Representing Alberta’s diverse forage industry.
Made up of producers and stakeholders from throughout the very diverse Alberta forages industry, it is AFIN’s goal to speak with one voice for forages in our province.
The board and committee members of AFIN are committed to fostering two-way communication, championing research and extension, and influencing policy and practice.
Representing Alberta’s diverse forage industry.
Made up of producers and stakeholders from throughout the very diverse Alberta forages industry, it is AFIN’s goal to speak with one voice for forages in our province.
The board and committee members of AFIN are committed to fostering two-way communication, championing research and extension, and influencing policy and practice.
Farming the Web has been launched!
Farming the Web has been launched!
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Survey finds on-farm cover crop innovation occurring across the Canadian Prairies
Survey finds on-farm cover crop innovation occurring across the Canadian Prairies
Researchers at the University of Manitoba (UM) have shared the results from the 2020 Prairie Cover Crop Survey which capture a snapshot of the use and grower observations of this new practice. The report suggests that cover crops are becoming established in the Prairies and can be grown in a wide range of locations and environments across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Translating the Value of Genetic Resources and Technology Within the Canadian Beef Industry
RDAR Makes Major Investment in CBIN Genetics Data Platform to Improve Efficiency and Profitability of Cattle Producers. RDAR has invested $640,000 in a collaborative research project with the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) to springboard the development of a unified, standardized, and producer-accessible beef cattle genetics data platform.
Update from the Coal Policy Committee
September marked the Coal Policy Committee’s most significant milestone to date as we completed the final phase of the formal engagement process. We are now compiling and analyzing all the advice and perspectives received from Albertans.
Inquiry for trade lead for sourcing alfalfa bales/pellets for export to Lebanon
Our office received a trade lead for sourcing alfalfa bales/pellets for export to Lebanon. Not certain if any members of AFIN would be interested in this lead, grateful if you could share as appropriate: · 10 September 2021 – local contact is interested in sourcing Canadian suppliers of alfalfa bale and pellets for animal feed. quantity: […]
Front Page News
Survey finds on-farm cover crop innovation occurring across the Canadian Prairies
Survey finds on-farm cover crop innovation occurring across the Canadian Prairies
Researchers at the University of Manitoba (UM) have shared the results from the 2020 Prairie Cover Crop Survey which capture a snapshot of the use and grower observations of this new practice. The report suggests that cover crops are becoming established in the Prairies and can be grown in a wide range of locations and environments across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Translating the Value of Genetic Resources and Technology Within the Canadian Beef Industry
RDAR Makes Major Investment in CBIN Genetics Data Platform to Improve Efficiency and Profitability of Cattle Producers. RDAR has invested $640,000 in a collaborative research project with the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) to springboard the development of a unified, standardized, and producer-accessible beef cattle genetics data platform.
Update from the Coal Policy Committee
September marked the Coal Policy Committee’s most significant milestone to date as we completed the final phase of the formal engagement process. We are now compiling and analyzing all the advice and perspectives received from Albertans.
Alberta Forage Industry Network respectfully acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional lands of the indigenous peoples (Inuit, First Nations, Metis) of Canada. We honour the ancestry, heritage and gifts of the Indigenous Peoples and give thanks to them.