In this week’s Accelerate Newsletter, we recap an exciting day at Chip Lake with 80 kids exploring soil and water conservation during Pond Days. Plus, meet Maya Baldwin, a University of Alberta student passionate about sustainable agriculture, and catch up on the latest UFA podcast episode discussing how tariffs impact the ag industry. Also featured: DIY bee box instructions, community shoutouts, and timely news updates.

This edition features the launch of a new soil health trial in Wildwood, hands-on learning at local Pond Days, and a recap of the Inventures Conference. Plus: a call to action for the AquaHacking Prairies Challenge, upcoming workshops, and community events in regenerative agriculture and livestock health.

This edition highlights a new project on drought-tolerant forages, a practical fact sheet on cattle bloat, pasture nutrition insights, and opportunities for young ranchers to connect. Plus: community events, research shares, and ag updates across West-Central Alberta.

This week spotlights a 2025 weed suppression trial in Lac Ste. Anne, celebrates Sheri Strydhorst as a Women in Ag award recipient, shares a new UFA podcast on GMOs, and highlights youth ag events and notable reads from Alberta producers.

Discover insights from the 2024 producer-led corn nitrogen trial, upcoming youth-focused agricultural events, and expert discussions on root senescence and chicory's antiparasitic properties.

Explore the latest in sustainable agriculture: insights from the 2024 Aeration Project in Yellowhead County, expert analysis on greenhouse gas emissions by Graham Gilchrist, and an invitation to participate in the Q2 Forage Survey.

Features updates on the PolyCrop Soil Health Project, introduces new board member Tamara Salmon, and invites producers to share input in the Q2 Forage Cost Survey. Plus, explore insights on chicory for parasite control and heifer selection strategies.

Accelerate Weekly- Week 69:
2024 Corn Evaluation Trail Reports, New Board members, and Current Drought Conditions

Accelerate Weekly keeps Alberta producers informed with the latest agricultural events, industry insights, and sustainability initiatives. Stay ahead with updates on the Dugout Info Webinar Series and Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) sessions in Brazeau and Barrhead counties. Explore cutting-edge practices at the Western Canada Conference on Soil Health & Grazing, and get inspired by industry leaders like Tracey Robertson, a board director dedicated to sustainable farming.

This edition also dives into newsworthy topics, including the role of Alberta soil fungi in regenerative agriculture and the rise of automated sheep systems to improve efficiency. Plus, don't miss the opportunity to renew your 2024 membership and take part in local workshops designed to help you build a more resilient operation.

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The newsletter by Farming Forward highlights upcoming agricultural events, including a Dugout Info Webinar Series and Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) sessions in Brazeau and Barrhead counties. It promotes the Western Canada Conference on Soil Health & Grazing and features Tracey Robertson, a board director passionate about sustainable farming. Newsworthy shares include topics on Alberta soil fungi and automated sheep systems. The newsletter also encourages 2024 membership and participation in local workshops. Let me know if you need a deeper dive into any section!