Boost soil health through cover cropping, composting, and minimal tillage to promote nutrient cycling and microbial activity. Implement integrated pest management strategies like crop rotation, intercropping, and beneficial insect habitats to control pests and diseases naturally. Conserve water by using drip irrigation, mulching, and selecting drought-resistant crop varieties suited to Alberta’s climate. Manage livestock holistically with rotational grazing, pasture diversity, and animal welfare practices that enhance soil fertility and biodiversity.
Building Healthy Soil
Crop Rotation
Crop rotation is a …

Utilize cover crops to protect and enrich soil, suppress weeds, and reduce erosion through organic no-till farming practices. Implement crop rotation to break pest and disease cycles, improve nutrient balance, and boost yields. Harness beneficial insects and companion planting to control pests and promote pollination, key strategies for sustainable agriculture in Alberta. …