Harness the power of your soil to combat climate change and enhance your farm’s resilience. By implementing targeted agricultural practices, you can actively sequester atmospheric carbon in your soil, contributing to global efforts to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. This article will guide you through the science behind soil carbon sequestration, practical techniques to maximize its potential on your farm, and methods to monitor and quantify your impact. As an Albertan farmer, you have a unique opportunity to be part of the solution while improving your soil health and productivity. Join the growing community of producers adopting…

Discover the transformative power of Regenerative Organic Certified agriculture – a holistic approach that goes beyond sustainability to actively heal ecosystems, empower farmers, and nourish communities. This innovative certification program combines the best of regenerative organic agriculture practices, focusing on soil health, animal welfare, and social fairness. For Canadian growers, especially those in Alberta, embracing Regenerative Organic Certified methods offers a path to enhanced resilience, profitability, and …

Adopt organic farming standards to ensure sustainable, eco-friendly agricultural practices that prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and the production of nutritious food. Familiarize yourself with the Canadian Organic Standards, which outline principles such as avoiding synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, promoting crop rotation and cover cropping, and maintaining detailed records. Work with a reputable certifying body to develop an organic system plan, implement required …

Regenerate your soil, sequester carbon, and promote biodiversity by adopting organic regenerative farming practices. Implement cover cropping to protect and enrich your soil between cash crop seasons, taking advantage of the benefits for soil health. Incorporate diverse crop rotations, including nitrogen-fixing legumes, to naturally replenish nutrients and break pest cycles. Integrate livestock into your farming system to fertilize pastures, cycle nutrients, and foster a thriving, resilient ecosystem. By embracing these …

Embrace the power of no-till organic vegetable farming and revolutionize your approach to sustainable agriculture. By minimizing soil disturbance, maintaining permanent soil cover, and fostering biodiversity, no-till practices unlock the potential for healthier crops, improved soil health, and a more resilient farming ecosystem. Drawing inspiration from time-honored Indigenous agricultural practices, no-till organic farming empowers Canadian farmers, particularly those in the Alberta region, to …

Implement no-till farming to minimize soil disturbance, reduce erosion, and improve soil health. Plant cover crops to protect and enrich the soil, suppress weeds, and provide forage for livestock. Adopt crop rotation to optimize nutrient cycling, break pest and disease cycles, and increase biodiversity. Utilize precision agriculture technologies like GPS guidance, variable rate application, and remote sensing to optimize inputs and minimize environmental impact.

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Alberta’s environment is at a critical juncture. Decades of oil and gas development, agricultural expansion, and urban sprawl have taken a heavy toll on the province’s natural ecosystems. Wetlands have been drained, forests fragmented, and grasslands plowed under. Species are disappearing at an alarming rate as habitat loss, pollution, and climate change threaten their survival.
Yet amidst this environmental crisis, there is reason for hope. A growing movement of Albertans are standing up to protect the wild spaces and creatures they cherish. Indigenous communities are reclaiming their role as stewards of the land. …