At the recent Environmental Farm Plan Technicians Day, Jennifer Otani from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada shared updates from the Prairie Pest Monitoring Network — a prairie-wide effort that tracks major crop pests and provides free resources to help producers make informed, sustainable pest management decisions.

Recycling ag plastics doesn’t have to be complicated. Through Cleanfarms’ Alberta programs, farmers can recycle grain bags, baler twine, and more — turning farm waste into useful products instead of burn piles. Inspired by our What a Waste seminar, this article shares where to find your nearest collection site, easy first steps from APRG’s Assar Grinde, and tips to make plastic recycling part of your operation.