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Ontario Sheep Farmers if offering a Master Shepherd's Course (Professional Development), which is set to begin in January14, 2025.
If you or a fellow sheep farmer could benefit from this comprehensive program, we encourage you to apply and share the course details.
https://www.ontariosheep.org/master-shepherds-course
The Rangeland Sustainability Program works to promote the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands and the ecosystem services these working landscapes provide. Alberta’s Rangelands provide many ecological goods and services that benefit all Albertans.
Organizations can apply for grant funding for projects promoting the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands.
The application deadline is October 16.
Learn more and apply
It’s estimated that at least 40 per cent of Canada’s farmers will retire within the next decade, making farm succession planning a hot topic in agriculture. With the average age of farmers on the rise, the need for transition strategies is now more pressing than ever.
Succession looks different for every farm, as the transition path must meet the needs of the farming family and its business.
Common options include:
family succession, where the farm is passed down to a relative.
partnerships, which allow for a gradual transition of responsibilities.
the formation of corporations or LLCs to manage assets and operations.
Other options include selling the farm to a third party, leasing it to a successor, setting up trusts and estates, or even employee buyouts for long-term workers familiar with the farm’s operations.
After reviewing and approving more than 1,000 applications, RDAR is pleased to announce the re-opening of the 2024 OFCAF program for an additional intake of 150 funding applications. The new intake will fulfil RDAR’s commitment to distributing all available OFCAF funds to Alberta producers, enabling them to adopt impactful, sustainable changes on their farms and ranches.
The ARGO online application system will open at 0800 h on September 6th, 2024, to accept applications. RDAR will continue to receive project applications on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is fully committed.
How to Apply:
Applications are open for a Part-time Program/Office Administrator with the Alberta Lamb Producers. Apply now for your new part-time, permanant job located in Airdrie, AB.
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The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is currently addressing a critical issue concerning the potential rail strike affecting Canada’s Class I railways. The ramifications of such a strike could have severe impacts on Canadian agriculture and agri-food sectors, extending beyond just the grains industry.
To address this, CFA has communicated their position to key stakeholders, including the Prime Minister, Ministers of Labour and Transport, railway organizations, and labor unions. We are advocating for immediate intervention by the Minister to prevent this disruption and urging the consideration of section 107 of the Canada Labour Code. This section would enable the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to facilitate a binding arbitration to resolve the dispute.
Below is the letter sent to the ministers.
The new On-Farm Efficiency Program (OFEP) has officially launched and is open to applications as of August 14, 2024. OFEP was created by combining the past Farm Technology Program and Efficient Grain Handling Program, along with some new opportunities that were selected in response to industry feedback collected in the fall of 2023. A brief description of OFEP is provided below. For more detailed information and program documents you can visit the OFEP website at www.alberta.ca/on-farm-efficiency-program
On-Farm Efficiency Program (OFEP)
The intent of the On-Farm Efficiency Program is to support producers in achieving environmental benefits by improving the efficient use of agricultural inputs. The Program funds primary producers to carry out projects that optimize the use of inputs such as fertilizer, pesticides, and energy. When inputs reach their targets with precision, it is a win-win for producers and the environment: producers save money, fewer inputs are applied off-target, and fewer emissions are released to the atmosphere.
This program has four Streams. An applicant may apply to any or all of the Program Streams:
• Smart Farm Technology
• Energy Efficiency
• Farm Security
• Efficient Grain Handling
Funding is retroactive to April 1, 2023. Eligible expenses are funded at a cost-share rate of 50%. The funding maximum per applicant is $150,000 over the duration of the Program. The maximum funding per Stream over the duration of the Program is: $50,000 for Smart Farm Technology, $50,000 for Energy Efficiency, $2,000 for Farm Security, and $100,000 for Efficient Grain Handling. For some Eligible Items, there is a maximum grant stated in the Funding List.
For program inquiries, connect with the OFEP team:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 310-FARM (3276) (in Alberta)
Phone: 403-742-7901 (outside Alberta)
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Show and Sale day is nearing for our friends in Manitoba! Check out their catalogue here Manitoba Sheep Show and Sale 2024. Best of luck to all competitors!
Preventing disease from entering or leaving Alberta farms protects human and animal health, and supports sustainable livestock production.
Biosecurity refers to practices designed to prevent, reduce or eliminate the introduction and spread of disease. Concerns over the spread of animal diseases, particularly those of foreign origin, are high within the livestock industry.
Livestock diseases can affect any type of operation regardless of size. Biosecurity practices tailored to each operation minimize the introduction and/or transmission of disease:
on a given farm
between farms
between species
Click the link to learn more Biosecurity and livestock
