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Read more about the article Agri-Food Hub: A Taste of Lethbridge
Industry Stories / Lethbridge / News

Agri-Food Hub: A Taste of Lethbridge

Situated along the Oldman River in the southern part of Alberta, Lethbridge is surrounded by picturesque landscape of vast prairies, rugged badlands, and the Rocky Mountains. Only a day trip…

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August 16, 2023
Read more about the article Culture & Cuisine Reign Supreme in Medicine Hat
Industry Stories / Medicine Hat / News

Culture & Cuisine Reign Supreme in Medicine Hat

Photos: Tourism Medicine Hat A small but bustling city known for its agriculture and cultural heritage, Medicine Hat is rich in local history and unique attractions, from the 20-story high…

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August 3, 2023
Read more about the article Net-Zero Barns: A Glimpse of the Future of Egg Farming
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Net-Zero Barns: A Glimpse of the Future of Egg Farming

Nestled among the prairie fields near Brant, Alberta, lies one of the most progressive and sustainable farming projects in Western Canada.  When you hear “sustainability,” people typically think of the…

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April 4, 2023
Read more about the article Eat Life to the Fullest in Lacombe County
Industry Stories / Lacombe County

Eat Life to the Fullest in Lacombe County

If you think you know Lacombe County, think again. It’s time to look at it through the lens of food travel. Food what? Food travel. It’s getting a sense of…

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August 10, 2022
Read more about the article Lacombe County Driving Itineraries
Industry Stories / Lacombe County / Road Trips

Lacombe County Driving Itineraries

With the unpredictable weather of Alberta springs, road trips are the perfect way to ensure a great time. Not only do you get to explore the areas around you, but…

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May 17, 2022
Read more about the article A Sustainable Farm with Sharon Wiebe
Industry Stories / Lacombe County

A Sustainable Farm with Sharon Wiebe

In 2021, Lacombe County introduced an Environmental Community Engagement Program. The three components of the program include a wetland education program, a resident environmental sustainability program, and an Environmental Stewardship…

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April 30, 2022
Read more about the article The Cow Palace: Animal care is top priority at Pleasant Hill Farms
Industry Stories / Milk & Dairy

The Cow Palace: Animal care is top priority at Pleasant Hill Farms

Pleasant Hill Farms, a dairy farm run by the Pierik family, has about 400 milking cows in Central Alberta.  A second-generation farm, Henk and Karen have been farming with Henk’s…

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February 22, 2022
Read more about the article Poultry Farming in Alberta’s Foothills
Industry Stories / Pork, Poultry & Other Proteins

Poultry Farming in Alberta’s Foothills

Chicken farmers are part of a growing industry that contributes to thriving economies and communities in Alberta. Byron Ference, owner of Foothills Poultry, is a third-generation poultry producer just outside…

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February 21, 2022
Read more about the article A Family Affair: The Legacy of Red Shed Malting
Industry Stories / Red Deer / Wheat & Grains

A Family Affair: The Legacy of Red Shed Malting

For the avid craft beer lover in Alberta, Red Shed Malting is a name that you often come across.  Whether it’s on a brewery posting about their latest collaboration, the…

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February 17, 2022
Read more about the article From Alberta Grain to Italian Flavour: the Story of Let’s Pasta
Industry Stories / Wheat & Grains

From Alberta Grain to Italian Flavour: the Story of Let’s Pasta

Food processing is a part of the local foodscape that is frequently overlooked.  Even in recent years, when consumers have started to be more concerned with the origins of their…

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February 15, 2022
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