Alberta Forage Industry Network (AFIN) Announces Closure and Transfer of Representation to Agricultural Research & Extension Council of Alberta (ARECA)

The Alberta Forage Industry Network (AFIN) is officially announcing the closure of its operations effective June 30, 2025 as well as the transfer of its responsibilities for representing the Alberta forage industry to the Agricultural Research & Extension Council of Alberta (ARECA).

AFIN was created in 2010 providing a mechanism for collaborations among various forage industry producers/processors, ag business, public and not for profit stakeholders to work together to have a stronger voice affecting positive change improving profitability and sustainability of their businesses through use of forages.  ARECA will continue this collaborative approach among stakeholders.

AFIN has been a dedicated voice for Alberta’s forage producers for 15 years, advocating for the sustainability and growth of the province’s forage industry. After careful consideration and extensive consultation with industry stakeholders, the decision has been made to transition representation to ARECA.  ARECA, a producer led organization, works closely with numerous Forage and Applied Research Associations, Commissions, Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA), researchers, ag business and governments in advocating on forage issues and opportunities, and in supporting applied research, on farm projects and various extension activities supporting forage and livestock producers.