Fatigue and farm-related injuries: Kenda Lubeck says it's important to recognize signs of fatigue and take steps to avoid fatigue in the first place. Spring fertilizer requirements: Doon Pauly discusses phosphorus, sulphur and potassium. Spring

Call of the Land: Mar 12, 2019

Mar 12th, 2019

Agriculture Safety Week: Luree Williamson say the week is a good reminder to focus on safety year-round. Tannis Baker has details of a workshop for host farms to be successful at the event. Nitrogen losses: Doon Pauly discusses risk factors fo

Call of the Land: Mar 11, 2019

Mar 11th, 2019

Building safety on the farm: Robert Gobeil discusses how producers can plan for safety on the farm at this time of year. Learning from soil tests: Doon Pauly discusses what producers can learn by examining soil test results. Weekly livestock ma

Call of the Land: Mar 08, 2019

Mar 8th, 2019

Agriculture Literacy Month: Luree Williamson says it's important to bring awareness of agriculture to students and teachers. Blue Book now available: Crop Protection 2019 is hot off the presses. Resuscitating calves: Dr. Claire Windeyer discuss

Call of the Land: Mar 07, 2019

Mar 7th, 2019

AgriStability deadline: Ed Ten Hove discusses changes to AgriStability and the enrolment deadline. Keeping youth safe on the farm: Raelyn Peterson discuses a resource for training and supervision of youth on the farm. New certificate at Olds Co

Call of the Land: Mar 06, 2019

Mar 6th, 2019

Advance Payments Program: Starting this week, farmers can submit their 2019 Advance Payments Program application form. Benefits of a diverse crop rotation: Harry Brook discusses a good crop rotation. Adam Norris has details of a March 19, 2019

Call of the Land: Mar 05, 2019

Mar 5th, 2019

Crop land rental arrangement options: Dean Dyck discusses options for landowners and tenants to consider. Lisa Chen has details on the grant program. Western Canada Hemp Industry conference: Jesse Hahn discusses the March 15, 2019 conference i

Call of the Land: Mar 04, 2019

Mar 4th, 2019

Crop land rental agreements: Dean Dyck says it's not easy to determine an equitable rate. Keeping calves healthy: Dr. Claire Windeyer says preventing disease during calving season is a year-round effort. Weekly livestock market summary: The lat

Call of the Land: Mar 01, 2019

Mar 1st, 2019

Bringing thin cows back into condition: Barry Yaremcio discusses the impact of cold weather on cow condition and how to get thin cows back into condition. Calving tips: Dr. Claire Windeyer discusses the importance of being prepared and having c

Call of the Land: Feb 27, 2019

Feb 27th, 2019

Eileen Kotowich has details on the March 13, 2019 webinar. Olds College has been recognized as a "Certified Sustainable" beef production facility. Snack food trends: Ava Duering looks at the numbers and how Alberta producers can capitalize on

Call of the Land: Feb 26, 2019

Feb 26th, 2019

Irrigation Efficiency Program: Brad Calder will be at Ag Expo in Lethbridge to answer questions on this program under the Canadian Agriculture Partnership. Trade opportunities in the United Kingdom: Dusan Rnjak discusses a webinar to provide an

Call of the Land: Feb 25, 2019

Feb 25th, 2019

Learn about irrigation at Ag Expo: Brad Calder highlights the Irrigation Technology Centre. Open Farm Days: Jamie Puchinger discusses Farming Smarter's experience being a host farm. Weekly livestock market summary: The latest livestock market n

Call of the Land: Feb 22, 2019

Feb 22nd, 2019

Laura Thygesen highlights who will be at the booth to answer questions. Bee workshops: Medhat Nasr has details on upcoming Advanced Bee Culture workshops. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market news with Errol Anderson of

Call of the Land: Feb 21, 2019

Feb 21st, 2019

Cereal disease trends: Mike Harding provides an overview of cereal disease trends and what to be aware of in 2019. Funding for animal welfare activities: Agriculture Canada announced an investment of up to$4.56 million for Codes of Practice. Pe

Call of the Land: Feb 20, 2019

Feb 20th, 2019

Enhancing farm safety in Alberta: Last year more than 125 communities and organizations used resources from Alberta Agriculture and Forestry's Farm Safety Program. Harry Brook discusses other things to assess, including disease packages and mat

Call of the Land: Feb 19, 2019

Feb 19th, 2019

Assessing new crop varieties: Harry Brook says producers need to look at more than just yield when assessing new varieties. Basic Bee Culture workshops: Medhat Nasr discusses the focus of the workshops. Open Farm Days registration open: Richard

Call of the Land: Feb 15, 2019

Feb 15th, 2019

Robert Spencer is asking direct market fruit and vegetable producers to share pricing information. Livestock Care Conference: Kristen Hall has details on the 2019 conference in Olds. Weekly grains and oilseeds market summary: The latest market

Call of the Land: Feb 14, 2019

Feb 14th, 2019

Jack Howell, former host, discusses his role in the exhibit. Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay recently announced the $50.3 million five-year program. Fed steer and hay markets: Jason Wood discusses factors affecting the markets.

Call of the Land: Feb 13, 2019

Feb 13th, 2019

AFAC Awards of Distinction: The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 15, 2019. Pat Myers discusses how Call of the Land ended up in the museum. Economics of greenhouse production: Emmanuel Anum Laate has details from the latest report.

Call of the Land: Feb 12, 2019

Feb 12th, 2019

Alberta Health and Working Well program: Debra Mooney discusses Alberta Health's involvement in the program. Canola diseases: Mike Harding discusses trends in blackleg and what it means in 2019. Economics of greenhouse production: Alberta Agric

Call of the Land: Feb 11, 2019

Feb 11th, 2019

David Lloyd has highlights of the 2019 conference in Banff. Open Farm Days grows ag-tourism: Farm sales in 2018 reached almost $190,000 over the two days, up 30 per cent from the year before. Weekly livestock market summary: The latest livesto

Call of the Land: Feb 08, 2019

Feb 8th, 2019

A new government program will help Alberta agricultural societies save money and reduce emissions through energy-efficient upgrades. Protein premiums: Neil Blue discusses the situation with protein premiums on wheat this crop year. Weekly grai

Call of the Land: Feb 07, 2019

Feb 7th, 2019

Farm to Market to Table conference: Eileen Kotowich provides an overview of the conference and specifics on the farmers' market stream. Feedback on the Working Well program: Jamie Wuite says the workshops make a difference for rural landowners.

Call of the Land: Feb 06, 2019

Feb 6th, 2019

Canada Agriculture Day Events: The University of Alberta, Red Deer College and Olds College hosting an Open Forum on February 12. Feeding cows in extreme cold weather: Barry Yaremcio discusses the importance of adjusting feeding programs when f

Call of the Land: Feb 05, 2019

Feb 5th, 2019

Building eco-buffers and shelterbelts: Ken Lewis discusses the value of shelterbelts and eco-buffers and an upcoming workshop. This program continues to share costs with producers who are upgrading components of their grain dryers to high-effic