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For over 40 years, CAFLA (formerly Grey Wooded Forage Association) has been promoting sustainable forage production practices in Central Alberta. We empower producers to make informed decisions through education, research, and community engagement, fostering healthy pastures and resilient ecosystems. Explore events, research projects, and become a member today!

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Every season brings new opportunities and challenges, and we understand that innovation should not come at the cost of any producer’s livelihood. There is no simple “undo” button in agriculture — implementing new techniques and strategies carry their own level of risk. As a producer-led and directed organization, CAFLA collaborates with regional experts, researchers and associations across the province to provide knowledge, tools and resources to support a thriving farming and ranching community.

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Our members can be found in Clearwater County, Mountain View County, Red Deer County, Lacombe County, Ponoka County, and the County of Wetaskiwin, although our reach extends into a large majority of Western Canada. Our office is located in Rocky Mountain House in Clearwater County.

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We can’t predict the future. But we can help you prepare for it. As a producer-led and directed organization, CAFLA is your regional source for the latest news, updates, research and networking opportunities to ensure you are prepared for whatever the next growing season may bring. Our main focus areas include:

Grazing Management — Riparian Management — Environmental Sustainability Grass Production — Pasture and Perennial Forage Regeneration

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We host on-farm demonstrations, networking sessions and agricultural events, as well as new advancements and processes based on decades of gathered data and generations of crops.

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Becoming a Board Member

My name is SherryAnn Hoogland, and my family and I operate Majak Meadows Ranch, a small, first-generation ranch in Central Alberta. Like many producers, our operation has been shaped by curiosity, hard-earned experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement. I currently serve as a director with the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA), a role that has been both professionally rewarding and personally meaningful. 

Why Producer-Led Applied Research Still Matters in Alberta Agriculture

Ranching Opportunities Brings Practical Insight and Innovation to Olds College

Producers from across the region gathered at the Olds College Alumni Centre on February 5 for

Innovation and Best Practices Featured at CAFLA’s Hay Storage Field Event

The Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA) welcomed local producers to its Hay! Let’s Talk
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Why Producer-Led Applied Research Still Matters in Alberta Agriculture

  Representatives from Alberta’s applied research and forage associations visited the Legislature to meet with the former Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation as well as the ministry staff to talk about the role agricultural extension continues to play across the province. Extension is one of those terms commonly used in agriculture, but not always well understood outside the industry. Put simply, extension is about getting practical information into the hands

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May 28, 2026
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Becoming a Board Member

My name is SherryAnn Hoogland, and my family and I operate Majak Meadows Ranch, a small, first-generation ranch in Central Alberta. Like many producers, our operation has been shaped by curiosity, hard-earned experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement. I currently serve as a director with the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA), a role that has been both professionally rewarding and personally meaningful. 

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March 31, 2026
Producers attending the Clearwater County Cattlemen's Day event in Leslieville Alberta learning about the Madigan Squeeze technique
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Clearwater County Cattlemen’s Day Draws Full House in Leslieville

The 22nd annual Clearwater County Cattlemen’s Day drew a full house to the Leslieville Community Hall on November 20, where producers, industry experts and local organizations gathered for a day packed with presentations, networking and industry updates. A full tradeshow and a robust agenda set the tone for what proved to be one of the event’s strongest years.

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December 10, 2025
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Fall Feed Gaps and Forage Facts: What We Learned in Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House, and Caroline

By Abby-Ann Redman, Alberta Pasture Nutrient Analysis Project
Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to work on a project that digs deep into the nutrient quality of Alberta’s pastures. Alongside a fantastic team, I helped sample and analyze grasses from across the province to better understand how forage quality shifts throughout the grazing season and between regions.

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September 3, 2025
Kim Nielsen demonstrates to visiting producers at 4 Clover Ranch about his pastures soil health and grazing techniques.
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Grazing Across Continents Showcases Innovation in Soil Health and Stewardship

On August 23, Arbutus Hall became the hub of a global conversation on regenerative agriculture, as 56 producers came together with a visiting delegation of Australian grazers for the “Grazing Across Continents” field day. Hosted by the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA) and Regenerative Alberta Living Lab (RA-LL), the event aimed to share practical knowledge, scientific data, and cultural exchange in grazing and land stewardship.

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August 31, 2025
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Connecting Through Agriculture: From the EAT Tour to Aggie Days

Spring has been a busy and exciting season for the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA) as we took part in several community events focused on agricultural awareness, education, and engagement. From the Rocky Trade Show to the EAT Tour and Aggie Days in Carstairs, CAFLA was proud to partner with local organizations to bring pasture management, forage knowledge, and a bit of fun to the public.

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June 1, 2025
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Alsike Clover and Horses

Alsike clover is found in most areas in Alberta that have been farmed. It was introduced as one of the earliest forages available in our grandfathers’ time.

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May 1, 2025
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A Moment of Reflection on Women in Agriculture

It was an absolute honour to be nominated for the Woman in Agriculture award, handed out at the Mountain View and Neighbours Women in Business Annual Awards Luncheon in Olds. This gave me the opportunity to reflect on the incredible contributions women are making in the agricultural sector—here in Alberta and across Canada.

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March 7, 2025
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Ranching Opportunities 2025

The 2025 Ranching Opportunities Conference took place at the Pomeroy Inn and Suites this year on February 5th.  The Red Bow Partnership consisting of the MD of Bighorn, Clearwater County, Kneehill County, Mountain View County, Rocky View County, Wheatland County, the Foothills Forage and Grazing Association, the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association, Lakeland College, Renovo Seed and Olds College hosted this well-attended event.

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February 2, 2025
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Red Bow Agricultural Partnership Hosts Annual Ladies Livestock Lessons Event

The Red Bow Agricultural Partnership held its annual Ladies Livestock Lessons event on Friday, January 17th, welcoming 72 producers from surrounding municipalities including Clearwater County, Rocky View County, Grassland County, Kneehill County, Mountain View County, MD of Bighorn, MD of Ranchland, Red Deer County, Special Areas #2, Special Areas #3, Vulcan County, Wheatland County, and MD of Willow Creek. This year’s event featured a diverse lineup of speakers offering valuable

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February 1, 2025
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The Importance of Feed Testing

One of the most valuable tools in feeding livestock is forage sampling and feed testing. Feed is a direct contributor to livestock production and a significant cost of your operation…

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January 1, 2025

WHAT OUR NETWORK IS SAYING

SherryAnn & Kurt Hoogland

As a producer and board member of the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association, I am proud to contribute to a community that champions regenerative agriculture and the well-being of our local ecosystems. CAFLA’s commitment to sharing knowledge, resources, and innovative practices has had a profound impact on my own operations, helping me enhance land stewardship and livestock management. Being part of this association connects me with like-minded producers and fosters collaboration, ensuring that agriculture in Central Alberta continues to thrive.

Tin Forest Farm

Recently, we accessed CAFLA's soil sampling service. After hearing about it at the Johnson-Su bioreactor workshop and being happy with previous CAFLA experiences, they were our first choice. Our land was very depleted after many years of tilling and cropping, but with rotational grazing practices in place, we saw improvements... Working with CAFLA for soil sampling was simple. It was a great experience, and I will use CAFLA for future soil samples.

Grant L.

The more you learn the more you realize you have to or want to learn to understand more. Leading edge agriculture is addictive. GWFA always has created that in its membership and CAFLA will continue that with its current leadership and commitment.”

Deb Skeels

I have found CAFLA very helpful for our Cattle business. Their extension programs are always worthwhile. I always come home with an expanded knowledge of grazing and/or soils. 

Janina C

This was an inspiring and informative workshop! I'm walking away with 150% more knowledge than what I came with. I can begin to apply some basic strategies for regenerative agriculture today!