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. Therefore, it is both beneficial and critical to test your forage and feed.
Feed testing can be critical in making sure your feed meets the nutritional needs of different classes of cattle with specific rations. Testing can point out where supplementation is needed to avoid deficiencies, as well as notify you of the need to source alternative feeds to balance rations and compensate for feed availability.
Feed testing is especially valuable to determine any mineral and nutrient imbalances that could lead to problems with conception, calving, and/ or the rate of gain/growth. Feed testing can also flag any presence of potentially toxic contents that impact productivity including mycotoxins, nitrates, sulfates, etc., that can be detrimental to your livestock.
CAFLA has many forage sampling analysis packages available, including Standard Feed Test/ Nutritional Analysis. Mycotoxins, Ergot and Nitrates sampling packages can be additionally requested. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions. CAFLA Members receive discounted rates on all soil and forage sampling packages.
For more information on your forage sampling needs, give us a call at 403-844-2645 or email us at general@cafla-ab.ca
CAFLA is here to help you further understand and elevate your soil health with professional sampling services. Gain valuable insights into your soil’s health and composition with sample collection by CAFLA staff, followed by professional lab analysis. Soil testing offers valuable insights into the nutrient content, pH levels, and overall health of the soil.
Soil testing is a key tool for enhancing agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. Take the first step toward healthier, more productive soil. Contact us today to schedule your soil sample collection and receive professional analysis.
Complete Analysis and Soil Health Test packages are available, our services provide you with precise data to make informed decisions. View our Soil Sampling Decision Making Tree here.
CAFLA Members receive discounted rates on all soil and forage sampling packages.
For more information on your soil sampling needs, give us a call at 403-844-2645 or email us at general@cafla-ab.ca
CAFLA is dedicated to helping farmers and ranchers navigate the Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) process with ease. Our team provides hands-on assistance in completing the EFP self-assessment, offering guidance on identifying key environmental risks and developing practical strategies to improve sustainability. Take the first step today to make your farm more sustainable, improve your environmental stewardship, and funding and opportunities!
Contact us at 403-844-2645 or general@cafla-ab.ca
Applications are currently closed.
Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) offers funding up to $150,000 for Primary Producers, and up to $300,000 for Indigenous or groups such as Grazing Reserve Associations and/or Community Pastures. A completed or in-progress EFP is a key eligibility requirement. We are happy to assist interested producers in completing their applications. Funding is available under the following categories: pasture management, cropland conversion, tree establishment, wetlands.
OFCAF provides financial support to producers to accelerate their adoption and implementation of on-farm Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) to lower Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, support production efficiency, sustainability and resiliency on their farm operations.
To assist producers with their adoption of new BMPs, the program offers producers resources to support BMP implementation and provide BMP design recommendations.
Applications open August 1, 2025
(Results Driven Agriculture Research) RDAR delivers OFCAF in three activity categories: improving Nitrogen management, increasing the adoption of cover cropping, and expanding the adoption of rotational grazing. These practices also provide other environmental benefits such as improved biodiversity and soil health. RDAR offers funding under eligible expense categories.
RDAR is a delivery partner, selected by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, to distribute funds associated with this program.
Applications now closed. Note, applications are still being accepted for working with a grazing mentor to develop a rotational grazing plan.
The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) strongly focuses on forages and grasslands across Canada. It works with the leading researchers, educators and other active stakeholder groups in this sector. This program is centered on increasing the total acres under a rotational grazing system. The CFGA offers funding for rotational grazing under eligible expense categories.
CFGA is a program delivery partner that administers OFCAF in Alberta, for Alberta’s producers.
To watch the Producer Information Session recording from March 28, 2025, view it here.
Sustainable CAP (SCAP) is a five‐year (2023-2028), $3.5-billion investment by federal‐provincial and territorial governments to strengthen competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of the agriculture, agri‐food and agribased products sector. Sustainable CAP includes the RALP program, and continues to support the following business risk programs: AgriInsurance, AgriStability, AgriInvest, AgriRecovery.
Applications now open for The On-Farm Value-Added Program for primary producers.
Applications now open for the Value-Added Program for food and bio-industrial processors.
Eligible applicants include primary producers and bio-industrial or food processors involved in the value-added processing of an agricultural product. Eligible expenses must be incurred between January 1, 2025 and March 15, 2026. A minimum of 50% of the total investment for the project must be secured prior to application for the grant.
Eligible project activities and additional program requirements can be found in the respective Funding List and program Terms and Conditions. Program intakes will close when all grant funding is fully allocated.
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