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Unbiased, third-party research develops regional knowledge for crop inputs and varieties to provide companies and farmers alike with confidence. Trevor Deering leads the Commercial Innovation team at Farming Smarter to champion this research throughout southern Alberta.
Farming Smarter dedicates the future of agriculture advancements to people-focused strategies. The southern Alberta-based research organization returns to the roots of the industry, bringing people to the forefront of learning and growth.
Alberta Agriculture & Irrigation announced a $3.2-million capital grant for research associations throughout the province to expand their capacity through capital purchases. Minister RJ Sigurdson made the announcement to a crowd of industry members at Farming Smarter's Field School, June 25.
Farming Smarter's 2025 Field School connects producers and agronomists with opportunities to sharpen their agronomic knowledge on June 25 & 26. This event is one of Alberta's most valuable crop learning experiences with hands-on demos, research updates, and practical takeaways over two great days.
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A great opportunity for southern Alberta's agriculture community to come together and share knowledge, brainstorm ideas, and make connections. Plus, you can listen to our experts share updates on Farming Smarter's research from this year!
After finishing his Nuffield Scholarship journey, Ken Coles returned to Alberta to share the keys to success he discovered at agricultural organizations around the world. Successful policy for the industry begins with the crucial element - the people!
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This project sets out to find the effects of rolling barley at various stages of crop growth and to recommend best management practices for successful crop growth and yield.
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We're done rolling for our Rolling Cereals trial, finishing with the most interesting year yet. Rain, heat, and more rain have created new obstacles and opportunities for the team!
With over three quarters of its 173 trials harvested, Farming Smarter expects to complete harvest by the second week of Sept except silage and grain corn trials.
Sugar beet growing regions went from across the prairies to now only Ontario and southern Alberta. Now, Farming Smarter aims to identify the best management practices for the crop so producers can optimize and enhance their operations.
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Farming Smarter invites you on the agricultural trip of a lifetime to Australia and New Zealand in January 2026! Join us for two weeks, visiting research stations, agribusinesses, and farms along with the best tourism spots in each country.
A great opportunity for southern Alberta's agriculture community to come together and share knowledge, brainstorm ideas, and make connections. Plus, you can listen to our experts share updates on Farming Smarter's research from this year!
Tackle challenges and explore opportunities to improve soil conservation & reduce erosion. Join Farming Smarter Agronomy Battles for an exclusive conversation with a community of innovators, experts, and leaders at this subscriber-only event!