Common Mullein is a noxious weed spreading across Alberta, often found in disturbed areas like roadsides, pastures, and railroads. Early detection and management are essential. How to identify it: Large, soft, gray-green, fuzzy leaves arranged in a rosette at the base Tall flowering stalks that can...
Article by Amanda Jorgensen, M.Sc., ATT Insect Management Specialist, Alberta Agriculture & Irrigation Warm conditions last fall mean that cutworms and grasshoppers had an ideal egg laying period. Even with a cool, slow spring, there still is risk from these species. Grasshoppers Grasshopper numbers were high in Special...
It's Weed Wednesday! Let's talk about Scentless Chamomile. Scentless Chamomile is a noxious weed spreading across Alberta, especially in disturbed areas like roadsides, fields, and pastures. Early detection is key! How to identify it: Daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers (but unlike true chamomile, it...
This weeks Weed Wednesday feature is Black Henbane! Black Henbane is a POISONOUS noxious weed showing up across Alberta, especially in disturbed areas like roadsides, yards, and pastures. Early detection is key! How to identify it: Sticky, hairy leaves with a strong, unpleasant odor Pale yellow flowers...
It's Weed Wednesday! This week the focus is - Common Burdock This invasive plant is becoming more common across parts of Alberta and can quickly take over disturbed sites, roadsides and pastures. How to identify: Large, broad, heart-shaped leaves with a dull green upper surface and white-ish,...
Keep up to date with events happening around the region. May 13: Free Shelterbelt Workshop Contact CARA to reserve your spot - 403-664-3777 or cara-1@telus.net Event Poster ...
Last week our Ag groups had the pleasure of visiting Altario’s Agriculture Academy for a great morning of learning and connection. We were welcomed and toured by the students, who did an excellent job sharing their experiences and providing a firsthand look at the program. The...
Keep up to date with events happening around the region. April 7: Battle River Research Group: Kochia Management Register: https://www.battleriverresearch.com/events April 8: Agrisystems Living Lab - Roots so deep (you can see the devil down there): Episode 4 / Q & A Link : https://www.agrisystemsll.ca/events/roots-so-deep-episode-4-and-qa ...
The latest and greatest Growing and Grazing Newsletter is ready!In this interactive newsletter you will learn about heavy snowfall damage to trees, building drought resistance and rats!Read it here! ...
Good livestock management practices protect livestock, people and the environment. Check out some of these helpful tips. Livestock Husbandry When conflicts arise between livestock and coyotes, the primary focus should be on managing livestock effectively to prevent situations that encourage or invite predation. Implementing sound husbandry practices significantly reduces interactions between...