Join Cassandra Kirkpatrick of Jungle Out There Pet Services for an informative and hands-on workshop all about keeping chickens! Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your flock, you'll gain practical knowledge on coop design, winter care, bird health, biosecurity, predator protection, and end-of-life planning. The session will also include important information on Lacombe County’s applicable bylaws for chicken ownership.
Explore the critical role of forage in supporting your horse’s digestive, metabolic, and overall health, with a special focus on the vulnerable young horse. Learn how to address common concerns about forage, including why it can sometimes lead to health issues, and how to adjust foraging practices to optimize well-being.
Join us on June 10 at the Wetaskiwin Ag Society Grounds to learn more about the basic principles of grazing management that support pasture management, and the philosophy of time as a currency with plant functionality.
Join us for an exciting and insightful day focused on how a market-driven approach to innovation can boost profitability and prosperity. Through expert-led talks, peer-to-peer discussions, and demonstrations of practical science, we'll explore how what's developed in the lab can apply directly on-farm. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and drive innovation forward!
Join us for a hands-on learning experience at the Lacombe Research and Development Centre on June 17, 2025!
Members and friends of CAFLA are welcome to attend our Annual General Meeting and dinner! Join us for a $65 prime rib dinner, entertainment, and a celebration of another great year. Doors open at 3:30PM As a member, you are the heart of CAFLA. Active participation in governance ensures the association remains responsive, relevant, and […]
This year's Livestock Roundup: Ruminating on Nutrition is POSTPONED! This year's topics include: The importance of feed testing, mineral/ vitamin deficiency symptoms, finishing beef cattle on the farm, learning to use rationing tools such as CowBytes and Performance Beef Software, and a featured nutritionist panel. Admission packages available. To register, call 403-844-2645.
This event is made possible by the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association (CFGA) and is intended for producers to learn more about rotational grazing including understanding the benefits and how-to.
Cost to attend is $20/person, includes lunch. The field tours will held outdoors, please prepare accordingly.
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. […]
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...
