In-Person

Fuel Your Herd: Cattle Health and Nutrition Evening Healthy cattle start with informed decisions. This event brings together producers and industry specialists to explore the foundations of good nutrition, planning, and herd health. Learn strategies you can apply right away to support herd performance, reduce stress, and improve overall efficiency in your livestock operation. We’ll…

Environmental Farm Plan Workshop Are you a farmer in the County of St. Paul, MD of Bonnyville, or Smoky Lake County? This is for you. Join us for this essential Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop designed to help you build and maintain a solid, sustainable foundation for your farm. An EFP is your voluntary, self-assessment…

LARA, the Bonnyville Veterinary Clinic, and the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine are hosting a special 4-H Family Calving Clinic. This session is designed to provide families with essential knowledge and practical skills ahead of the calving season. Led by Dr. Greg Benoit (DVM), attendees will learn about new protocols and industry best…

Join LARA and the Bonnyville Veterinary Clinic for an informative, hands-on Calving Clinic designed to prepare producers for the upcoming season. Featuring Dr. Greg Benoit (DVM), this session will cover the latest industry protocols and best practices for a successful calving season. Participants will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience using the University…

  Women in Ranching   This workshop brings together women who work in ranching to learn, connect, and share knowledge from the field. Throughout the day, we’ll explore the realities, skills, challenges, and strengths that come with ranch life. Hear from industry speakers, connect with fellow producers, and discover practical tools you can apply to…

  Farmer Appreciation Join us for a night of great food, music, laughter and community- all dedicated to the people who keep our region growing: our farmers. Doors open at 5:00pm, dinner will be served at 6:30pm. After supper enjoy a high energy Classic Hits & Comedy Show with Richard & Deborah Popovich, featuring toe-tapping favourites, audience…

Rotational Grazing Planning Session📅 Tuesday, February 10, 2026Get your rotational grazing plan done and be ready for grant season with this hands-on planning session. ✔️ Designed to help meet CFGA OFCAF requirements✔️ Bring your laptop or tablet✔️ Limited spots available Cost:Free for LARA members (County of St. Paul & MD of Bonnyville residents)$50 for non-members…

Winter Watering Forum | February 25, 2026 Join LARA for a practical, producer-focused Winter Watering Forum at Goodridge Hall. This in-person event will explore reliable winter livestock watering systems, with a focus on real-world design, freeze-prevention strategies, and alternative power solutions that work in northern conditions. The forum will feature experienced producers and industry experts…

Annual General Meeting You're invited to our AGM on March 11, 2026 at Flat Lake Hall. Join fellow producers, partners, and community members on March 11 at Flat Lake Hall for our AGM, where we’ll share highlights from the past year, hold board elections, and celebrate 35 years of innovation, research, and education.. Lunch provided.…

Passive Solar Greenhouse Evening Seminar Discover how to extend your growing season and produce more using the power of the sun. Join LARA for an informative evening with greenhouse specialist Kim Ross as she shares practical, experience-based insights into passive solar greenhouse design and management for northern climates. This seminar will cover key considerations such…

  Lakeland Agronomy Update Join us for the Lakeland Agronomy Update on March 24, 2026 at the Ashmont Agriplex. This full-day event features expert speakers, timely agronomic insights, market outlooks, and a producer panel discussion. Lunch provided. Date: March 24, 2026 Time: Registration 9:30am  | Workshop 10:00am - 3:00pm Location: Ashmont Agriplex Admission FREE for…

Join LARA for an engaging afternoon focused on regenerative agriculture in action. This event will feature virtual farm tours and a panel discussion with local producers participating in the Regenerative Alberta Living Lab (RALL). The Regenerative Alberta Living Lab is a producer-led, real-world research network that measures and maps soil carbon to support data-driven regenerative…