Dini recently joined Farming Forward as our new Extension & Communications Coordinator. With a background in ag-tech, global farming adventures, and a new sheep farm in Lac Ste. Anne, she’s bringing fresh energy to our team. Get to know her story, her plans for upcoming events, and how to reach out!

Jessica Stambulic has been the Vegetation Management Supervisor for Lac Ste Anne County since 2020, where she plays a vital role in the County’s weed management activities and supports additional programs and activities within LSAC’s Agricultural Department. Jessica’s interest in agriculture began early in her career during her time with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), where she worked as a co-op student at the Agassiz Research and Development Centre in the Minor Use Pesticide Program. She later became a research technician in AAFC's Nutrient and Soil Health Lab, where she discovered her passion for working in a field that supports agricultural producers and promotes sustainable practices.

David Dow grew up and currently resides on a farm his dad bought in 1974. He now farms about 450 acres, along with a cow/ calf operation with 70 head.

In 1987 David Dow started a fertilizer business and it continued for 34 years, having locations in Onoway and Mayerthorpe. They have since sold that business and they have bought Bourkes Farm Equipment (New Holland dealers).

While tending their cow/calf operation they also raised quarter horses for approximately 12 years and had a band of 35 brood mares.

David and his wife proudly have 5 grandchildren and their kids all live nearby.

What specific challenges are you currently facing on your farm that you believe research could address?

With all the information being bombarded at us, I believe research and inquiring about farming products and different approaches are a great help to producers who can get this information from Farming forward 

Industry trends and opportunities: Having Farming Forward gives producers an avenue to do research and get information that has been researched locally and is relevant to our operations.

How do you see the future of agriculture evolving? What are the key trends and opportunities?

Farming Forward should be interested in and always learn about any new trends that interest our membership. We should talk to our members weekly, get suggestions, and ask them questions about trends and new farming industry products and services.