Introducing LARA
Lakeland Agricultural Research Association (LARA) is a non-profit agricultural research association serving Northeastern Alberta since 1991. Born from a collaboration of local producers who saw the need for regional agricultural research and extension, LARA works to support sustainable agriculture in the Lakeland.
LARA serves the municipal districts of Bonnyville, County of St. Paul and Smoky Lake County
Our mandate is to conduct innovative and unbiased research, give demonstrations, offer programs, and provide resources to local farmers.
Vision
To be leader in applied agricultural research and extension in Alberta.
Mission
LARA conducts local, innovative, unbiased applied agricultural research and extension throughout the Lakeland to promote sustainable agriculture practices for producers, stakeholders, and our rural communities.
