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What is the average cost of a steer? 2023 Avg $5.25/lb 2022 Avg $4.40/lb 2021 Avg $2.71/lb
Can I just buy half a steer?
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Registered Two-Year-Old Bulls &Heifersforsaleby privatetreaty Luke &JelissaGolbeck GoodlowB.C. (250)271-0412 luke_golbeck@hotmail.com
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John &Marthaharms 780-928-4649Home 780-926-9540Cell www.crestlandfarms.com
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Red Angus Bulls and Heifers
MaynardBoese (780)568-4340 CurtisBoese (780)876-4526
Yearling& Two
Joe& Courtney Schulz
Broken Stick Ranch
Gwen 780-349-1704
Black Angus for Sale off the Farm Tom & Amber Ditner, Baldonnel, BC 250-794-7105
Ron
Friesen Farms
Chad & Anna Friesen, Grande Prairie, AB Chad 780-831-9106 | Anna 780-831-8338
Gomack Red Angus
Braydon Gough & Scott Gough Whitelaw, AB Braydon 780-274-0099 Scott 780-618-4747
GRA-TAN Farm
Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684
Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005
Harvest Angus
Tom & Carolyn Dewaal, Prince George, BC 250-960-0022 | 250-562-5200
Heart Valley Angus
Nat Tschetter & Chris Tschetter Wanham, AB 780-978-6407 / 780-978-6406
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496 Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Horizon Red Angus
Philip Driedger, La Crete, AB 780-926-5896
Keen Industries Angus
Kim & Evan Keen, Charlie Lake, BC
Kim 250-271-0548
Kjos Black Angus
Marty & Miriam Kjos, Fort St. John, B.C. 250-787-0970
Lakeroad Black Angus
Jim & Donna Rowe, Worsley, AB
Jim 780-835-0455 | Donna 780-835-9588
Lazy B Livestock
Trevor Binks & Melanie Klassen Grande Prairie, AB
Trevor 780-518-0630 Melanie 780-518-0230
Lazy S Ranch
Stewart Ainsworth, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-785-3136 or 780-786-4150
Northway Cattle Co.
Hwy 64 & RR 94.5, Cleardale, AB Albert 780-834-7055 Peter 780-835-8291
Penson Angus
Darren Penson, Sexsmith, AB 780-814-4993
Silent K Stock Farms
Delano & Megan Kjos, Tomslake BC D 250-467-9450 / M 403-804-1107
Sorenson Cattle Co.
Murray & Nicole Sorenson
Teepee Creek, AB
Murray 780-831-6332 Nicole 780-832-1189
Willow Creek Simmentals
Crooked Creek, AB
Mike & Mari Klassen 780-832-7343
Colby & Tiffany Klassen 780-832-6714
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8-Way Charolais
Nikki/Kristin/Whitney/Courtney Drschiwiski
Cecil Lake, BC
Nikki 250-261-0876
Courtney 250-329-4816
Dry Creek Ranch
Seth Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-1858
Evans Cattle Company
Glyn & Stephanie Evans, Doe River, BC 250-467-2275
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster
Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496
Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
JayDawn Farms
Mountain Side Angus
Bulls for Sale by Private Treaty John & Judy Mayer, Beaverlodge, AB John 780-831-8497 Home 780-354-2726
Nicklason Stock Farms
Brad & Cole Nicklason, Deadwood, AB
Brad 780-836-5197 Cole 780-836-0570
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Jason & Nikki McQuaig, Sexsmith, AB 780-933-5530
KSL Simmentals
Keegan Scorgie & Brad Smith
Beaverlodge, AB Keegan 780-518-6572 | Brad 587-202-0254
Nikki,Kristin,Whitney& CourtneyDrschiwiski Box18,CecilLake,BCV0C1G0 Ph:250-785-6362 Cell:250-261-0876(Nikki) Cell:250-329-4816(Courtney) eightway@pris.ca wanderlust_blues@yahoo.ca 933994
Pinnacle View Limousin
Rob & Cheryl Swaan, Quesnel, BC
Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC
Erin 250-991-6654
Schweitzer Ranch
Troy & Kristina Schweitzer Dawson Creek, BC
Troy 780-814-3598 | Kristina 250-219-4429
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496
Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Rocky Top Gelbvieh Cody & Melissa Congdon, Bashaw, AB Cody 403-350-5791 | Melissa 403-586-3144
Royal Western Gelbvieh Rodney & Tanya Hollman, Innisfail, AB Rodney 403-588-8620 Tanya 403-352-9283
LIMOUSIN HEREFORDS
Chittick Farms
Raymond & Mona Chittick Mayerthorpe, AB 780-305-3925
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
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496 Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
Jonomn Hereford Ranch
Norm & Joanne Parrent, Clyde, AB 780-307-6586 | 780-348-5835 Mike Grimmeyer
M.C. Quantock
Mac & Pat Creech, lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855
Rachido Ranch
Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-674-1986
Reber's Polled Herefords
Serena & Kasey Reber, Woking, AB 780-518-2643
Richardson Ranch
Tlell Polled Herefords
Don & Les Richardson, Tlell, BC 250-566-5114 | 250-557-4348
Whiskey Jack Black Herefords & Simmentals
Tamara & Darcy Kuriga, Whitelaw, AB Tamara 780-834-7108 Darcy780-835-8090
KASHFARMS
Dry Creek Ranch
Gordon & Carla Harmon, Cecil Lake, BC 250-793-2384
Excel Ranches
Ron & Barb Miller, Westlock, AB
Cody & Amy Miller, Westlock, AB 780-349-0644
Hillview Farms
Sturgeon County, AB
Raymond & Corine Verbeek 780-982-2176 | 780-939-2173
Colin & Tessa Verbeek Colin 780-982-1676 | Tessa 403-636-1066
Pinnacle View Limousin
Rob & Cheryl Swaan, Quesnel, BC Erin & Eric Kishkan, Quesnel, BC Erin 250-991-6654
RED POLLS SALERS
SimmentalCattleQuarterHorse
GRA-TAN Farm
Wolfes Fleckvieh
Grant & Tanya Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-284-0684
Crystal Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-204-2005
Harvest Angus
Shane & Shannon Wolfe, Sundre, AB 403-556-0729
Norbert&JaniceLuken 780-835-3165 Email:njluken6@gmail.com
Yearlingand2yr.oldBullsforSalebyPrivate Treaty Box238, FAIRVIEW,ALBERTA TOH1LO 927634
REGISTEREDSIMMENTALS BOX655,BEAVERLODGE,ABTOH0C0
KEITHHODGES 780-831-7999 keith@arlshop.com
KEIRANHODGES 780-933-5637 hodgey_177@hotmail.com 921031
Tom & Carolyn Dewaal, Prince George, BC 250-960-0022 | 250-562-5200
Hill 70 Quantock Ranch
Bill, Connor & Ted Creech, Lloydminster Bill 780-871-4947, Connor 780-871-8496 Ted 306-307-2873, Adam 780-218-4301
KIN-KIN Cattle Co.
Gary & Faye Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-786-4500
Kruger Farms
Ryan & Chelsea Kruger, Sundre, AB 403-586-0125
KSL Simmentals
B.C. Livestock Producers Co-operative
Cordy Cox, Kamloops, BC 250-573-3939
Innisfail Auction Market
Danny, Mark & Duane Daines, Innisfail, AB 403-227-3166
Jennings Martin Direct Buying
La Glace, Alberta
Jennings Martin 780-933-1023
Ron Kramer 250-793-2713
North Central Livestock Exchange
Red& Black Purebred Simmental Seedstock
WillowCreek Simmentals| CrookedCreek,AB
Albrecht Farms
Keegan Scorgie & Brad Smith
Beaverlodge, AB Keegan 780-518-6572 | Brad 5-202-0254
Lazy S Ranch
Stewart Ainsworth, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-785-3136 or 780-786-4150
M.C. Quantock
Mike &MariKlassen |(780)832-7343 Colby& TiffanyKlassen |(780)832-6714 willowcreeksimmentals@gmail.com 918508
Steve & Tammy Albrecht, Sprit River, AB 780-832-0883
Ryan & Tara Albrecht, Spirit River, AB 780-933-5448
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
Crystal Springs Ranch
Eckbert & Crystal Weitzel
Georg & Sarah Weitzel Charlie Lake, BC 250-263-8237
Dead Horse Creek Cattle Company Ltd.
Bill & Matt Hedges, Fort St. John, BC Bo 778-835-4689 | Matt 250-262-9406
Fallen Timber Farms
Chet & Jamie Jans, Groundbirch, BC 250-219-8200
GB Farms
Garrett Biggelaar, Lacombe, AB 403-877-7661
Gomack Red Angus
Braydon Gough & Scott Gough Whitelaw, AB Braydon 780-274-0099 Scott 780-618-4747
Mac & Pat Creech, Lloydminster, AB 800-561-2855
Moonlite Farms
Norbert & Janice Luken, Fairview, AB Norbert 780-835-9314 Home 780-835-3165
Polar Farms
Joe & Lindsay Loomis, PRRD, BC 250-784-5150
Rachido Ranch
Randy & Donna Chittick, Mayerthorpe, AB 780-674-1986
Rosefield Simmentals
James & Martha Wiebe, Prespatou, BC 250-630-2621
Sorenson Cattle Co.
Murray & Nicole Sorenson
Teepee Creek, AB
Murray 780-831-6332 Nicole 780-832-1189
Southpaw Cattle Company
Ron & Tammy Daley, Carstairs, AB
Brandon & Shallaine Sharpe, Carstairs, AB 403-519-3401
Swantewitt & Sage Simmentals
Yellowhead County, AB
Gerd 780-712-2096
Jordan 780-712-3600
Whiskey Jack Black Herefords & Simmentals
Tamara & Darcy Kuriga, Whitelaw, AB 780-834-71080
Wolfe Farms
Tony Wolfe, Valleyview, AB 780-524-9322
Garth Rogers, Clyde, Alberta 780-348-5893
Olds Auction Market
Olds, Alberta Office 402-556-3655
Tyler 403-507-1782 | Patrick 403-559-7202
Thorsby Stockyards Inc.
Thorsby, Alberta Office 780-789-3915
Chance 403-358-0456 | Jeff 780-203-4953
Viking Livestock Market
Cliff Grinde, Viking, Alberta 780-336-2209
VJV Livestock Marketing Group
Yancy Crosier - 403-485-0887
Office - Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3766
Office - Beaverlodge, AB 780-354-2423
Office - Westlock, AB 780-349-3153
Office - Ponoka, AB 403-783-5561
Office - Rimbey, AB 403-843-2439
Wembley Livestock Exchange
Glen Mayer & Nolan Mayer, Wembley, AB Glen 780-897-9570 | Nolan 780-518-0709
Barrhead Feeder Association Ltd.
Admin: Ann Gerhardt, Barrhead, AB 780-674-245
Grande Prairie Feeder's Association Ltd.
Admin: Dawn Hollins, Grande Prairie, AB Office 780-538-1263 Cell 780-882-6314
North Peace FeederAssociation 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. Admin: Megan Keith, Westlock, AB 780-348-5850 Cell 780-206-5481
, 2025
TUESDAY S WEEKLY Office (250)782-3766 Fax:(250)782-6622 dawson@vjvauction.com
THURSDAY S WEEKLY Office (780)354-2423 Fax(780)354-2420 beaverlodge@vjvauction.com
THURSDAY S WEEKLY Office (780)349-3153 Fax(780)349-5466 westlock@vjvauction.com
WEDNESDAY S WEEKLY Office (403)783-5561 Fax(403)783-4120 office@vjvauction.com
300-399$500.00$600.00$550.00$630.00$525.00$620.00$520.00$550.00$480.00$610.00$518.00$650.00$550.00$660.00$575.00$660.00n/an/a 400-499$505.00$600.00$510.00$585.00$485.00$585.00$510.00$570.00$500.00$580.00$540.00$645.00$490.00$635.00$500.00$620.00$480.00$570.00 500-599$480.00$565.00$475.00$555.00$470.00$545.00$470.00$550.00$480.00$560.00$490.00$549.00$470.00$538.00$490.00$543.00$465.00$530.00
600-699$420.00$477.00$405.00$475.00$425.00$479.00$420.00$475.00$425.00$490.00$452.00$496.00$430.00$490.00$450.00$507.50$425.00$480.00
700-799$390.00$427.00$390.00$415.00$382.00$415.00$395.00$415.00$380.00$415.00$399.00$430.00$385.00$418.00$400.00$444.00$390.00$420.50
800-899$380.00$397.00$345.00$375.00$372.00$391.00$370.00$392.00$350.00$385.00$370.00$395.00$370.00$395.00$375.00$407.00$375.00$387.50 900-999$350.00$364.00$325.00$350.00$340.00$364.00$355.00$379.00$325.00$350.00$340.00$370.00$345.00$368.00$345.00$371.50$350.00$361.00 1000+$305.00$315.00$295.00$305.00$312.00$317.00$305.00$320.00$300.00$310.00n/an/a$295.00$323.00$325.00$344.00n/an/a
600-699
700-799
800-899
900-999
$410.00$502.00$405.00$485.00$405.00$467.00$430.00$497.00$405.00$457.00$425.00$485.00$420.00$467.00$415.00$495.00$415.00$441.00
$380.00$427.00$370.00$425.00$390.00$427.00$390.00$427.00$385.00$427.00$393.00$430.00$385.00$429.50$390.00$435.00$380.00$424.00
$360.00$385.00$335.00$380.00$335.00$375.00$350.00$378.00$340.00$375.00$365.00$393.00$360.00$404.00$365.00$404.00$350.00$396.00
$325.00$357.00$310.00$350.00$325.00$359.00$335.00$359.00$310.00$346.00$332.00$349.00$295.00$335.00$330.00$368.00$330.00$358.50
$308.00$325.00$305.00$325.00$310.00$327.00$310.00$327.00$305.00$326.00$255.00$337.00n/an/a$290.00$339.00$290.00$322.50 1000+
$290.00$307.00$280.00$305.00$290.00$310.00$295.00$305.00$290.00$301.00$265.00$320.00$280.00$312.00$275.00$312.00$275.00$287.00
D1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 CowsD1-D2 Cows
$170.00$195.00$170.00$194.00$160.00$185.00$175.00$195.00$165.00$180.00$183.00$205.00$174.00$190.00$180.00$198.50$175.00$192.00
D3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 CowsD3-D4 Cows
$150.00$172.00$135.00$165.00$130.00$162.00$150.00$174.00$135.00$164.00$168.00$178.00$158.00$170.00$165.00$179.00$160.00$174.00
$245.00$275.00$240.00$265.00$235.00$259.00$250.00$272.00$240.00$275.00$225.00$275.00$235.00$271.00$220.00$280.00
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1:00p.m. |Tues, Feb25th,2025
Two-Ye ar-Olds &YearlingVirginBulls
VJVDawsonCreek BULLPOWERSALE
•LAKEROADBLACKANGUS•
•FRIESEN FARMS •• KEENINDUSTRIESANGUS•
1:00p.m.| Sat,March1,2025
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VJVDawsonCreek BULLPOWERSALE
• DRYCREEK RANCH •• 8-WAYCHAROLAIS •
1:00p.m. |S at,March1,2025
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1:00p.m. |S at,March22,2025
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DATE Tues,Jan28,2025 Tues,Jan21,2025 No.3,777 Head1,642 Head FEEDERSTEERS
BIDLOWHIGHLOWHIGH
300-399
$600.00$670.00$500.00$602.00
400-499 $540.00$639.00$500.00$595.00
500-599 $500.00$570.00$490.00$552.00
600-699 $420.00$492.00$420.00$471.00
700-799 $400.00$447.00$400.00$429.00
800-899 $365.00$409.00$340.00$400.00
900-999 $325.00$375.00$300.00$376.00
1,000+ N/AN/AN/AN/A FEEDERHEIFERS
BIDLOWHIGHLOWHIGH
300-399 $465.00$550.00$420.00$500.00
400-499 $465.00$540.00$420.00$520.00
500-599 $440.00$505.00$410.00$502.00
600-699 $405.00$441.00$350.00$430.00
700-799 $350.00$403.00$340.00$397.00
800-899 $325.00$370.00$300.00$360.00
900-999 $300.00$338.00$290.00$335.00 1,000+ N/AN/AN/AN/A SLAUGHTER CATTLE D1-D2 COWSD1-D2 COWS
$180.00$200.00$175.00$191.00 D3 COWSD3 COWS
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Leptospirosis in Dogs
Written by Dr. Zoe Ross
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by a spiral shaped bacteria called a spirochete. These bacteria thrive in warm wet environments and this disease is most often seen during the summer months and after periods of heav rainfall or oodin t i a di ea e that can affect an pecie of ani al including but not limited to dogs, cattle, rats, raccoons, and wild game. This is also a zoonotic disease which means a disease that is spread from animals to people. There are many “serovars” which are subtypes of Leptospirosis. The most common ones seen in dogs are Leptospira canicola, L. Pomona, L. Grippot pho a and cterohae orrha iae attle can e affected the e and o e other serovars. This article is going to focus on the disease as it presents in dogs.
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There are three variations in the way the disease may present in dogs, based on ho ic l patient eco e ill
erac te di ea e i a for here the ani al eco e ddenl ver ic and dies suddenly with almost no warning or clinical signs. This isn’t very common. Younger dogs are often more severely infected and can become very ill or even die from the disease.
Acute disease is more typical and patients with this form may show signs of internal leedin ch a r i in of the in, no e leed , and lood in the rine he a ee painf l and have a fever he a al o ho a nor al drin in or rination nte tinal pto ch a decrea ed appetite, vo itin and diarrhea can also occur.
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Leptospirosis has typically been a disease that was of higher concern in the southern USA and places where there were large rat populations but with the increased amount of travel people are doing with their pets and some changes in weather, it is becoming a more widespread concern. There is a vaccine available to help protect animals from this disease. Recently the American Animal Hospital ociation , ha reco ended that all do ho ld e vaccinated against Leptospirosis.
Pet owners are encouraged to discuss this disease with their veterinarian and consider vaccination of their pet against this disease, especially if there are plans to travel with your dog outside the peace area. NH
Book your bulls in for their annual breeding soundness evaluations where your veterinarian will examine them, check their glands, testicles and semen to make sure they are ready for breeding season.
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Dr.SamanthaDeamel Dr.Charlotte Corbett
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There is a vaccine available to help protect animals from this disease.
New Immigration Pilot Program to Boost Northeast BC’s Workforce and Retain International Talent
Northern Lights College, Dawson Creek, B.C., January 31, 2025
Eplo er acro orthea t riti h ol ia ill oon nd it ea ier to hire and retain international talent, than to the ne l anno nced orthea t ral o nit i ration ilot hi federal pilot pro ra po ition orthea t a a re ional h , ith o nit t re eace iard and orthern i ht olle e leadin a oint partner hip to coordinate it i ple entation he p rpo e of the pilot i to pread the ene t of econo ic i i ration to aller co nitie creatin a path to per anent re idenc for illed forei n or er ho ant to live and or in participatin re ion orthea t ha een elected a the onl ne addition in riti h ol ia for thi ro nd of the pro ra , oinin orth ana an and e t ootena , hich participated in a previo ver ion and are contin in in thi ro nd of the pro ra nder the local pilot pro ra , e plo er acro the orthea t can pon or neco er for per anent re idenc thro h a trea lined proce ai ed at addre in the re ion la o r ar et need
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Minister Macaulay Announces Funding to Help Farmers Lower Emissions and Build Resilience
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, January 28, 2025
Farmers care deeply about the land and have been leaders when it comes to taking action to protect the environment and strengthen the competitiveness of our agricultural businesses and economy. Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the expansion of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF), which will provide an additional $300 million to 13 initial recipient in contin ation of their effort to help farmers become more climate resilient over the next 3 years.
The 13 initial recipients are: B.C. Investment Agriculture Foundation, Canadian Forage and Grassland Association, ECOCERT Canada, Manitoba Association of Watersheds, Manitoba Métis Federation, Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture, New Brunswick Soil and Crop Improvement Association, Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc., Prince Edward Island Federation of Agriculture, Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR), Saskatchewan Association of Watersheds and L’Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA). For additional project details, please visit the OFCAF page. By lowering implementation costs for adopting onfarm practices, facilitating the availability of information and agronomic services, and enabling knowledge
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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.
Agri-News, January 28, 2025
Under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA), the owner or operator of a liquid manure storage facility may be required to install a leakage detection system. This system will use either groundwater monitoring wells or leachate collection systems to monitor for leaks or seepage.
“When required, leakage detection systems using groundwater monitoring wells must have at least one monitoring well upgradient and 2 monitoring wells downgradient,” says Vince Murray, AOPA engineer and co-chair of the Technical Advisory Group. “Leachate collection systems are typically associated with a ove ro nd tan ith concrete oor and incl de wicks or drains that channel leachate to a point where it can be monitored or sampled. The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) determines how often monitoring and sampling occur.”
The Technical Advisory Group, made up of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, NRCB and agricultural industry representatives, has published 2 updated technical guidelines to clarify AOPA requirements for owners and operators. These guidelines focus on sample collection and the necessary parameters for
monitoring to ensure accurate information is available to the operator and the NRCB when assessing liner performance.
The Leak Detection Sampling Technical Guideline explains how to collect samples correctly and consistently from groundwater monitoring wells or leachate collection systems. Procedures for groundwater monitoring include measuring groundwater elevations and purging wells before sampling. For leachate collection systems, there is guidance for monitoring and sampling leachate. Finally, the guideline covers ho to prepare a ple for peci c anal e
To ensure accurate assessment of the facility’s performance, the Leak Detection Monitoring Parameters Technical Guideline outlines key monitoring parameters, including nutrients and other substances commonly found in manure. Samples must be sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. To assist with reporting, the guideline includes a checklist to ensure all required information is submitted. The NRCB can provide a digital reporting template upon request.
In some cases, the NRCB may adjust the sampling fre enc and onitorin para eter for a peci c
site or circumstance. If this happens, the NRCB will provide a written decision explaining the changes. To verify the monitoring requirements for a particular facility, contact the NRCB or email info@nrcb.ca. These guidelines were updated by the Technical Advisory Group to clarify AOPA regulations and are available on the Open Government Portal, on the Manure management guidelines and legislation web page and the NRCB’s website under Documents. NH
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Alberta’s Grazing Rental Rates See Updates for 2025
Alberta Beef producers, January 23, 2025
Alberta Forestry and Parks Minister, Todd Loewen, has approved the grazing rental rates for Grazing Leases (GRL), Grazing Licences (FDL), and Grazing Permits (GRP) for 2025.
These rates are based on the existing rental model, with adjustments using post ret rn on capital e plo ed data he ad t ent ai to off et o e of the economic pressures caused by the Olympic averaging of spring prices and the historically high fall calf prices. Without these revisions, the rental rates would have been substantially higher this year.
FOR 2025, THE RENTAL RATES PER ANIMAL UNIT MONTH (AUM) ARE AS FOLLOWS:
• Zone 1: $8.70/AUM (previously $7.63/AUM in 2024)
• Zone 2: $6.07/AUM (previously $4.99/AUM in 2024)
• Alberta Beef Producers would like to thank Minister Loewen and the Forestry and Parks
Planning to Expand or Build New Livestock Facilities?
Review these technical guidelines for assistance to meet permit and closure requirements at con ned feeding operations.
Agri-News, February 3, 2025
Are you planning to build or expand animal housing (like barns or pens) or facilitie for handlin , il in , or e ortin at a ne or e i tin con ned feeding operation (CFO)? Are your livestock numbers or manure storage needs increasing?
“Identifying manure storage or collection areas at your CFO during the planning stages can help you determine which facilities need to be permitted,” says Vince Murray, AOPA engineer and co-chair of the Technical Advisory Group. “This can help avoid additional costs or delays once construction begins and prevent issues with obtaining a permit under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA).” For more information on obtaining a permit.
The AOPA and its regulations require manure storage and collection areas at CFOs to have a naturally occurring protective layer or constructed liner between the facility and the upper most groundwater resource below the site. The groundwater protection requirements for layers or liners vary depending on the type of facility and manure.
To understand which parts of the CFO must meet these requirements, refer to the recently updated Technical Guideline: Identifying Manure Storage Facilities and an re ollection rea at on ned eedin peration hi ideline o tline the peci c protective la er or liner re ire ent for different an re t pe and describes features and functional areas in these facilities based on typical production systems. Four types of livestock facilities are described: dairy, swine, poultry and feedlots. If your facility or production system isn’t covered, contact the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) for guidance.
“Do your plans include a need to temporarily suspend the use of your CFO or manure storage facility? Permits issued by the NRCB and deemed permits under AOPA do not expire, so you won’t see any changes to your permit status,” says Murray. “However, it is important to maintain the integrity of the facilities while not in use.”
As well, AOPA requires manure to be removed from a storage facility within one year of it no longer being used, unless the NRCB directs otherwise. The Temporary Suspension of Manure Storage Facilities Technical Guideline provides procedures that can minimize the risk to groundwater when not using a storage over the shortterm. This guideline focusses on earthen liquid manure storage facilities due to the increased risks posed by liquid manure.
Are you replacing an old barn or manure storage and need to decommission it? When a manure storage facility is no longer in use, proper closure is necessary to protect groundwater and surface water. The Closure of Manure Storage Facilities and Manure Collection Areas Technical Guideline provides guidance on how to properly close these storage facilities and collection areas to protect groundwater and surface water from contamination. An updated Closure Worksheet is also available for your convenience to keep site and closure information for your records. To verify the closure requirements for a particular facility, contact the NRCB or email info@nrcb.ca.
For a complete list of all completed guidelines, see the Technical Guideline Listing. he echnical dvi or ro p i a colla orative effort et een l erta ric lt re and Irrigation, the NRCB and the livestock industry, ensuring the guidelines are practical, up-to-date, and responsive to the needs of the agricultural sector. NH
Figure 1. Liner requirements of a typical feedlot
CWRC Commits $11.8 Million to USASK Crop Development Centre
Jan. 28, 2025 (Carman, MB; Saskatoon, SK; Calgary, AB)
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) ha co itted illion over the ne t ve years to a core breeding agreement (CBA) with the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC).
The new agreement ensures continued CWRC funding for the CDC’s industry-leading wheat breeding programs, as the previous CBA concluded at the end of 2024.
“This renewed investment by the CWRC will directly ene t e tern anadian far er pportin the development of wheat varieties with improved yields, stronger disease resistance and better adaptation to our growing conditions,” said Dean Hubbard, CWRC chair and a farmer near Claresholm, AB.
“Farmer-funded breeding programs like this ensure that producers have access to innovative, high-performing varieties that are in demand and help make their farms more productive and sustainable.”
CWRC funding via the 2025-29 CBA will support the CDC’s development of new Canadian Western Red Spring (CWRS), Canada Northern Hard Red (CNHR), Canadian Western Amber Durum (CWAD) and Canadian Prairie Spring Red (CPSR) wheat cultivars with strong agronomics and improved resistance to common diseases such as the wheat rusts, common bunt and Fusarium Head Blight. This funding will also support the application of genomic assisted selection across all wheat breeding programs at the CDC, a technology that is used in part to “stack” genes for disease resistance, pest resistance and end-use quality in new varieties.
“We have had a tremendously successful partnership with the CWRC and we are grateful for their continued support,” said Dr. Curtis Pozniak, CDC director and wheat breeder. “The continued investment from the CWRC will help support the CDC’s mission to deliver high-yielding and reliable wheat varieties for western Canadian farmers.”
The new agreement represents a more than $2-million increase in funding compared with the previous ve ear a ree ent inve t ent thro h the new CBA is divided among the organization’s founding members by a funding shares agreement.
“Over its history, innovations from USask’s CDC have i ni cantl helped prod cer enhancin the value of their operations,” said Baljit Singh, vice-president research at USask. “The CWRC’s investment will allow the CDC to continue to make positive impact in Canada’s agriculture sector and around the world.”
The CWRC also maintains CBAs with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the University of Manitoba and the University of Alberta. NH
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KIERAANGEN
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ALEXZANDRABOYD
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theCOVID-19pandemic restrictions,theAssociationhasheld aspring/summerpicnicandbanquet.Overtheyears,thisbanquethasbecomethelocationwherethe cademicscholarships fundedfromproceedsofAssociationeventsandmemorialdonations.
ithagreatdealofsocializingandfamilyfun,plannedeventsLiveandSilentAuctionitems,livemusicfromthePipestoneJammersandAssociationpresentations.Formore istrictOldtimers’Association,thescholarshipprogram, ortheupcomingeventatFiveMileHall,pleasecontactCarrie Wohlgemuthat780-897-4545orBobPattersonat(780)505-1239.
randePrairieareainthespringof1915.Theirnames wereAndrew andAliceMurchie,andtheytook ahomestead10mileseastofClairmontintheKleskunHillsarea.AndrewandAliceMurchie wereactivemembers ongjourneyinastormtodelivergoodsthatthecommunityneeded,ortheirfarmingwhichtheydidformanyyearsbeforeretiringin1962.AftertheyretiredtheymovedintoGrandePrairietobeclosertothecommunityto anadaandarrivedinRussell,Manitoba,whereheworkedattheS.L.HeadRanch.It wasattheRanchwherehemethisfuturewife,Alica.Herfamily,theBoufields,hadimmigratedfromEnglandonTheEmpressof my great-grandfather,wasbornthereintheS.L.HeadRanch.TheMurchiesandtheBousfieldslatermovedtoEdson,Alberta,whereAndrew wor kedontherailroadforseveralyears,andtheirdaughter,Doris, was born he way. grandmother,Marilyn.Alex wasborninDecemberof1910,justfiveyearsbeforetheymovedtotheGrandePrairiearea.TheylivedeastofClairmont, overlookingthelakeandtown.Thisiswheremygrandmothergrew ancestors,theoriginalBoydswhocrossedtheEdsonTrailin1913-13,including my great-grandfather,BillBoyd.Inrecallingthesestoriesforthefirsttimethissummer,thesenseofpridethat Ihavealwayshad as ahardworkingandstubbor n(or,asweliketosay,“independent”)individualwhodidgreatthings.TheBoydnamecarries alegacyofheadstrongattitudes,success,andcompassion.Itisn’ta anadmitit–stubbor nastherestofus.Thisawardshoulditbegrantedtome,willnotbe wasted. Iintendtoliveupto my name’slegacyandmake my ancestor sproud.Thisawardwouldhelpmeon
PeaceCountr yareabutalsobecauseIwishtohonourandandrespectthelastingeffectsoftheirefforts.Withoutthebraver yandresourcefulnessof my ancestorsIwouldnothavethisbeautifulcountry tocallhome, etterfutureforthemand theirfamilyand Ihopetocontinuetobuild abetterfuturefortheplacethattheyhelpedtocreate. Iamstudyingscienceswiththe overarchinggoalofbecoming amedicaldoctor,ifIamabletoaccomplishthisI hatRossandAnna Walesdevelopedtheland IaspiretodevelopthehealthsystemsofGrandePrairie.Ibelievethat ever ysinglepersoninthe PeaceCountry shouldhavetherighttoreceivethesamelevelofcarethatsomeoneina ownfamily membersexperiencesthisproblem,theymusttraveltoEdmontonandbacktoreceivethepropermedicalattention.IfthereweremoredoctorsinGrandePrairietheywouldnothavetotravelovereighthoursthere willcontinuetheirlegacy and keepworkingtouplifttheplace my familyhascalledhomeforgenerations.
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characterandinstilledinmevaluesofdiscipline,teamwork,andperseverance.Balancingrigoroustrainingscheduleswithacademicresponsibilitieshastaughtmetimemanagementandresilience.Myconsistent bilitytoexcelinbothareassimultaneously.Thisscholarshipwouldalleviatethefinancialburden,allowingmetofocusmoreon my studiesandtrainingwithouttheconstantworr yoffinancialconstraints.
articipatedinnumerouslocal,regional,andnationalvolleyballcompetitions,earningrecognition andaccoladesfor my performance.Theseachievementsreflect my dedicationandpotentialtoexcelfurtherinthesport.Thescholarshipmoneywouldenablemetoaccessbettertrainingfacilities,hireexperienced helpingmerefinemyskillsandgaintheexperienceneededtocompeteatanelitelevel.
olemodel toyoungerathletes,I aimtoinspireandmentorthem,sharing my experiencesandknowledge.Ihavealreadystartedvolunteeringas acoachforjuniorvolleyballteams,andwiththescholarship, Icanexpand eforthespor tandpromoting ahealthy, activelifestyle.
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odestbackground,thefinancialstrainoftuitionfees,equipmentcosts,andtravelexpensesforcompetitions issignificant.Despitethesechallenges,I havemaintainedexcellentgradesanddemonstratedexceptionalathleticprowess.Thecostofathleticsandeducationmeantthat Iwor kedfulltimeduringthe ndpotential,offeringthesuppor tneededtocontinue my journeywithoutfinancialhindrance.Itwouldaffirm thatmeritanddedicationarerewarded,motivatingmetostriveforexcellenceinallmyendeavors academicand athleticgoalswithouttheburdenoffinancialstress.Mydedicationtovolleyballandacademics,coupledwith my achievementsandfutureaspirations,makesmeadeservingcandidateforthisscholarship.Byinvestingin uturerolemodelandmentor.Thisscholarshipis avitalstepin my journeytowardsexcellence,and Iamcommittedtomakingthemostofthisopportunitytoachievemydreamsandgivebacktothecommunity. tobeconsideredforthisscholarshipasitwouldbeahugehelptoward my currentschoolyearandpursuing my goalof abusinessdegree. Ifeelhonouredtobeassociatedwith my pastrelativesandthework ork. Thededicationandlabourof my ancestors inspiremetoputinthesameamountofeffor tandhardwork intoall my ownendeavours. ForthepastfoursummersIhaver un acutflowerbusinessonourfourthlovegettingtodothis ever ysummerandamexcitedtofurther my knowledgeofbusinessandentrepreneurshipas Iwor ktowards adegreeinbusinessatBriercrestCollege.Thisscholarshipwouldbeasignificant assionateandinvestedmemberoftheGrande Prairiearea.Thankyouagainforyourconsideration.
familyand my dadandgrandpaarestillactivelyfarmingthelandthat my great-grandfathersettledonin1927. Iappreciatetheopportunities availableformeheretoenjoy agreatstandardoflivingandtobenear my relatives. Ihave s,music,church,andlocalclubsandhaveformedmeaningfulfriendships there.Itis my hopethatonce Ihavefinishedpostsecondar ythat Iwillbeabletoreturnheretoliveandwork. riedtocontinuethese traditions. Ihavealwaysgivenpriorityto my studiesand my goalistobeacceptedintooptometr yschoolonceI havecompletedthenecessar yprerequisites. Ihavebeenhelpingonthefarm aslongas Icanremember schoolvolleyballandbadminton. Ihavecompetedlocallyandprovinciallyincurling ,withourteamwinning aprovincialbronzemedalforourschoolin2023. Iamactiveinoutdoorpursuitssuchashikingandbackpacking, ocalseniors’residencesingingwiththeSunshineBands. Iama“teenleaderintraining”or“TLT”for my local Pathfindergroup.Thissummer Ihelpedchaperone agroupof PathfinderstoacamporeeinGillette,Wyomingfora ashing dishes,andanyoddjobsthatneededtobedone.MymostactivecommunityinvolvementhasbeentrainingasacadetwiththelocalSexsmith FireDepartment. Iattended weeklytrainingsessionsandseveralfullweekend espondedwiththelocal crewtocallstowildfires,structurefires,andalarmcallouts. Ifeelproudtobeabletogivesomethingbackto my community,andplantomakevolunteering alifelongendeavor.
transfer to producers and agronomists through outreach and training, OFCAF helps remove obstacles to the roader adoption of ene cial ana e ent practices. Direct support to farmers falls under these target areas:
• Cover Cropping: activities such as fall- or springplanted cover crops (intercropping), and full-season annual or perennial cover crops in a rotation. Planting cover crops, like clover and alfalfa, cover the soil rather than being harvested, in turn adding nutrients that build organic matter, increase water access and, reduce soil erosion.
• Nitrogen Management: activities like optimizing nitrogen use by increasing legumes in rotations, and using manure and other fertilizer substitutes can provide la tin ene t to oil, air and ater alit
• Rotational Grazing: practices include new fencing and watering systems, and activities to implement low methane pastures. Rotational grazing is the practice of containing and moving livestock through pasture to allow forage plants to recover, deepen their root systems and improve soil health. Initial recipients will redistribute funding through individual application intakes. Farmers across Canada are encouraged to use the On-Farm Climate Action Fund Web Tool for Farmers to determine which initial recipient best serves their geographic area and needs.
“Farmers don’t need to be convinced that climate change is real – they’re facing the impacts directly. They want to keep their land healthy, productive, and resilient. As a government, we’re making historic investments so that we can continue to be a reliable supplier and leading exporter of world-class products. ildin on other effort alread nder a , have no doubt that the On-Farm Climate Action Fund’s expansion phase will strengthen the sector’s long-
term climate resiliency.” - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Quick facts
• First announced in Budget 2021, the now $704.1-million On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is an initiative to help farmers tackle climate change. It is part of the Government of Canada’s Agricultural Climate Solutions initiative, which falls under the more than $5-billion Natural Climate Solutions Fund, a 10-year (2021-2031) initiative managed by Natural Resources Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
• OFCAF supports the Government of Canada’s commitment to reduce its greenhouse emissions by 45 to 50% below 2005 levels by 2035.
• he r t pha e of incl ded pro ect were announced on February 22, 2022, and the th pro ect, led the anito a ti ederation, was announced on July 4, 2023.
• The program was extended from 2024-2025 to strengthen progress made through in its initial phase, with $322.9 million allocated to date.
• ro ect and nal f ndin are ect to ne otiation of a contribution agreement.
• Since 2022, OFCAF has provided support to over 7,500 farmers on more than 2,400,000 hectares of land, and has trained approximately 3,000 agrologists and 27,000 producers who have attended knowledge exchange and peer-to-peer learning activities. NH
BC and Alberta Peace Region
GRAINFUTUREREPORT
GrainFuturePrices
DailyGrainPrices -Februar y07,2025
)$8.14 (- $0.08 )$8.33 (-$0.08)
(- $0.02 )$8.16 (- $0.01 )$8.35 (-$0.01)
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CTRLIMING ATTRIBUTES
Get CALCIUM and MAGNESIUM balancedfirst CALCIUM isFIRSTandFOREMOST aplantnutrient
•CALCIUM andMagnesiumintherightamountsareresponsible fortheright soilstructure,toholdtherightamountofairand water
•CALCIUM isresponsible forallothernutrientstomoveintoplants,butonly atalevelof CALCIUM thatoursoilsgenerallydon’thave.
•Withproper CALCIUM levels –Phosphorous, PotassiumandMicroNutrients becomemore available,Nitrogenmoreeffective.
•Contains685poundsof CALCIUM, 21poundsofPhosphorous,5.6pounds ofSulphur,4 poundsof Potassiumpertonneoflime.
•Provenbalancedsoiltakes325gallonsof watertoproduce 1bushelof grain peracreversuspoorsoiltakingupto20,000gallons.
•PlantDiseases &WeedslikeClubRoot,CanadaThistle, FoxtailandQuack Grasswilldisappearwhen CALCIUM andMagnesiumlevelsarecorrected.
•All weedslikelow CALCIUM andPhosphateandhigh Potassium,Magnesium andSodium
•Mostfarmershavenotbeenmade awarethatproperlevelsof CALCIUM areas importantasNitrogen,Phosphorus,Sulphur,PotassiumandMicroIngredients.
•CTRAgLimeisKiln(Cooked)Lime,ver yfinegrind -thusmakingitquicker reactiontimeinsoil –generallywithin12months.92 –96%passesthrough
100meshscreen
•Piles wellinthe field.Windhasminimaleffectonthepileinthe field,reducesdustwhileappliedduringspreading
•BalancedSoil – CALCIUM –68%,Magnesium11%, Potassium5%, Sodium1%
•Limesoftens hardsoils.
•Greatlyreduced surfacecrusting(breaksupclay)allowinggreater penetrationof waterintosoil,ratherthansurface run-off.Alsoimproves emergenceofsmall,seededcrops,suchascanola.
•Increasedplantdensity(higheryields,moretonnes/bushelsperacre)
•Betterabsorptionof nutrientsessentialtooptimalplantsgrowth.
•Every poundof Nitrogentakesupto 3poundsof
NH Classifi
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2-YEAR-OLD & Yearling
Registered Blk/Angus bulls for sale. Semen tested/ready to sell. Call Darren 780-8144993.
CROSSBRED COMMERCIALBULLS, semen-tested, vet inspected, vaccinated, free delivery, 780-836-2125.
RED & BLACK reg. polled Hereford bulls, sementested, vet inspected, vaccinated, free delivery, 780-836-2125.
For Sale: Black white-faced heifer yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250827-3843.
LOOKING FOR PASTURE in the Peace Country for 10 to 30 cow pairs. Andrew 780-841-5932.
Registered white-faced bulls. 70bw known as registered black Herefords. Yearlings, 2-year-olds, & more. Information: 250-8273843.
16 FT. BUNK FEEDER, holds 3 round bales, c/w bale saver w/chaff guard. $500.00, 250-219-4139.
6 REG. CANADIAN Arcott Ram lambs for sale, can deliver. Sky Blue Farm, 780-837-1770, Donnelly.
BUTCHER HOGS RAISED outdoors on a good grain diet, call John 780-5526011.
16'X16' SINGLE AXLE trailer, 12" high for moving sheds or small buildings, $3000. 780-296-5010.
LOOKING FOR a low-bed trailer with beavertails. Call Daniel at 780-926-6789.
LOOKING FOR a 3000 series GPS for John Deere combine. Call Daniel at 780-926-6789.
1948 CATD4 crawler, showing 4,352 hrs, in running cond., asking $11,500. 780-834-6548.
CATD8H dozer blade for sale. Hydraulic tilt on one side. Call 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
LOOKING FOR a screen for a John Deere GPS system. Call Daniel at 780926-6789.
1 YEAR OLD 16' x 32' insulated workshop/garage, wired, overhead door, $15,500 OBO. 780-6051846.
Buying Antiques: Coins, toys, advertising, tools & more. Willbuy bulk. Call/text 780-832-8216.
DOUBLE-WIDE HOUSE, free to be picked up & removed. 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
1992 DODGE GRAND Caravan for parts or repair, seats 7, 250,000 km, $300. Call 780-532-3766.
1992 DODGE GRAND Caravan for parts or repair, seats 7, 250,000 km, $300. Call 780-532-3766.
SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) 16ft, 20ft, 22ft Single-Wides now on Sale. 250-262-2847, salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c Sales(Warren Martin)
SRI HOMES (FSJ,BC) accepting orders for 24ft and 32ft Double-Wides. salesfsj@pineridgemodular.c Sales(Warren Martin) 250262-2847.
1981 CHEVYCHEYENNE 1-ton, rebuilt 454, cab rebuilt 5 yrs ago, leather headliner/bucket/seats/conso $25,000. 780-296-5010.
1975 FORD 8000 w/B&H, 6V "Jimmy" engine, 13spd transmission, not running. 780-836-2107 or 780-6189161.
Built right sheds. Building quality shelters. Call John 780-835-1908 for your quote today.
12' LEON BLADE for Versatile 835, $5000. Call Shannon 250-263-7578.
CATD6NLGPwith ripper for hire. Located in Birch Hills County. Call Eugene at 780-835-0601.
13' STEELTABLE, folds for railings, $1200 OBO. 780-296-5010.
FLAT& ROUND jaw vice grips & welding rod oven, 780-296-5010.
FLAT& ROUND jaw vice grips & welding rod oven, 780-296-5010. Grande Prairie, AB.
MANYTOOLS including slide Bessy C-Clamps & 4' vice grips clamps. 780-2965010.
200 AMPLINCOLN pipeline welder, low hrs, $5000 & 300' welding cable, $1000. 780-296-5010.
Quarter section for sale. All cultivated. 2miles West Cecil Lake Store. Call for details 250-261-1943.
WANTED: MOBILE HOME., 20'/22' wide to move into the Peace Country area. 780-2470004.
Honda Foreman 500 Quad for Sale. Asking $5500 Or best offer. Call Andrew 780841-5932.
1994 WILDERNESS 27.5' fifth wheel, good furniture, appliances, queen bed, roof needs repair, $3000. 780532-3766.
CATskidsteer 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.
Looking to lease farmland in the GP/Sexsmith/Teepee Creek area. Contact David to discuss options. 780-9786768.
SNO-CO 22" ROTARY separator, c/w variety of extra screens. 780-618-9161 or 780-836-2107.
BUTLER 14FTGRAIN bins, most have aeration, call for details. 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.
SNO-CO 30" ROTARY separator. Call Ed 780-6189161 or 780-836-2107.
Older, 2-storey house forsale onpavedstreet6 blocksfrom Worsley CentralSchool in Worsley, Alber ta Complete withfridge,stove,washer anddr yer. Natural gasheaton Worsley waterandsewer. 16’x20’ workshop. Largecornerlotwithlarge gardenspot. Cleanand ready to move into Call 780-835-0452 formore details. 927 479
CERTIFIED OATSEED for sale, ORE3542M, 98% germ. Gordon 250-2613041. 2019 JD 4052 TRACTOR, 620 hrs, c/w loader, bucket, & pallet forks. $39,000. Benjamin 780-772-0597.
CERTIFIED CWRS WHEATseed for sale, AAC Tisdale CWRS, 99% germ. Gordon 250-261-3041.
TRACTORS -
Oats for sale, milling and feed grade, good bushel weight. Call 780-781-4457.
FORAGE VARIETY
HEAVYseed oats, good germination, can deliver, 250-782-0220.
#1 STETTLER WHEAT w/very high protein! Also 13pro wheat,yellow peas, and canola. 780-926-6462.
OATS SCREENING AVAIL., call Stan, 250-7820220.
ALFALFAHAY, WILL deliver, for more info call Nick, 780-864-9523. Spirit River, AB.
OAT& WHEATstraw round bales, net-wrapped, approx. 1100lbs. Call John 250-261-8039.
Round and square straw bales for sale. Located 12 kms Northeast of Manning, Alberta. 780-781-4457.
2011 NEWHOLLAND
BR7090 round baler, megawide pickup, excellent condition. $30,000. Call Doug 250-219-4139.
2023 KIOTI CK3520, 35 HP, 90 hrs, grapple, bucket, backblade, $39,999/take over payments. Call 780772-9172.
BELARUS 825 TRACTOR, 81HP, cabin,FWA, loader w/bucket, good running condition, $7900 OBO. 780605-1846.
CONCORD 40' HEAVY duty cultivator, c/w anhydrous kit. 780-8362107.
WANTED: STARTER & DIFFERENTIALPINION for Cockshutt 40 or 50 with Buda gas engine. 780-8350601.
LOOKING FOR ORGANIC red clover seed, bin-run or cleaned. Call Edwin, 780-285-4680.
JD CLOD BUSTERS (harrows), for mounting on plows. 780-836-2107. Manning, AB.
WANTED: STARTER & DIFFERENTIALPINION for Cockshutt 40 or 50 with Buda gas engine. 780-8350601.
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Ag Hall of Fame Inducts Visionaries, Opens New Exhibit
Alberta honours three visionary leaders, inducting them into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame for advancing and growing the province’s agriculture industry.
Agri-News, February 3, 2025
The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame was created in 1951 to recognize outstanding contributions in shaping the progress and prosperity of Alberta agriculture. Since 1951, 144 men and women have been named to the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame for their innovation and unwavering dedication to the ag industry.
Jan. 29,
three outstanding Albertans. In addition to the
induction, a permanent exhibit at the Reynolds Museum in Wetaskiwin has been opened, which will showcase both new and former inductees, as well as the rich history of agriculture in Alberta.
“I am honoured to welcome three new inductees to the Agriculture Hall of Fame. They have helped to raise awareness of the vital role of agriculture and were essential to the early development of our province. This year, I am thrilled to open the Ag Hall of Fame exhibit, a permanent space to celebrate the legacy and innovations that shape Alberta’s agricultural industry.” RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation
The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame inducts up to three Albertans every two years. The 2024 inductees are being honoured for their advocacy, leadership and pioneering spirit in advancing the province’s agriculture and food industry. The inductees are:
• Dr. Kee Jim, from Okotoks, for his innovative, datadriven approach to feedlot cattle health, effective disease protocols and strengthening Alberta’s cattle industry.
• Blair Roth, from Lethbridge, for his visionary role
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in developing pulse crops as a dryland farming option, shaping early agronomics, variety selection and marketing strategies.
• Manfred Kanehl (posthumous induction), from Parkland County, for his outstanding contributions and advancements to animal welfare and food safety within the Canadian egg industry and for pioneering the Start Clean – Stay Clean onfarm food safety program launched nationally and still in use today.
On
the 41st induction ceremony took place at the Reynolds Museum in Wetaskiwin, honouring
The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT: ALBERTA AGRICULTURE HALL OF FAME AND CENTURY FARM AND RANCH AWARD
Alberta’s government has proudly opened an exhibit to showcase the province’s proud ag history and honour the men and women who made agriculture innovation and growth possible. The permanent feature includes the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame and Century Farm and Ranch Award exhibit.
The exhibit will be permanently housed in the grain elevator at the Reynolds Museum and will preserve and celebrate the stories, milestones and legacy of Alberta’s agricultural history. The exhibit includes:
• Two interactive displays that provide access to biographies, photos and videos of Hall of Fame inductees.
• A large-scale display that includes banners and wall mounts combining text, imagery and design elements that showcase the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame and Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award programs.
“I’m excited that the Reynolds Museum is celebrating Alberta’s agricultural history by showcasing the Albertans who shaped it and spurred the sector’s innovation and growth. I hope all Albertans have the chance to visit this exhibit and learn the inspiring stories of these outstanding individuals.” Tanya Fir, Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women
QUICK FACTS: AG HALL OF FAME
• The Agriculture Hall of Fame is the Department of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation’s oldest and most prestigious award.
• The inductees were nominated by their peers through an open process and reviewed by a panel of judges from a cross-section of members from Alberta’s agriculture industry.
QUICK FACTS: ALBERTA AGRICULTURE HALL OF FAME AND CENTURY FARM AND RANCH AWARD EXHIBIT
• The Ministries of Agriculture and Irrigation and Arts, Culture and Status of Women collaborated on the design and decision to install the Ag Hall of Fame at the Reynolds Museum.
• The Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award, established in 1993, recognizes families who have continuously owned and operated the same land for at least 100 years.
•Alberta’s oldest farms and ranches trace back to 1884. NH
