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Aug. 15/23 News
Selling grain through an unlicensed buyer: take these steps first

Producers who are thinking about selling their grain through an unlicensed grain buyer need to consider a variety of factors, especially if they have production insurance through AFSC.

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Aug. 15/23 News
Harvest 2023: things to know this season

As the 2023 harvest is upon us, clients may want to note the following items.

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Aug. 04/23 News
Help for farmers impacted by wildfire and drought

The AgriStability program has reopened for late participation so producers affected by wildfires and drought can consider enrolling to manage business risks.

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Jul. 24/23 News
Agriculture Financial Services named Olds College 2023 Partner of the Year

Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has been named Olds College's Partner of the Year for 2023. This recognition celebrates AFSC's collaboration and contributions to the agriculture and agri-food ...

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Jul. 14/23 News
Get ‘The Dish’ on perennial risk management at AgSmart

Producers can get The Dish on the challenges and opportunities of perennial risk management August 1 at AgSmart. The Dish is a special informational event hosted by Agriculture Financial Services ...

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Jul. 10/23 News
Yield estimation calculator can help producers make preharvest decisions

AFSC clients with annual crop insurance can use the yield estimation calculator to help determine potential yields and make decisions on when to harvest or preharvest a crop.

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Jul. 07/23 News
Low yield allowance change encourages poor crops be used as feed 

AFSC is adjusting the low yield allowance for 2023 to encourage farmers to put more poor-quality crops towards livestock feed in dry areas. 

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Jul. 06/23 News
Putting poor crops to alternate use 

Several areas in Alberta have experienced limited precipitation this growing season. As a result, some producers are considering putting their crops to alternate uses rather than waiting for them ...

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Jun. 22/23 News
AgriRecovery initiative supports Alberta’s beekeepers

A partnership between the governments of Canada and Alberta will help beekeepers hit hard by extreme cold and varroa mites.

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Jun. 20/23 News
24/7 agricultural mental health forum launched

Do More Ag has launched a new peer-support mental health platform, Ag Talk.

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Jun. 15/23 News
Vertical indoor farm takes produce to the next level

It is an exciting time in agriculture as producers work to feed a growing world while balancing the need to protect the planet’s climate. Innovation and advancements are occurring with new and ...

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