Events

Tour local research trials, talk practical ag, and connect with producers and industry partners in this St. Paul, AB field tour. Location pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eGW9ePjkg1XpC4mM8

Join us for a day of exploring agriculture and environmental projects through Lacombe County! Lunch and bus transportation are included. During the tour, we will visit three sites and enjoy lunch at the Watipi Campground/Kuhnen Park: Destination #1: MFL Bison Ranch A family-run ranch focused on regenerative agriculture, MFL Bison Ranch uses holistic grazing practices […]

Walk through the first 2 chapters of your EFP workbook with the help of an EFP Technician. Join us for this interactive virtual workshop! Registration required. You may want to join the workshop on one device and use a separate device to complete your EFP workbook.

Lance & Karyn Neilson, along with their 4 Children, run a cow/calf and heifer development operation in Stettler County. Topics Covered Producer Experience with Intercropping Tillage Management Strategies BRRG Research Trial Results Field Walk & Interactive Discussion

Create your farm's customized soil health plan based on lab results, including the importance of chemical parameters and soil mineral ratios. Understand the roles of plants in building organic matter, nutrient cycling, reducing salinity, controlling erosion, and improving microbial activity. FEATURING: DR. YAMILY ZAVALA, CARASHL MANAGER A review of sampling for soil health, including benchmark […]

Converting Marginal Land to Forages with Joel Williams Learn practical strategies for converting low-productivity, alkaline grain acres into profitable and resilient forage systems suited to prairie climates. Explore forage options for challenging land conditions, improve soil health and drought resilience, and take part in a local field tour. AGENDA 8:45am - Coffee & Registration at the […]

GRO Pulse / Canola Tour Location: start and end at GRO’s ‘Milwest’ site beside the Milwest Distillery (59510 Rg Rd 10 Westlock County) Time: 1:00 pm start Cost: $10 includes supper (free for Pd GRO members ($30/yr)) Bring: Appropriate dress to tour the plots, regardless of weather Agenda: Includes a tour through the pulse variety trials (peas, fababeans, lupins, lentils), […]

Joel Williams is an internationally recognized educator and consultant specializing in soil health, plant nutrition, and regenerative agriculture. He is known for translating complex soil and plant science into practical, profitable strategies that help producers build resilient farming systems. Learn practical strategies for converting low-productivity acres into profitable and resilient forage systems suited to prairie climates. […]

BRRG Field Day 2026 topics covered humics kochia silage live plot tours Bring your water sample with you, there will be a live pasture water testing station on site so producers can test water quality right at the event. Organizer: BRRG, (780) 582-7308, env@battleriverresearch.com

Join internationally recognized soil and plant health educator Joel Williams for an in-depth workshop exploring how forages can transform underperforming grain acres into resilient, productive, and profitable land. Drawing on extensive experience across Australia, the UK, and Canada, Joel specializes in soil biology, plant nutrition, and regenerative farming systems that improve soil function and long-term […]

NPARA Farm & Field Tour Join us on July 30th for the annual Farm & Field Tour Come out to the NPARA Research Farm for a Smoked Brisket Dinner, Guest Speaker Presentations, and our Plot & Field Tour Enjoy a delicious smoked brisket catered dinner Tour our field plots and trials at the NPARA Research […]

Learn the difference between beneficial and inefficient soil amendments. Key considerations include nutrient availability in high-pH soils, reduced performance of amendments under limited moisture, the cost versus yield response of inputs, and comparing supplier claims with research-based information. NPARA Member: $30 Non-Member: $40