Accelerate Weekly #89
Accelerate Weekly – Issue 89 (Week of September 8, 2025)
The final Breakfast Plot Tour of the season wrapped up in Brazeau County, and our team is already preparing for a full lineup of winter events and learning opportunities.
In this issue:
Agricultural Plastics – Alberta pilot programs are testing ways to recycle farm plastics. Learn how to keep materials clean and dry for easier recycling, and join the “What a Waste” seminar on September 17 for practical solutions with APRG Chair Assar Grinde.
Digging Deeper Recap – Producers explored drought resilience and soil health at our Brazeau plot tour. Highlights included soil test benchmarks from A&L Labs and hands-on demonstrations from Regenerative Alberta Living Lab.
Upcoming Event – Don’t miss the What a Waste seminar & webinar on September 17 in Woodlands County or online, featuring carcass management, plastic solutions, and wildlife conflict reduction.
Fuel for the Field – A hearty “Cattleman Approved Steak Wraps” recipe, perfect for long harvest days.
Newsworthy Shares – Articles on the need for reliable rail service for grain farmers, and the story of a tech pioneer who helped shape modern farm machinery.
Community Shoutouts – Local events include the Agriculture Producer Appreciation & ALUS 10-Year Anniversary in Breton (Sept. 12), and a Shelterbelt Planning & Fall Tree Care Workshop (Sept. 10).
Producer Resources – Alberta Lamb Producers’ Targeted Grazing Course starts September 15, offering strategies for managing vegetation with sheep and goats.
