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The Western Grains Research Foundation is providing financial support for a new research facility.

WGRF will contribute $750,000 to the Advanced Agriculture Research Centre of Excellence at SARDA AG Research in Donnelly, AB.

WGRF Board Chair Dr. Keith Degenhardt said SARDA’s research has been benefiting producers in the region for more than 30 years.

“WGRF is excited to contribute to this unique opportunity for SARDA to build a hub in the north for advanced agricultural research,” Degenhardt said.

SARDA Ag Research is a non-profit organization directed by producers from the Municipal Districts of Smoky River, Greenview, Big Lakes County, Northern Sunrise County and the County of Grande Prairie, AB.

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