Lakeland Agricultural Research Association

11/05/2026

Every good idea starts somewhere, and sometimes the best ones come straight from the people we're here to support!

Whether it's a research topic you've been curious about, a workshop you'd love to attend or a resource that would make life a little easier, we want to know.

Take a few minutes to fill out our 2026 LARA Survey. As a thank-you, you'll also be entered for a chance to win a $200 Co-op gift card!

Click the link below to have your say!

https://us19.list-manage.com/survey?u=c42fad4a3471e4c3f7409efe0&id=55eb194753&attribution=false

11/04/2026

That bale looks good… but what’s REALLY inside?

You can judge a bale by its colour, smell and appearance… but can you tell how much protein, fiber or mositure it contains just by looking at it?

Spoiler alert: your hay isn’t giving away all its secrets that easily!

Feed testing takes the guesswork out of feeding. Knowing what’s in your hay helps you balance rations, make informed supplementation decisions and get the most out of the feed you already have.

And here’s some good news for local producers!

If you live in the Municipal District of Bonnyville or County of St. Paul No. 19, you can receive 2 FREE feed tests per year through LARA!

Need a bale probe to collect your sample? You can borrow one from us, free of charge!

Give the LARA office a call at 780-826-7260 to learn more.

Don't guess. Test it!

11/03/2026

You’re not alone. 💛

Farming can bring tough seasons, big challenges and plenty of things we don’t always talk about.

That's why Weather the Storm matters. Join us and High Heels and Canola Fields next week for an evening focused on resilience, connection and mental well-being in agriculture.

📅 November 10
📍 Flat Lake Hall
🥂 Refreshments at 5:30 PM
🍽️ Supper at 6:30 PM

FREE for LARA members (Municipal District of Bonnyville and County of St. Paul No. 19 residents)
$40 for non-members

Register at laraonline.ca!

11/02/2026

We have a winner!

A big congratulations to Lisa Pelchat, our Show Us Your Season photo contest winner!

Thank you to everyone who shared a little glimpse of their season with us. From seeding and harvest to cattle, crops and everything in between, we loved seeing the Lakeland through your lens!

Lisa, check your inbox for how you can get your swag! And thanks again to everyone who joined in!! And thanks again to everyone who joined in!

11/02/2026

Fall cleanup isn’t just about the leaves!

Have you checked your trees for black knot yet?

Those dark, crusty growths might look harmless but this fungal disease can weaken branches, spread to healthy trees and cause serious damage if left unmanaged.

Here’s your black knot checklist:

🔎 CHECK: Inspect your chokecherry, mayday, Canada plum, pin cherry and Nanking cherry trees for swollen black growths, especially in late fall when the leaves are gone.

✂️ CUT: Now, before Easter, prune infected branches well below the visible knot.

🧼 STERILIZE: Sterilize tools between cuts to avoid spreading spores.

🔥 DISPOSE: Never leave infected branches piled nearby. Burn, put sealed in landfill or bury them deep.

A little attention now can help you spot trouble early and plan ahead for pruning season!

10/30/2026

Hail 1. Greenhouse 0… or so we thought!

All those summer hailstorms left our greenhouse looking like it had been caught in the crossfire!

After taking a beating from the weather, several panels needed replacing, so our team rolled up their sleeves last Wednesday and Thursday to get the job done before the rain and snow arrived!

No instructions. No step-by-step guide. Just a little logic, a lot of teamwork, and a can-do attitude.

Because when something needs fixing, the LARA team rolls up their sleeves and figures it out!

10/29/2026

Only a few days left to show us your season!

📸 SHOW US YOUR SEASON! 🌾🚜

The season is winding down, and we want to see it through your lens!

We know you’ve got them — the sunset you had to stop for, the ridiculously good crop shot, the cute calf, the harvest action shot, the muddy-boot moment, or that completely random photo that somehow sums up the whole season.

Drop your favourite season photos in the comments below for a chance to win some LARA swag!

No professional photography skills required. No fancy camera required. Just your favourite moments from the year.

Enter by October 31, 2026.

And yes… scrolling through 4,000 photos on your phone does count as productive work. 😉

10/29/2026

We look after the herd. But who’s looking after you?

Between early mornings, long days, unpredictable weather and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to put yourself at the bottom of the list. But taking care of yourself matters, too!

That’s what Weather the Storm is all about. Real conversations, building resilience and recognizing that even the toughest farmers don’t have to go it alone.

Join High Heels and Canola Fields and LARA for an evening focused on mental well-being in agriculture. Come for the connection, stay for the conversation, and leave knowing you’re part of a community that gets it.

📅 November 10, 2026
📍 Flat Lake Hall
Refreshments at 5:30 PM | Supper at 6:30 PM
FREE for LARA members (residents of Municipal District of Bonnyville and of St. Paul No. 19)
$40 for non-members

Let’s look after each other, on and off the farm.

Register at laraonline.ca

10/28/2026

Time to get those ideas growing!

If you could add one thing to LARA"S lineup, what would it be? A new kind of workshop, a research topic you're curious about, more resources, or something we haven't even thought of yet?

We're all ears...and your ideas could come with a little bonus!

Complete our 2026 LARA Survey for your chance to win a $200 Co-op gift card!

Click the link below to share your ideas and help us grow what's next!

https://us19.list-manage.com/survey?u=c42fad4a3471e4c3f7409efe0&id=55eb194753&attribution=false

10/27/2026

The boots are optional. The hoodie? Highly encouraged.

We’re bringing a little extra WIR spirit to this year’s Women in Ranching Workshop! And yes, you can get your hands on one of these cozy hoodies!

$45 each
Chocolate Brown or Cream
Add a hoodie preorder when you purchase your workshop ticket!

But don’t mosey on this one… orders close December 30! Get your ticket, pick your colour, and get ready to be the coziest cowgirl in the room.

📅 January 21, 2027
📍 St. Paul Ag Corral & Rec Centre
$20 LARA members | $40 non members
Register now at laraonline.ca!

Now the big question… Team Chocolate Brown or Team Cream?

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