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Potato Growers of Alberta release video series

The Potato Growers of Alberta (PGA) have launched a highly anticipated video series called: “The Story of Us: Alberta Potato Growers.” Five potato farmers across the province have been filmed. The first series is “The Seed: Where It All Begins.” 

Also to be included is a water video explaining why this precious resource is so important for the success of the potato industry in Alberta and how the most advanced irrigation systems in the world are being utilized.

The Potato Growers of Alberta, a not-for-profit organization, operates on behalf of all the licensed potato producers across the province. It is the voice of growers of processing, seed and table potatoes, advocating for the best interests and successes of their operations.

In 2024, the Board of Directors underwent a new strategic planning session. Two of the set goals were to proactively build and maintain public awareness and trust in

Alberta's potato industry and to cultivate and enhance trust through collaborative and transparent engagement.

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Midwest Weather Shock: Flash Drought Turns Into Heavy Rain Threat This Week (2026 Forecast)

Video: Midwest Weather Shock: Flash Drought Turns Into Heavy Rain Threat This Week (2026 Forecast)

A rapidly changing Midwest weather pattern is unfolding in 2026 as areas that recently slipped into abnormal dryness and flash drought conditions are now facing the threat of heavy rain and repeated storm systems.

After a wet spring erased early drought conditions, regions across Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and northern Missouri have quickly dried out again since mid-to-late May. Soil moisture is dropping fast, and crops like corn and soybeans are beginning to feel the stress of rising temperatures and lack of consistent rainfall. Now, weather models show a major shift.

A developing system moving in from the Northern Plains is expected to bring multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms, with the potential for locally heavy rainfall across the Midwest. While some areas may miss out, others could finally see much-needed relief from the growing dryness. In this video, we break down:

Current drought conditions across the Midwest

Why a flash drought is developing quickly

Timing and path of incoming storm systems

Which states are most likely to see heavy rain

How long this wet pattern could last

Will this rain end the drought or create new flooding risks? Watch the full forecast to find out.