Community-supported agriculture (CSA) revolutionizes the traditional food system by creating direct partnerships between local farmers and consumers. In this unique agricultural model, members invest in a farm’s seasonal harvest upfront, sharing both the rewards and risks of food production with their farmer. Beyond mere transactions, CSA programs build resilient local food networks across Alberta’s diverse agricultural landscape, connecting urban families with rural producers through weekly shares of fresh, seasonal produce.
This innovative approach to farming emerged in the 1960s and has evolved into a powerful tool …

In the heart of Alberta’s evolving agricultural landscape, vertical farming technology stands as a revolutionary solution to our growing food security challenges. By stacking crops in controlled environments, these sophisticated systems produce up to 350% more yield per square meter than traditional farming methods, while using 95% less water and eliminating the need for pesticides.
Canadian farmers are increasingly turning to vertical farming as a year-round growing solution, particularly vital in our northern climate where traditional growing seasons are limited. From Edmonton to Calgary, innovative agricultural operations …