New On-Farm Efficiency Program Launched

Aug 20, 2024

The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) has introduced a new On-Farm Efficiency Program tailored for producers, consolidating the benefits previously available under the Farm Technology Program and Efficient Grain Handling Program, now with an added focus on Energy Efficiency.

The On-Farm Efficiency Program provides up to $150,000 in funding across four key areas, each with its own maximum limit:

Smart Farm Technology: Up to $50,000
Energy Efficiency: Up to $50,000
Farm Security: Up to $2,000
Efficient Grain Handling: Up to $100,000

This funding is available on a cost-share basis at 50%, with eligible purchases retroactive to April 1, 2023.

Producers who have submitted quotes to Alberta Pork will be contacted directly. For additional information or inquiries, please reach out to Charlotte Shipp at 780-491-3528 or via email at charlotte.shipp@albertapork.com.

Source : Swine Web

Video: Sorting Ewes & Rams | Breeding Time On The Farm!

In this episode, we’re sorting ewes into their breeding groups and introducing them to unrelated rams. Moving rams between barns always comes with challenges, but once the boys meet their ewes, everyone was eager to settle in!

We also welcome back a returning customer who purchased a Suffolk ram from us last year. This season, she chose a Dorset cross ram, now named Benny, to strengthen her flock’s genetics. It’s always rewarding to see repeat customers who value the quality of our breeding stock.

Arnie then tours the crop fields as harvest season approaches. Despite drought conditions this summer, the crops are looking surprisingly good. We close the day with evening feedings and one last look at the rams with their new breeding groups.

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