By Rob VogtThe federal and provincial governments have announced they are extending the deadline to Feb. 22 to apply for drought livestock assistance to help producers maintain breeding herds.A Jan. 25 news release states the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance initiative is extending the application deadline, as well as expanding eligibility to 23 new regions. Funding for this joint AgriRecovery … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Chinook Junior Stock Show is held at the Claresholm Agriplex each Spring, allowing 4-H members as well as other youth, an opportunity to exhibit their livestock, handling techniques, and showmanship skills at their individual skill levels.On Saturday, Oct. 28, The Chinook Junior Stock Show was named by the Willow Creek 4-H District as this year’s business or … Read more…
By Rob VogtAgriculture is a major part of the fabric of life for Adrianna and Kaitlynn Bolduc.They were the guest speakers at the annual Pink Tea held by the Claresholm Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 18 to commemorate the 94th anniversary of the Person Case, that declared women persons under the law, and how far women have come since then.Kathy … Read more…
Courtesy BMO, Calgary StampedeIt took a few moves for the Broomfield ancestors to find the place they wanted to call home, but they finally found it near Stavely over 120 years ago. Ever since it has been a place that has welcomed and touched many.“Broomfield Farms has always been a welcoming place, going back many generations,” reflect Donny and Shlane, … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe vision of Alberta Beef Producers is that it is a strong, clear and representative voice, speaking and working on behalf of cattle and beef producers in Alberta, contributing to a vigorous and profitable beef industry.Its mission is to strengthen the sustainability and competitiveness of the beef industry for the benefit of beef producers in Alberta.Claresholm is well-represented … Read more…
By Rob VogtAlberta’s minister of agriculture and irrigation has responded to the Municipal District of Willow Creek’s declaration of an agricultural disaster.At its Aug. 23 meeting, M.D,. council reviewed a letter from Minister RJ Sigurdson.“I sympathize with farmers across Alberta who are experiencing the impact of heat, dry weather, wildfires, and more,” he said.“I can assure you that I am closely … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Town of Claresholm will provide the Willow Creek Agricultural Society with a donation of $50,000 each year for the next four years to fund stage three of the West Agriplex Indoor Riding Arena provided they are successful in their application for funds from the provincial government’s community facility enhancement program.The decision came at council’s June 12 meeting, … Read more…