Farming Forward - WCFA

10/15/2026

Some of the best farm ideas start with “Have you ever tried…?” 🌱

Find out where those conversations take you at Gathering Ground! Join keynote speaker Jay Fuhrer and explore heifer selection, forage tests and feeding decisions, and soil biology with our breakout speakers.

There’s also a trade show, lots of good food and time to visit with other producers. Bring your questions and your farm team!

Saturday, November 7 | Brightwood Ranch near Evansburg

Only 40 tickets left! Ticket sales close October 30, so save your spot:
https://www.farmingforward.ca/events/gathering-ground

More details following soon

10/15/2026

Yield and feed quality only tell part of the story. In the second video of our three-part series, Dr. Bart Lardner shares what research has revealed about how cattle actually use corn—and what producers may miss by looking at the numbers alone.

10/13/2026

A day off the farm with plenty to bring back to it.

Join us for Gathering Ground on Saturday, November 7 at Brightwood Ranch near Evansburg! Hear from Jay Fuhrer, work through practical breakout sessions on heifer selection, feeding decisions and soil biology, and put your farm knowledge to the test in the Gauntlet.

Add in a trade show, lots of good food and conversations with other producers, and you’ve got a full Saturday lined up!

Register now: https://www.farmingforward.ca/events/gathering-ground

10/13/2026

🌾 Dive into forage management with Laura at Gathering Ground on Nov 7! Don't miss out!
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Email from Farming Forward     Issue 146- Week of October 12, 2026     Hi Friend  We’re sharing another piece of the Gathering Ground lineup this week, and this one is all about making sense of your

10/10/2026

Step up to contribute to Lac Ste. Anne's ASB 🌾

🚜 Have a voice in the future of local agriculture!

Lac Ste. Anne County is seeking passionate residents and agricultural landowners to serve as Members-at-Large on our Agricultural Service Board (ASB).

If you care about farming, rural development, and local agricultural policy, this is your opportunity to bring your practical knowledge and grassroots perspective directly to County Council.

Role Details:
• Impact: Advise Council on agricultural policies, program evaluations, and industry advocacy.
• Commitment: A minimum of 4 meetings per year (scheduled quarterly).
• Term: 3-year appointment (staggered for board continuity).
• Eligibility: Must reside or own property within Lac Ste. Anne County throughout your term.

Council aims to ensure representation across the County's diverse geographic regions, so voices from all corners of our municipality are heard.

👉 Learn more and apply today: LSAC.ca/asb

10/10/2026

Are you snowed out today? Come down to the Diamond Centre in Mayerthorpe. We are on location of the Mayerthorpe Agri-Food Development Day with vendors, speakers and lots of FREE giveaways!
No admission fee and bring the family! Open 10-4.
Come say hi at the Farming Forward - WCFA booth!

10/08/2026

The Gathering Ground lineup is here! 🙌

Jay Fuhrer, the Heifer Select Team, Laura with Blue Rock Nutrition, and Dr. Derek MacKenzie are joining us for a day of learning about your cattle, your feed and the life in your soil.

Add in the Gauntlet, a trade show, good conversations with other producers, and lots of good food and snacks, and we’ve got a full day planned!

Join us Saturday, November 7 at Brightwood Ranch near Evansburg. Bring your farm team and get registered!

https://www.farmingforward.ca/events/gathering-ground

10/08/2026

Looking to start or update your Environmental Farm Plan? We have three upcoming EFP workshops!

🌱 November 24 — Woodlands County
🌱 November 26 — Lac Ste. Anne County
🌱 December 2 — Yellowhead County

All workshops run from 1–4 p.m.

Set aside some time to work on your plan, ask questions and get help along the way with an EFP Technician. Whether you’re starting fresh or updating an existing EFP, we’d love to see you there!

Find details and register: https://www.farmingforward.ca/events

10/07/2026

A big corn crop can look impressive, but yield is only part of the equation when that crop is destined for cattle feed.

In the first video of our three-part series, Dr. Bart Lardner explains what producers should consider when growing corn for cattle and why the highest-yielding option may not always deliver the best overall value.

10/05/2026

You paid for the forage test. Are you getting your money’s worth from the results?

We’re excited to welcome Laura from Blue Rock Animal Nutrition to Gathering Ground! This hands-on session will help producers turn forage test results into practical feeding decisions. Participants will work through a forage analysis and feeding scenario to identify key numbers, recognize potential concerns, assess supplementation needs, and determine how they would adjust their feeding program based on the results.

November 7 at Brightwood Ranch near Evansburg.
Register now at https://www.farmingforward.ca/events/gathering-ground