnhow else to get involved,visittheproject webpage usingtheQR codeaboveorvisit haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/ regional-growth-strategy. Youcanalsoemailusat rgs@prrd.bc.ca.

(2) two-year-old Red and Black Angus bulls for sale by private treaty. 780-2740099 or 780-618-4747.

3 yearling Red and Black Angus bulls for sale by Private Treaty. 780-2740099 or 780-618-4747.

For Sale: Black white-faced heifer yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250-827-3843.

Registered white-faced bulls. 70bw known as registered black Herefords. Yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250-827-3843. Registered Black Angus yearling bulls for sale. Semen-tested. Vetinspected. Ready to go. 780354-2726 or 780-831-8497.

Two-year-old & yearling registered Angus bulls for sale. Semen tested/ready to work. Call Darren 780-8144993.

(2) two-year-old Red and Black Angus bulls for sale by private treaty. 780-2740099 or 780-618-4747.

3 yearling Red and Black Angus bulls for sale by Private Treaty. 780-2740099 or 780-618-4747.

(1) 11-Year-Old Paint Mare. Broke to ride and drive. Call for details 780-835-0452 or 780-685-2624.

Custom built livestock shelters, windbreak panels and rig mats built to order. Delivery options. 780-5187469.

Ferrier service available in the Fort St. John, BC area. Call Ashleigh at 250-2611994.

(1) 3-bale bunk feeder for sale. Call for price. 250219-4139.

Registered red/Simmental bull. Semen tested/vaccinated. Soundness evaluation completed, easy calver, good feet. Reg/papers Available. 780-354-8842. 16ft Cattle guard for sale. Call for details, $1500. 780957-2434.

18” Kiefer all-purpose English saddle, 2 pads, 2 girths. Like new. $700. 250793-3139 or 250-827-3391.

Association 16” Western saddle for sale. In good shape, $500. Call 250-7933139 or 250-827-3391.

Buying Antiques: Coins, toys, advertising, tools & more. Will buy bulk. Call/text 780-832-8216.

1981 Chevy Cheyenne 1ton. Rebuilt 454, cab rebuilt 5-years ago. Leather headliner/bucketseats/console. $25,000 OBO. 780-296-5010.

Looking for a 2005-07 Chev/GMC Crew Cab 1/2-Ton truck. Lower Kilometres. Good condition. Call 780285-4694.

Looking for an older tandem water truck in good condition. Call 780-8360153 or 780-836-2580.

1975 Ford 8000 w/Box & Hoist, 6V "Jimmy" Engine, 13spd Transmission. Not Running. 780-836-2107, 780-618-9161.

1989 Ford Tempo. All mechanical in good working order. Has no tires. Call 780-494-2278.

2004 Chev Cavalier Z-type, 123,000 kms, runs good. Alberta registered, $2900. 250-786-0409.

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse SpyderGT. V-6, Convertible, Bluetooth Stereo, Htd/Seats, Silver. 89,656kms. Asking $15,000 OBO. 250-7844318.

2010 Dodge Grand Caravan for sale. 238,000kms. Recent work order. $4500. Call for details 780-2859990.

1969 Volkswagon dunebuggy, $1500, needs work. 780-864-1250.

Looking for a tandem truck in good running condition. Would prefer Kenworth. Call Bob 250-759-4956.

2021 16' Mustang stock Trailer. Shedded. Mint condition. Call for price. 780-831-4233 or 780-7662538.

Looking for a bumper-pull 3-horse stock trailer. Call Bob at 250-759-4956.

1978 Knight 19' triple-axle end dump trailer. Asking $4500. Call 780-814-0523.

8ft-x-16ft single-axle trailer. 12" high for moving sheds or small buildings. Asking $3000 OBO. 780-296-5010.

GEHL 16” hammer mill for sale, $800. Call 250-219-4139. Right hand squeeze chute for sale, $1600. Call 250-219-4139. Registered Simmental bulls for sale. Tested, guaranteed, ready to work. www.fallentimberfarms.com Call/text Chet 250-2198200.

10 quiet mixed cow/calf pairs. May/June Angus calves, $4500/pair on choice. Call 780-536-4986.

Windbreak panels for sale with 2-7/8-inch pipe and 1.5-inch thick slabs. Delivery available. Call 403-894-7633.

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Double-wide house for sale. Free to be picked up and removed. Call 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.

SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) 16ft, 20ft, 22ft Single-Wides now on Sale. Email salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c Sales(Warren Martin) 250262-2847.

SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) accepting orders for 24ft and 32ft Double-Wides. Email salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c

Sales(Warren Martin) 250262-2847.

Built right sheds. Building quality shelters. Call John 780-835-1908 for your quote today.

Custom built livestock shelters, windbreak panels and rig mats built to order. Delivery options. 780-5187469.

14' Metal grain bin in Hines Creek area for sale, $4000. Call 780-85-7827.

Butler 14' grain bins for sale. Most have aeration. Call for details 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.

20' piler for CAT D8K w/removable blades & transport. Call for details 780-618-9161 or 780-8362107.

CAT D6NLGP with ripper for hire. Located in Birch Hills County. Call Eugene at 780-835-0601.

CAT skidsteer for hire. Located in Birch Hills County. Call Eugene at 780835-0601.

Dismantling cultivator, disc, and plows for parts. Some air drills. 780-831-6747.

1984 CAT D8K, hyd angle & tilt blade, ripper, hitch, G/Cab w/AC-heater. 780618-9161 or 780-836-2107.

Extended side cutter and Vcutter w/transport for CAT D8K. Call for details 780618-9161 or 780-836-2107.

For sale: Cultivator, harrows, packers, augers, combine with straight cut header. Call 780-323-4364.

2016 Wheatheart heavy hitter Trlr/Model Post Pounder. Shedded. Mint. Call for Price. 780-8314233 or 780-766-2538.

Looking for a zigzag style grain cleaner. Call 780-926-9412.

TOX-O-WIK 570 grain dryer for sale. Very reasonable. Call for details and price, 780-518-0348.

Looking for an older skidder for farm use. $15 – 20,000. Call Jonathen 780-2851299.

Full Grizzly Bear mount for sale/trade for guns. Made record book. Call for details 250-615-1583.

Looking to lease farmland in the GP/Sexsmith/Teepee Creek area. Contact David to discuss options. 780-978-6768.

Miscellaneous used tractor tires including 24.5x32 rice tires for sale. Call for details/price 780-518-0348. Looking for a moveable modular/home/house/cabin to buy. Call 778-838-1055.

13' Steel table. Folds for railings, asking $1200 OBO. Call 780-296-5010.

1500 lbs. hydraulic motorcycle jack, asking $150 OBO. Call 780-2965010.

Have Poplar/Spruce to log. Cypress Creek/Pink Mountain area. To start late Oct/early November. Call 250-772-5407.

200-amp Lincoln Pipeline welder. Low hours, $5000 OBO. Also 300' welding cable, $1000. 780-296-5010.

Looking to rent cattle pasture in the South Peace Region of BC/AB. Call/text Chet 250-219-8200.

Quarter section for sale. All cultivated. 2miles West Cecil Lake Store. Call for details 250-261-1943.

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1 Bedroom suite in small mobile home in Pouce Coupe. $650/month (includes utilities). Call 778-444-8139. Selling 7.5 miles of 4-strand barb wire fence, taking offers. Call 780-274-0810.

Call 250-219-4139.

Ears to Hear, your local hearing aid provider, serving Athabasca and outlying areas. High Prairie Clinic, 1st Wednesday of every month at the Golden Age Club 10am-1pm. Athabasca Clinic, 3rd Tuesday of every month at the United Church 10am-1pm. Hearing tests, hearing aid cleaning and home visits. 780-228-5965, 587-746-0540. Call for info.

1)Istherearegisterofhazardoussubstances usedonthefarm?

2)Arematerialsafetydatasheetsavailable onthefarmforthoseusinghazardous substances?

3)Aretheusersoffarmchemicalstrainedin thesafeuseofthosechemicals?

4)Areappropriaterespirators,gloves,safety glassesandclothingprovidedwhenusing chemicals?

5)Issafetyequipmentregularlyinspected andmaintainedasrecommendedbythe manufacturer?

6)Arechemicalsstoredinasecurelocation?

7)Areproceduresinplacetohandlechemical spills?

8)Areallflammableliquidsstoredawayfrom ignitionsources?

9)Arefireextinguisherslocatednearchemical/ fuelstorageareas?

10)Arechemicalcontainersstoredandlabelled correctly,e.g.notinsoftdrinkbottles?

Attention cert/organic farmers. 100+ acres to rent, currently in mixed hay/grasses. Call for details 780-568-3495.

Located: Bonanza Northwest 33-79-12-W6, half ownership. 587-7269002.

2013 Honda Foreman 500 ATV. 6000kms, Asking $5500. Call for details 780285-9990.

Selling red landscape bricks for sidewalks or patios. 4"x8",

Oats for sale, milling and feed grade, good bushel weight. Call 780-781-4457.

Round and square straw bales for sale. Located 12 kms Northeast of Manning, Alberta. 780-781-4457.

JD 455 25ft 2-section folding box drill, 7.5” spacing. Call for price, 403894-7633.

JD 455 30' 3-section folding box drill, 7.5” spacing. Call for price, 403-894-7633.

2011 NH BR7090 round baler. Wide pick up, shedded. 1800 count, $40,000. Call/text 250-2194139.

1977 Hesston model 5500 round baler for sale. Call Joan 780-5180827. John Deere 567 mega wide round baler. Almost new belts. Asking $25,000. Call 780-834-6570.

33ft Flex-Coil packers set $4000. 403-601-6895.

New Holland 849 round baler for sale. Auto wrap. Field ready. Call for details 780-538-9115.

New Holland BR780 round baler for sale. Auto wrap. Field ready. Call for details 780-538-9115.

Versatile 4750 swather, 22ft., $10,000. Call 780274-0810.

Flexi-Coil 67 100ft wheel boom sprayer, c/w 850gal tank, windscreens, chemical mixer, much more. 780-518-0635.

Older 24ft CI 200 cultivator, 20ft seed drill and smaller sprayer. Taking oﬀers. 780-518-0827.

Kubota 39HP 4WD tractor, 3PTH, loader, hydrostatic trans., 200 hrs. $31,000. Call Ron 780-864-8998.

Miscellaneous used tractor tires including 24.5x32 rice tires for sale. Call for details/price 780-518-0348.

Wanted: Starter to fit a Cockshutt 40 or 50 with Buda gas engine. Call 780835-0601.

New Holland 116 hydra swing haybine for sale, asking $6500. Call 250-2194139.

1992 Prairie Star 4800 swather w/MacDon 25' Triple delivery header, Blanchard 8' roller. 780618-9161, 780-836-2107.

John Deere 9450 40' hoe drill, c/w factory transport, small seed attachment. 780380-9676 or 780-933-6363.

Kubota 39HP 4WD tractor, 3PTH, loader, hydrostatic trans., 200 hrs. $31,000. Call Ron 780-864-8998.

Kubota 8560 tractor w/cab, bale forks, bucket. Low hours. Well taken care of, $62,500. 250-615-1583. 25' Vibra Shank cultivator, c/w mounted harrows. No reasonable offer refused. Call 780-835-0452 or 780685-2624.

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SpecialMarkets:Oct 12|12:00p.m. to 4:00p.m.| Contact: (780)831-8792or rycroftfarmersmarket@gmail.com

Sexsmith |SexsmithCurlingRink(9913 –99thSt

Tuesday |4:00p.m.to7:00p.m.| July 2,9,16,23,30| Aug 6,13,20,27| Sept 3,10

As dawn breaks, the stillness of Pincher Creek is a canvas of tranquility, a prelude to the day’s adventure. Today marks another chapter in my journey with Canadian Xtreme Adventures, a tale etched along the breathtaking roads of the Rockies and beyond.

MORNING RIDE:

My day begins early, the first rays of sun casting long shadows on the road. The Super 8 at Pincher Creek, our first night’s stay, offers a warm, hearty breakfast — fuel for the day ahead. With approximately 565 kilometres to cover today, the anticipation is palpable.

THE

OPEN ROAD:

As my motorcycle roars to life, the familiar sense of freedom envelopes me. The road ahead is more than a path; it’s a narrative of bends, ascents, and descents, each turn revealing a new vista. The Rockies loom in the distance, their peaks like sentinels guarding the secrets of the wilderness.

MIDDAY PAUSE:

By noon, we reach a quaint diner, one of the many carefully planned stops. Here, the camaraderie of fellow riders mixes with the aroma of fresh coffee and local delicacies. These moments of rest are as much a part of the journey as the ride itself, offering a chance to share stories and laughter.

AFTERNOON ADVENTURE:

The afternoon sun finds us winding through the heart of the Rockies. Each mile unveils unparalleled beauty — from verdant valleys to rugged mountain faces. The Stanford Inn at Fernie, B.C., is tonight’s destination. As we approach, the charm of Fernie envelops us, its small-town allure a stark contrast to the day’s wild escapades

EVENING REFLECTIONS:

The evening is a time for reflection. Over supper, not included in the tour but a delightful exploration of local cuisine, we recount the day’s highlights. The stories flow as freely as the wine, each tale a testament to the day’s thrill.

NIGHT’S REST:

As night falls, the Stanford Inn offers a comforting embrace. It’s more than a place to rest; it’s a sanctuary where today’s memories become tomorrow’s dreams. With approx. 465 km covered, each kilometre has added to the tapestry of this unforgettable journey.

LOOKING AHEAD:

Tomorrow promises new roads, new sights, and new friendships. With each day’s itinerary meticu -

lously planned, from gas stops to lunch breaks, the journey with Canadian Xtreme Adventures is an odyssey of discovery – of the world and of oneself. As I drift to sleep, the thought of approx. 612 km to cover tomorrow is not daunting but exhilarating. For in this journey, each kilometer, each bend, each sunrise, is a step closer to the essence of adventure — the soul of motorcycle touring. Contact us for any questions and booking inquiries: www.cmtatravelservices.com/contact-us.

Minister Vandal Announces Federal Investments To Support Clean Technology Advancements Across Alberta

As global markets increasingly look for more sustainable ways of doing business, innovators across Alberta have new opportunities to create and commercialize technologies that offer benefits for both the economy and the environment. Alberta is already a national and global leader across key sectors that contribute to Canada’s prosperity — from energy, environment and aerospace to digital technology, life sciences and value-added agriculture. Through improved co-ordination across federal departments and in partnership with all levels of government and industry, the Government of Canada is committed to enabling Alberta’s small- and medium-sized businesses to continue capitalizing on these and other opportunities that build on Alberta’s established strengths in creating products and services that the world needs.

Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, minister for PrairiesCan, announced

federal funding of more than $21.9 million for 13 projects to bolster Alberta’s clean technology sector through the commercialization and adoption of new applications that offer environmental benefits across a wide range of industries. Examples of projects receiving support include:

• Alberta Innovates is receiving $10 million to launch a production and testing facility to support the commercialization of new technologies that help produce low-cost carbon fibre using bitumen.

• The Battery Metals Association of Canada is receiving $850,000 to support growth of the battery metals sector in Western Canada by enhancing collaboration and educating stakeholders.

• Carbon Management Canada is receiving $1,168,000 to enhance its emission management technology validation facility where small- and medium-sized businesses can test, refine, and com -

mercialize carbon capture products and technologies.

• Kuva Canada is receiving more than $4 million in repayable funding to grow market share of its automated methane monitoring products and software which safely detect methane leaks more accurately, faster and at a lower cost than traditional methane inspection technologies.

• The Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) is receiving $174,000 to conduct a comprehensive review of the Métis Housing portfolio energy efficiency plan that will provide prioritized recommendations to increase the energy efficiency of homes and support their Climate Change Action Plan. Projects receiving funding will have significant environmental and economic benefits across the Prairies, including supporting more than 415 jobs and enabling Alberta firms to take advantage of growing market demand for clean energy solutions. Today’s federal investment leverages about $7 million in additional funding through other levels of government and industry.

This announcement exemplifies key principles of the Framework to Build a Green Prairie Economy, which was tabled in Parliament in December 2023 as a long-term commitment to seize new possibilities to build good-paying jobs in a globally competitive green economy by working collaboratively to build on the region’s strengths in clean resource development, agriculture and manufacturing, and the service industry.

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“Our government is making strategic investments to build on Alberta’s proven ability to commercialize innovative clean energy solutions that have environmental and economic benefits. Today’s investment in these 13 projects will help ensure that Alberta businesses can capitalize on new opportunities to meet global demand for clean technology know-how and expertise. These investments, in conjunction with enhanced collaboration supported by the Framework to Build a Green Prairie Economy, will help build a stronger and more sustainable economic future across the Prairies.” — The Honourable Dan Vandal, minister for PrairiesCan

“Today’s announcement is about making sure Alberta businesses remain at the forefront of Canada’s innovation.

These projects will create sustainable jobs and demonstrate Alberta’s proven capacity to create clean technology and energy — pushing us towards great global market opportunities.” — The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages

“Alberta is home to world-leading businesses and entrepreneurs who punch above their weight in innovation and ingenuity. Clean technology and clean energy are fields in which our province is gaining a global reputation for excellence. Today’s investments will further bolster that capability so that we can create a sustainable economy and good jobs for Albertans for years to come.”

— George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview

“We congratulate Alberta Innovates on the success in the Regional Innovation Ecosystems program competition. The award will create markets and opportunities for Alberta that haven’t previously existed. We look forward to the results of the Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge, which has the potential to create jobs in a new industry, and to attract investment.” — The Honourable Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta

“This investment of more than $21 million is a vote of confidence in our city’s ability to lead the charge towards

net-zero. As the heart of Canada’s energy sector and home to the biggest concentration of Alberta’s cleantech companies, our local businesses are at the forefront of developing technologies that will shape a greener future. This support will undoubtedly accelerate their efforts to bring these solutions to global markets.”

— Jyoti Gondek, Mayor, City of Calgary

“This initiative will support our commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve housing sustainability and build internal capacity within Métis Housing, accelerating climate action for our Housing portfolio and ensuring that our staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to drive sustainable change from within our community. Together, we are laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.” — Jason Chernow, Calgary Elbow Métis District 6 Citizens’ Representative and Secretary of Environment and Climate Change, Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta

“This funding will accelerate the development and commercialization of carbon fibre technologies in Alberta. Carbon fibre can be a key pathway to a net-zero emissions future — dramatically reduce emissions and enable a new Canadian competitive advantage in a low-carbon economy. The facility will allow carbon fibre producers and manu-

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facturers to meet the needs of climate sensitive markets and get a step closer new advanced materials industry.” — Michael Mahon, PhD, Interim CEO, Alberta Innovates

“BMAC’s mission is to foster the growth of Canada’s emerging battery industry to develop a strong and sustainable domestic value chain in support of the clean energy transition. As a small non-profit organization with a large mandate, the investment BMAC has received from PrairiesCan has been instrumental in enabling us to connect with Canada’s battery industry and provide key resources and support to aid in its success.” — Sean De Vries, Executive Director, Battery Metals Association of Canada

“We are thrilled to have been selected for investment by PrairiesCan. This funding will enable us to accelerate growth by investing into increasing our Calgary-based team and commercialising additional features while helping our oil and gas customers see, size and solve their methane emission challenges to meet emission reduction goals.” — Stefan Bokaemper, President, Kuva Canada

QUICK FACTS

• Federal funding for these 13 projects is being provided through PrairiesCan. PrairiesCan programs and services help businesses, not-for-profits and com -

munities grow stronger: its mandate is to support economic growth and diversification in the Prairie provinces and advance the interests of the region in national economic policy, programs, and projects.

• The Framework to Build a Green Prairie Economy is a long-term commitment to work differently; through stronger coordination among federal departments on investments for the Prairies, and closer collaboration with Prairie partners on their priorities for a prosperous and sustainable Prairie economy that respects provincial jurisdictions and supports Indigenous economic reconciliation.

• In Alberta specifically, the Framework is intended to encourage greater collaboration on regional investment opportunities, such as supporting decarbonization by advancing the hydrogen ecosystem and critical minerals opportunities; growing a sustainable agriculture sector by catalyzing more value-added activity and reducing environmental impact; and strengthening our support for community economic development capacity and initiatives, especially in Indigenous and rural communities.

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Spring Wheat Fertilizer Use Survey Results: A Three Year Summary

Ruoxi Xia, Agronomy and Extension Specialist | Alberta Grains

Between 2021 and 2023, Alberta Grains contributed funding to the Fertilizer Use Survey, implemented by Fertilizer Canada. These funds supported the inclusion of spring wheat in the annual fertilizer use survey. This was the first time that spring wheat was included in the survey since 2016.

The goal of the survey is to understand how farmers use and make decisions about fertilizer. After three years of surveys, valuable information on the common fertilizer practices for spring wheat and how the trend changes over time has emerged. This information helps provide guidance for research, extension and policy initiatives.

The fertilizer use survey answers a wide range of questions, such as what are the most common fertilizer sources at each application timing; the average rate of fertilizers, and do farmers develop their fertilizer programs based on soil test results?

To avoid confusion, all fertilizer practices mentioned below are specific to spring wheat. The “farmers” refers to spring wheat farmers, and “fields” refers to spring wheat fields.

Between 2021 and 2023, 12 to 16 per cent of the farmers applied their nitrogen in the fall. Among fall N application, the use of anhydrous ammonia declined in 2023. Only 58 per cent of total fall N was applied as anhydrous ammonia in 2023, compared to 71.2 per cent in 2022 and 62.3 per cent in 2021.

In contrast, we saw an uptake in the use of both ESN/SuperU and UAN in the fall. Especially for ESN/SuperU, 20.4 per cent of total fall N was applied as ESN or SuperU, compared to only 10 per cent in 2021. SuperU was the most popular source that accounted for 20 per cent of the fall N applied.

The majority of spring wheat farmers, or around 85 per cent, apply their N at planting. At planting, around 64 per cent of the N was applied as urea. The rest of the N was applied as ESN/SuperU (10 per cent), UAN (6.3 per cent), anhydrous ammonia (5.5 per cent) and 14.4 per cent from other N sources.

As for placement, nitrogen was banded at planting on 77 per cent of the fields, with 39 per cent mid-row banded and 38 per cent side-banded. Banding in spring is the practice that minimizes N loss while also making N readily available to the plants. Adopting this practice helps increase fertilizer efficiency and reduce N losses.

The average N rate saw a slight fluctuation between 2021 and 2023. In 2021, an average of 108 lb. N/ac. (equal to 235 lb. urea/ac.) was applied across the prairies. The rate decreased to 92 lb. N/ac. in 2022, and rose slightly in 2023 to 99 lb. N/ac.

The dry weather conditions, price fluctuations, and soil nitrogen carryover seen on soil tests likely had an impact on the average N rates. In 2023, a majority of the N, or 70 per cent, was applied between the rates of 75 to 135 lb. N/ac.

The use of Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers (EEFs) showed very different trends at each application timing. Fall-applied nitrogen is prone to both volatilization and denitrification.

For this reason, SuperU, a dual inhibitor is the most popular, accounting for 20 per cent of total N applied in the fall. A dual inhibitor opens the possibility of applying fall N before the soil cools down to 5 C. It also help reduce N loss through denitrification during spring snow melt period(1). When applying N in spring before planting, a urease inhibitor product is the most favoured (11.4 per cent of total N), followed by a nitrification inhibitor (5.6 per cent) product.

At planting, ESN was the most favoured EEF (6.8 per cent), likely due to its relative seed safety that makes it suitable to be seedplaced( 2). Compared to fall application, farmers are less likely to use EEFs at planting time. This is potentially because 77 per cent of the acres are either mid-row or side-banding N fertilizers while seeding. Deep banding reduces the risks of N loss(3), lowering the motivation to use EEFs.

When applied in-crop, the use of EEFs picks up again, where 53 per cent of the N applied in-crop are some form of EEF. The most popular option is dual inhibitors. Because of the high risks of N loss when broadcasted in-crop, prairie farmers are adopting the EEFs to make this application more efficient.

The trend for phosphorus and potassium did not change between 2016 and 2023, around 90 per cent of the total P and K were applied at planting time. The average

phosphorus rate ranged around 30 lb./ac. between 2016 and 2023 (pg216). In 2023, 80 per cent of the phosphorus was applied between the rates of 25-55 lb./ac.

Since the majority of the prairie soil is potassium-sufficient, 61 per cent of the spring wheat acres did not receive any K fertilizer. Generally, growers in the boreal plain and sub humid prairies, generally dark grey and black soil zones, applied higher K rates than semi-arid prairies.

When we look at 4R fertilizer stewardship, there are distinctive trends in the adoption. For example, large farms, young farmers and those familiar with 4R practices are more likely to adopt variable rate fertilizer application. Another example is the use of N-fixing or pulse crop in the year prior to spring wheat. Growers in the semiarid prairies and large-scale farms (>4,000 ac) are more likely to have grown a pulse.

Ag Retailer UFA Co-Operative Joins Canterra Seeds Ownership

(CANTERRA SEEDS, Winnipeg, MB, July 3rd, 2024)

CANTERRA SEEDS Holdings Ltd. (“CANTERRA SEEDS”) announced today that United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited (“UFA”) has acquired a 17 per cent stake in CANTERRA SEEDS from Ceres Global Ag Corp. (“Ceres”).

In connection with the foregoing, Scott Bolton, President and CEO of UFA, has been appointed, as a representative of UFA, to the CANTERRA SEEDS board of directors. CANTERRA SEEDS also announced that Mr. Jeff Wildeman, representative of Ceres, has resigned from the board of directors of CANTERRA SEEDS.

“Ceres was looking to streamline their asset footprint and focus on their core business,” says Brent Derkatch, CANTERRA SEEDS President and CEO.

“UFA is already a key partner of CANTERRA SEEDS, and when the opportunity presented itself to ingrain themselves in our seed business further, they jumped on it.”

CANTERRA SEEDS, headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is also owned by Limagrain, 175 seed growers, ag retailers and private investors. The company offers one of the broadest field seed portfolios in Western Canada including canola, cereals, pulses and specialty crops. They secure top-quality hybrids and varieties through plant breeding institutions, including Limagrain Cereals Research Canada (“LCRC”). LCRC was formed in 2015 through a joint venture with CANTERRA SEEDS and Limagrain, the fourth largest seed company in the world.

UFA’s interest in the company stems from CANTERRA SEEDS’ investment and commitment in new variety development and top-performing genetics, specific to the prairie landscape.

“Our investment in CANTERRA SEEDS provides an opportunity for us to increase our focus on research and innovation to deliver added value to our members and customers,” says Scott Bolton.

While the change will not impact day-to-day operations for either company, CANTERRA SEEDS welcomes the ag retailer to its diverse shareholder group. CANTERRA SEEDS looks to continue adding like-minded shareholders that add value to western Canadian farmers, creating win-win opportunities.

“CANTERRA SEEDS was built on close, collaborative partnerships,” says Jim Wilson, CANTERRA SEEDS Chairman. “Along with farmer-owned Limagrain, we now have a company stakeholder that has deep roots in the Canadian Prairies like us; founded on trust and exceptional customer service — we’re happy to have UFA on board.”