EVENTS

supporting and connecting the forage and livestock community in central alberta

UPCOMING Events

CAFLA, in partnership with our neighbouring counties, applied research associations, and producers like you, is pleased to host monthly, annual, and special events year-round with the goal of both creating awareness and advocating for the livestock and forage industries in Alberta.

Click below to view our upcoming and past events, or contact the CAFLA office for more information, or to request an event in your community.

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Ladies Livestock Lessons

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LLL is a workshop designed for women involved in or interested in the profession of managing livestock. It was developed with the goals of encouraging and educating women in the business and to facilitate the opportunity to expand their professional network. We offer hands on activities, classroom sessions and the opportunity for women to socialize and connect with other women in the industry. This years sessions will include: Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategies for Agricultural Producers Impacts of Invasive Species on Native Ecosystems Crack the Code – Simple Poultry Practices Identifying and Treating Scours in Cattle Ruminant Nutrition and Winter Feeding

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Ranching Opportunities

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Ranching Opportunities is a conference designed for producers involved in or interested in the profession of managing livestock. It was developed with the goal of promoting environmentally and economically sustainable livestock production. We offer innovative and thought-provoking sessions tailored to the current industry issues facing livestock producers. Low Stress People Handling, Business Planning and Profitability in the Cattle Business, Soil Testing, Producer panel and so much more!

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Livestock Roundup: Ruminating on Nutrition

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Don’t miss this knowledge-packed event designed for livestock producers who want to improve animal health and optimize feed efficiency.

PAST WEBINARS aND VIDEOS

Did you register for one of our webinars and miss it? No need to worry, we have the video recordings right here for you!

PAst Events

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Ag Drone School

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Mapping – Range Planning – Herd Scouting Join us for a 2-day hands-on workshop which includes: Binder of learning materials Hands-on Learning Access to our fleet of drones Lunches and refreshments CAFLA members receive $100 off registration!

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Manure Management

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Join Red Deer County for an informative workshop on manure management to learn practical techniques to optimize the use of manure on your farm. This session will focus on key topics, such as collection, storage, treatment and application of manure to maximize benefits and minimize environmental impacts.

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Canadian Finals Rodeo

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Saddle up for the Canadian Finals Rodeo! CFR will take place over five performances at Rogers Place in Edmonton from October 1-5, 2025. CAFLA is excited to offer its members an exclusive 20% discount on tickets! Tickets to the CFR are selling faster than a barrel racer. Go get ’em while you can!

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Notice of Special Member Meeting

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The meeting has been called in accordance with the organization’s bylaws and applicable legal requirements. The primary agenda item will be: Presentation and discussion of the audited financial statements Approval of the audited financial statements by member vote Member participation is important. Please call 403- 844- 2645 to register or register online. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/mu8f4g2

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Hay! Let’s Talk Storage

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Join us on November 28 to learn about CAFLA’s latest on-farm trial to test out a biodegradable net wrap product. We’ll also discuss hay storage management and how storage impacts nutritional value of hay. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hay-lets-talk-storage-tickets-1677443441489?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Grazing Across Continents

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The event begins at 10 AM at Arbutus Hall with presentations and peer discussion focused on region-specific adaptations of regenerative grazing. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with local and international producers, exchange practical insights, and explore diverse approaches to building more resilient grazing systems…

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Brewing Better Soil

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As a follow-up to last year’s Johnson-Su Bioreactor event, we’re excited to host a new workshop focused on the practical use of microbial extract from these bioreactors. This event will explore how the extract works, why it’s gaining momentum…

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Microbes, Minerals and Myths with Dr. Don Huber, Emeritus Professor of Plant Pathology, Purdue University

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Join us for a thought-provoking two-part lecture series with Dr. Don Huber, a long-time researcher and educator in the fields of plant pathology, soil microbiology, and nutrient interactions. Dr. Huber brings decades of academic and field experience to bear on complex questions about soil health, plant disease, and the unintended consequences of modern agricultural practices. […]

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