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SUMMARY:Environmental Farm Plan Workshops - Bellis
DESCRIPTION:Did You Know? \nEnvironmental Farm Plans (EFP) are required for most agricultural funding opportunities available to Alberta producers\, including the Resilient Agriculture Landscapes Program (RALP). \n  \nJoin the Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) for assistance with starting\, completing or learning more about the benefits of completing an EFP!\nNovember 2\, 2024 @ Fort Kent Community Hall\nNovember 16\, 2024 @ Bellis Hall \nEvents run from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Coffee\, snacks and lunch included! \nFree to attend\, please bring a laptop or tablet. \n  \nCall the LARA office at (780) 826-7260 today to register! \nClick to view event poster
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/environmental-farm-plan-workshops-bellis/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Cow Bytes Ration Balancing Workshop - Fort Kent
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegister early to receive a free copy of CowBytes on a USB drive! \nTo Register Click Here!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/cow-bytes-ration-balancing-workshop-fort-kent/
LOCATION:Fort Kent Community Hall\, 5035 50 St\, Fort Kent\, AB\, T0A 1H0
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241105T163000
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Drone School
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2-day hands-on workshop to elevate your farming with drones!\n\nNovember 4-5\, 2024\n9:00am-4:30pm\n@ Vilna Arena \n1. Fly Safely \nFlight training suitable for complete beginners form first take off to autonomous mapping. \n  \n2. Save Time & Money \nBasic RPAS ground school: air law\, drone systems\, theory of flight\, human factors\, meteorology\, navigation and maintenance. \n  \n3. Fly Legally \nTwo full days of hands-on-learning\, flight practice and real world farm and ranch uses. \n  \n\nRegistration includes: \n\nbinder of learning material\nhands-on learning\naccess to our fleet of drones\nlunches and refreshments\n\n  \nExclusive for Lakeland Agricultural Research Members: use code LARA for $150 off \nRegister by calling (780) 448-7445 or Click Here!\nClick here to view event poster
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/agriculture-drone-school/
LOCATION:Vilna Arena\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241102T120000
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SUMMARY:Environmental Farm Plan Workshops - Fort Kent
DESCRIPTION:Did You Know? \nEnvironmental Farm Plans (EFP) are required for most agricultural funding opportunities available to Alberta producers\, including the Resilient Agriculture Landscapes Program (RALP). \n  \nJoin the Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) for assistance with starting\, completing or learning more about the benefits of completing an EFP!\nNovember 2\, 2024 @ Fort Kent Community Hall\nNovember 16\, 2024 @ Bellis Hall \nEvents run from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Coffee\, snacks and lunch included! \nFree to attend\, please bring a laptop or tablet. \n  \nCall the LARA office at (780) 826-7260 today to register! \nClick to view event poster
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/environmental-farm-plan-workshops/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241029T153000
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CREATED:20240911T164634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T153344Z
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SUMMARY:Cow Bytes Ration Balancing Workshop - Smoky Lake
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegister early to receive your free copy of CowBytes on a USB drive! \nTo register\, Click Here!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/cow-bytes-ration-balancing-workshop-smokey-lake/
LOCATION:Ukrainian National Hall\, Smoky Lake\, 107 Willow Creek Street\, Smoky Lake\, AB\, T0A 3C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241017T200000
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CREATED:20240911T170507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T140914Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Own Microgreens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo register online\, Click Here!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/grow-your-own-microgreens-workshop/
LOCATION:Ardmore Hall\, 4910 50 St\,\, Ardmore\,\, AB\, T0A 0B0
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240806T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240806T190000
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CREATED:20240710T153414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T173221Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul Summer Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nUnfortunately\, due to a number of factors\, we have had to cancel our St. Paul Summer Tour. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/st-paul-summer-tour/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240730T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
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SUMMARY:Smoky Lake Summer Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us as for a gourmet meal and informative networking evening in Smoky Lake! \nWe are pleased to welcome leading agricultural experts\, including: \nDr. Habibur Rahman with the University of Alberta discussing “Genetics & Molecular Breed of Clubroot Resistance” \nTrevor Wallace with the Government of Alberta on the topic of “Manure Applications & Nutrient Management Planning” \nDr. Emma Stephens on “The Economic Considerations of Using Cover Crops” \nWe will be viewing Lakeland Agricultural Research Association’s research site in Smoky Lake County\, that includes: \n\nEvaluating row spacing in inter seeding and intercropping systems for weed management.\nAlberta Regional Variety Trials: Oats\nLetting Biology Work for You: Eco-Tea treatments in Barley and Canola\n\n  \nCall the LARA office at 780-826-7260 or Click Here to register today!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/smokey-lake-summer-tour/
LOCATION:Smokey Lake Agriplex\, 4612 54 Ave\, Smokey Lake\, AB\, T0A 3C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20240710T153041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T173838Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeland Agricultural Research Association Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nDon’t miss out on our annual Summer Field Tour of the Fort Kent Research Farm! Join us for dinner and a fantastic evening on networking. \nWe are pleased to have Dr. Boyd Mori present from the University of Alberta on integrated pest management and Brian Kennedy with Canterra seeds to bring you the latest informatio on new barley vareities! \nWe will be featuring the following trials: \n\nInvestigating the impact of low-growing clovers (white and subterranean clover) and nitrogen rates on silage crop yield\, weed pressure\, cereal leaf disease levels and forage quality.\nImpact of Allelopathic cover crops and its termination method in cash crops grown subsequent season.\nPerformance Evaluation of Two-Row and Six-Row Forage Barley Mixtures\nIntegrated use of organic and inorganic fertilizers for forage barley production in Northeastern Alberta\nAlberta Regional Variety Trials (RVT): Oats and CPSR Wheat\n\n  \nCall the LARA office at (780) 826-7260 or Click Here to register today!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/lakeland-agricultural-research-association-field-tour/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20240614T133314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T192318Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Drone Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n  \nExplore the many ways drones bring value to farms through this ultimate drone showcase with Landview Drones! \n\nBroadcast seeding\nPrecision mapping\nThermal imaging\nLivestock tag reading\nDrone spraying\n\nJuly 24\, 2024\nTandem T Farms \n  \nCall the LARA office at (780) 826-7260 or Click Here to register today!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/agriculture-drone-demo-day/
LOCATION:Smokey Lake County\, Smokey Lake County\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
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SUMMARY:Finding Fairness in Farm Transition
DESCRIPTION:Farm transition is a difficult topic\, but it is a vital one for the long term sustainability of Alberta farms and Ranches. Northeastern Alberta is heavily dependent on agricultural production\, but over the last 20 years\, the number of active farmers in Alberta has dropped significantly while the average age of farmers has risen. Farm succession planning can be a significant source of stress on the farm and only 14% of farm families have a written succession plan. \nA transition plan that allows the current generation to step back from the day to day operations but not step out\, helps give founders and the next generation of farmers a clear path forward. It allows the farm family to move away from anxiety and overwhelm enabling them to chart a harmonious path forward to sustainability and increased profitability. \nLakeland Agricultural Research Association (LARA) is proud to be hosting Canada’s Farm Whisperer Elaine Froese to present her famous “Finding Fairness in Farm Transition” workshop. Through this workshop\, Elaine will give attendees tips and pointers for successfully working through the ‘undiscussable.’ Elaine is the go-to expert for farm families who want better communication and conflict resolution to secure a successful farm transition. \n  \nFAIR = Financial Transparency | Attitude | Intent | Roles \nWhat do you want your legacy to be? In this one-day workshop\, Elaine will work through considerations around: \nFinancial Transparency \n\nParents/founders are clear and sharing their desires for the future and their personal wealth situation.\nOpenly share the farm books and farm viability.\nDebt servicing – how much can the next generation really afford to service?\nWhat assets would be gifted\, rolled over or purchased?\nDoes your successor(s) want to farm with their siblings?\nHow will non-farming heirs be treated?\nRemember money does not equal love.\nWhat do parents owe their children?\n\nAttitude  \n\nWhat money scripts are you carrying around?\nDo you have a scarcity or abundance mindset?\nWhat does money mean to you?\nValues\, cherished beliefs will form the perspective from which you come to the discussions.\nEvery family member has a different relationship and history with money. It is important to speak about and understand those relationships to have more productive conversations.\nListen to the women’s stories in relationship to their farming siblings.\n\nIntent \n\nIntent is key for conflict resolution.\nWhat is each person’s intent\, what do they truly desire?\nIn farm transition there are many players\, founders\, successors\, non-farming heirs\, sibling groups\, in-laws and extended family including grandparents.\nWorking on the founder’s vision to ensure clarity around defining fairness.\nActively listening to all members intentions gaining clarity.\n\nRoles  \n\nRole expectations need to be clear for all generations.\nWhen do roles shift in the transition process?\nIs it fair (or reasonable) for an 80-year-old to be the majority shareholder with veto power?\nIs it fair for a 60-year-old next gen to have no power?\n\n  \n  \nSuccession Planning Resources\nSee below for some great resources to get you started on your farm succession planning journey. \n         \nFarm Family Harmony Podcast                               The Farm Transition Journey \n  \n  \nRegistration Details\nDon’t miss this opportunity to see Canada’s Farm Whisperer Elaine Froese in her famous one-day workshop “Finding Fairness in Farm Transition.” \nEarly-bird registration $55.00 per ticker. Deadline November 15\, 2023. \nRegular ticker price $65.00 per ticket. Deadline November 28\, 2023. \n  \nRegister by call (780) 826-7260 or click here. \n  \n  \nThank you to our partners and sponsors\n                     
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/finding-fairness-in-farm-transition/
LOCATION:Smoky Lake Agriplex\, 4612 54 Ave\, Smoky Lake\, Alberta\, T0A 3C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
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SUMMARY:Summer Field Days - Lac La Biche
DESCRIPTION:Research Trials and presentations include cover crop demonstrations for the Lakeland Region. Featuring a presentation from Livestock Gentec.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/summer-field-days-lac-la-biche/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230803
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SUMMARY:Summer Field Days - Smokey Lake
DESCRIPTION:Research trials and presentations include Regional Silage Trial Cereals\, Regional Variety Trial Oats.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/summer-field-days-smokey-lake/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230728
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230705T193112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T160909Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Field Days - Fort Kent
DESCRIPTION:Research trials and presentations include Cover Crop mixes for the Lakeland and Regional Variety Trial Cereals. Featuring a live drone spraying demonstration with Landview Drones.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/summer-field-days-fort-kent/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230726
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SUMMARY:St. Paul Summer Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Research trials and presentations include Regional Variety Trial Cereals\, Regional Variety Trial Pulses. Featuring a discussion with SeCan’s Trent Whiting on new cereal varieties.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/summer-field-days-st-paul/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230621T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230518T203639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T203859Z
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SUMMARY:Grazing School With Greg Judy
DESCRIPTION:June 21st from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM \nFort Kent Community Centre with Pasture Walk at Charlotte Lake Farms \nImprove profitability and expand your knowledge! With time for questions\, in the morning Greg will share his expertise in Thinking Like a Grazier\, share tips for Fencing and Watering\, and explain how he maximizes profits by Focusing on Daily Performance. After a fantastic lunch (provided) we’ll be heading out into the pasture. See firsthand some tricks for fencing. See for yourself how grazing management can change your soil health. Be surrounded by good grass. \nGreg runs Green Pastures Farm\, a grazing operation in Missouri spread over several farms\, and teaches across North America\, parts of Europe and New Zealand. He has written 3 books and has his own YouTube channel (Greg Judy Regenerative Rancher @gregjudyregenerativerancher). He has decades of experience finishing cattle on grass while creating healthy soil and groundwater with flourishing wildlife habitats. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/grazing-school-with-greg-judy/
LOCATION:Fort Kent Senirors Hall\, 5035 50 St\, Fort Kent\, AB\, T0A 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230331T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230209T231241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T231241Z
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SUMMARY:Drone School
DESCRIPTION:AG Drone School | March 30 & 31st | Ashmont Agriplex \nSee Your Farm In A New Light \nTwo full days of instruction to be able to fly safely and legally. After the two days you can take the Transport Canada’s test and leave with your Basic Pilot’s Certificate. \nThis school can help you save time and money by learning the different ways drones can be used on your operation from mapping\, learn about the possibilities of spraying and fertilizing\, herd checks and so much more! \nCost: $490 for the two days and learning materials OR $590 for an inclusion of a DJI Tello drone for you to keep and practice on \nTo Register: go to https://www.landviewdrones.com/school or call 780-448-7445
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/drone-school/
LOCATION:Ashmonst Agriplex\, Agriplex Road\, Ashmont\, Alberta\, T0A0C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230306T201234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T201505Z
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SUMMARY:LARA AGM and Research Update
DESCRIPTION:Join us March 14th at the Spedden Hall for our Research Update and AGM \nDoors open at 4:30\, Supper is included with registration. \nTo register call 780-826-7260 or email sustainag@laraonline.ca \n 
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/lara-agm-and-research-update/
LOCATION:Spedden Hall\, Spedden\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230215T220538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T220538Z
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SUMMARY:OFCAF Info Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our OFCAF Drop In Sessions \nOFCAF Applications Open Feb 13\, 2023\n$75\,000 per producer available at an 85% cost share towards implementing new best management practices on your farm in the realms of nitrogen management\, cover crops and rotational grazing. \nCome to our drop in information sessions to learn more\, or receive assistance to apply.\nHere are 4 important steps to take before you apply online to help you get ready to submit your application in February:\n1. Review the OFCAF Program Guide\n2. Have your quotes for eligible costs ready to submit\n3. Provide aerial photos of your land to show BMP areas\n4. Finally you need a P.Ag (professional agrologist) to sign off on your plan prior to submission. We at LARA can provide that.\nOnce these steps are complete\, you are ready to submit your online application using ARGO\, RDAR’s grant management portal. For more info go to: https://rdar.ca/ofcaf/ \n  \nDrop In Sessions: \nFebruary 21 from 1-4 PM in St. Paul office (across from St. Paul Seed Cleaning Plant) \nFebruary 22 from 2:30 to 4 PM at the Fort Kent Office \nFebruary 28th from 10AM to 3 PM at the Smoky Lake County Office \nMarch 1st from 1-4 PM at the Lac La Biche County Office (on HWY 881)
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/ofcaf-info-sessions/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20230209T195944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T195944Z
UID:1122-1676379600-1676388600@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee Shop with Dr. Kris Nichols
DESCRIPTION:This Valentine’s Day show a little love for soils and attend this informal coffee shop talk with Dr. Kris Nichols. Have all your soil questions answered and listen to the discussion with like-minded producers. \n  \nThe morning will have a session on the Regenerative Agriculture Living Labs (RA-LL) with Kim Cornish from Food Water Wellness Foundation and Dr. Kris Nichols.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/coffee-shop-with-dr-kris-nichols/
LOCATION:Mallaig Unity Hall\, Park Ave #3009\, Mallaig\, Alberta\, T0A 2K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221216T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220926T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T195720Z
UID:1078-1671184800-1671208200@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:From The Ground Up
DESCRIPTION:Growing Profit From The Ground Up \nThese soil guru’s will get you to look down and dirty at your soil\, and find ways to improve your soil health and overall farm productivity to grow your profit from the ground up. \nJoin us for a day of learning with amazing guest speakers: Jay Fuhrer\, Jimmy Emmons and Dr. Kris Nichols.  \nDecember 16th at Flat Lake Hall.  \n10 AM \nCost $40 (payable by cash or cheque at the door or by credit card on eventbrite) \nLunch included with registration. \n 
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/from-the-ground-up/
LOCATION:Flat Lake Hall
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20221027T195030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T195042Z
UID:1094-1669197600-1669222800@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Innovation On The Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of learning how new technologies and livestock innovations can help you increase profitability and efficiencies on your operation.  The day will feature speakers including: Dr. Ed Bork\, Dr. Susan Markus\, Dr. Brenda Ralston\, Andrea Hanson\, Neil Thorsteinson\, Dr. John McKinnon\, Landview Drones\, Livestock Gentec\, CAP Solar and more! \nThe day will have booths\, so you can get your hands on the products and learn all about precision ranching\, tools for the ranch and herd health innovations. \nNovember 23rd at the Ashmont Agriplex \n10 Am \nCost: $10 (cash or cheque at the door or payable on Eventbrite by credit card) \nTo register call 780-826-7260 email sustainag@laraonline.ca \nor go to: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/innovation-on-the-ranch-tickets-427451367547
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/innovation-on-the-ranch/
LOCATION:Ashmonst Agriplex\, Agriplex Road\, Ashmont\, Alberta\, T0A0C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220926T210431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T200029Z
UID:1076-1668792600-1668808800@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Young Farmer Social
DESCRIPTION:Lakeland Agricultural Research Association invites Young Farmers for a night of great food\, networking and a special presentation from Lesley Kelly.  \n Lesley\, the head and heart behind “High Heels and Canola Fields” will share how she found her voice online\, at the farm and industry table and how others can find their seat at the table too. Or\, how you can make your own table. She will tie all the lessons together with something that we all need and want and that will help each other through hard and good times: Connection. In this presentation\, she will share examples of building a snack food company\, a communications company\, High Heels and Canola Fields\, co-founding the Do More Agriculture Foundation\, creating her role on the farm both before and after her father’s passing. Along with leadership lessons and inspiration that you can walk away with and apply within your own families\, communities and businesses to help creative positive change. \nNovember 18\, 2022 \nDoors Open at 5:30 \nSupper at 6:30 \nTo register call 780-826-7260 \n 
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/young-farmer-social/
LOCATION:Ashmonst Agriplex\, Agriplex Road\, Ashmont\, Alberta\, T0A0C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220926T205436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T195926Z
UID:1074-1668708000-1668720600@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:When Stress is More Than a Season - Lesley Kelly
DESCRIPTION:Farming can be both a rewarding and demanding occupation where farmers experience highs and lows and mounting stress. Everyone feels stress and there can be lots of negative stress on the farm. As farmers\, we know how to recognize stress in our livestock\, crops\, and equipment. But do we know how to recognize when stress is too much for us and what we can do to help get through those stressful times? \nIn this presentation\, Lesley will share 5 tips using her “Weather the STORM” strategy and the things she’s learned that have helped her family and farm get through stressful times such as: \n– S – Stress: What stress is and the signs and symptoms to watch out for \n– T – Take Action: How to recognize and ask yourself when stress is too much; and knowing that your stress is real but it may be different to what someone else is going through \n– O – Open Communication: How our farm overcame the stresses together through communication and how to talk about mental health on the farm and in agriculture. \n– R – Relationships: What to do when stress from the farm and relationships spill over into each other and can impact our relationships and potentially\, the farm \n– M – Management: Stress management tips and tools to help yourself and others when stress is high and immediate and long term strategies \n  \nJoin us November 17th at the Ashmont Agriplex for Supper at 6:30 with Lesley’s presentation to follow. \nTo register call the LARA office at 780-826-7260
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/when-stress-is-more-than-a-season-lesley-kelly/
LOCATION:Ashmonst Agriplex\, Agriplex Road\, Ashmont\, Alberta\, T0A0C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20221027T192713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T192713Z
UID:1089-1668592800-1668610800@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Connect For Food
DESCRIPTION:Love local food\, and want to be part of building a sustainable\, secure local food economy? Check out the new initiative called Connect for Food\, which is currently delivering several workshops in NE Alberta. With the theme ‘grow what we eat\, eat what we grow’\, the goal of these workshop is to build a more localized and resilient food system and to increase economic activity in our communities.\n\n\nWe believe that we are all stakeholders and that being better connected and sharing ideas and solutions is the way to change the way we think about our food system. A priority for these workshops is that they are inclusive and are designed to ensure an environment that supports learning and diverse perspectives from participants. If you are part of the wheel\, then these workshops are for you!\n\n\nUpcoming dates include:\nNovember 8th in Ardmore\nNovember 16th in Lac La Biche\n\n\nFor more information\, additional dates or to register go to connectforfood.ca
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/connect-for-food/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220926T212623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T212642Z
UID:1080-1666774800-1666801800@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:COWBYTES WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of CowBytes and key principles of ration balancing with Ruminant Nutritionist Barry Yaremcio. \nBring your laptop (if possible) and join us for a day of hands-on training using CowBytes beef ration balancing program. We will be going through step-by-step instructions for the computer-based  cattle ration tool. \nIf you do not have the CowBytes program please arrive at 8:30 and we will install the program on your computer prior to the workshop. Computers must have a Windows operating system to run CowBytes. If you don’t have a laptop please let us know so we can try to provide one for the day. \nTo register call (780) 826-7260 or email forage@laraonline.ca \nBring your feed test results to build a ration based on your own herd and feed!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/cowbytes-workshop/
LOCATION:Goodridge Hall\, 49531 Township Road 624\, Goodridge\, Alberta\, T0A 1S0
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220719T232721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T232745Z
UID:1060-1660640400-1660662000@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Jimmy Emmons: Long Live The Soil!
DESCRIPTION:Jimmy is the third generation on his family farm in Oklahoma. He and his wife Ginger have been farming and ranching together since 1980. They have a diverse 2000 acre cropping operation growing wheat\, soybeans\, sunflowers\, alfalfa hay\, canola\, and several cover crops for seed. They also have a 250 cow/calf herd and take in yearling cattle for custom grazing on the nearly 6000 acres of native range. \nJimmy quit plowing 10 years ago to begin rebuilding his soils and says by adding diverse cover crop mixes to his operation over the same period he’s cut his farm’s overall purchased fertilizer use by 85%. He loves to share his passion for soil health. “I really think we have got to get them to understand that the health of our soil is like the health of our bodies. If you have high blood pressure or cholesterol\, you can go on and on and we still function but we don’t function at our full capacity\,” Mr. Emmons says. “It’s the same way with soil. If it’s not healthy\, it may be functioning and growing a crop—but not to its full capability.” \nJimmy is committed to improving the soil resources on his land\, and hopes others will follow suit—not just for the sake of the resources\, but also for the sake of their farming operations. From a business perspective\, Mr. Emmons believes improving soil health will improve his businesses’ bottom line. “I’m very passionate about getting to the next level of production.” \nJoin us August 16th for a day to get dirty as a portion of the day will be in field. Come dressed for the weather.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/jimmy-emmons-long-live-the-soil/
LOCATION:Fort Kent Senirors Hall\, 5035 50 St\, Fort Kent\, AB\, T0A 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220706T220319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T220319Z
UID:1052-1660132800-1660147200@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Smoky Lake Summer Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us August 10 at the Smoky Lake Agriplex from Noon to 4 PM. \nCome learn about annual forage opportunities for livestock\, industrial hemp\, and impacts of top dressing nitrogen on spring wheat. Increase your understanding of crop diagnostics through a hands-on discussion for identifying and treating common crop issues including herbicide residues\, spray drift\, nutrient deficiencies and more!
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/smoky-lake-summer-field-tour/
LOCATION:Smoky Lake Agriplex\, 4612 54 Ave\, Smoky Lake\, Alberta\, T0A 3C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220706T213828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T214100Z
UID:1050-1659628800-1659643200@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:St. Paul Summer Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us August 4th from 4 PM to 8 PM at the St. Paul Municipal Seed Cleaning Plant for our summer field day! \nHear from our guest presenter Trent Whiting from SeCan. \nFeatured trials include: \n\nRegional Variety Trials\nImpact of ESN on spring wheat and barley\nAlternative Forages\nIntercropping pulses and cereals for silage and grazing\n\nFREE BBQ supper included with registration by calling 780-826-7260 or email cropping@laraonline.ca
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/st-paul-summer-field-day/
LOCATION:St. Paul Seed Cleaning Plant\, 1.5 m North of St. Paul on Hwy 881\, St. Paul\, Alberta\, T0A 3A0
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220727T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T044831
CREATED:20220706T213014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T213014Z
UID:1048-1658916000-1658934000@laraonline.ca
SUMMARY:Lac La Biche Summer Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us July 27th at Craigend Hall for the Lac La Biche Summer Field Day! \n10 AM to 3 PM with lunch included in registration! \nGrant Lastiwka will be joining us to talk about perennial forages response to drought and extreme heat with strategies to recover from last years growing conditions to aid plant recovery.  Grant has worked in Central Alberta with Alberta Agriculture in varying roles: Forages/Grazing/Livestock/Economics Extension for over 30 years. Those efforts are almost always related to trying to realize the value from seizing the opportunity of managing forages and grasslands to be a highly productive crop. His forage management thought is from the plant\, to the soil\, to the livestock\, to the people\, and to the consumer. \nAlso included in the day will be a plot tour of the impact of seeding rate and depth on canola production.
URL:https://laraonline.ca/event/lac-la-biche-summer-field-day/
LOCATION:Craigend Hall\, 65038 Range Road 134\, Lac La Biche\, Alberta\, T0A 2C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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