Agricultural Research and Extension Council of Alberta
Advocating for Innovative, Sustainable Agriculture in Alberta
We work together to keep Alberta growing. ARECA is recognized by government, industry and member associations as a vital advocate for agricultural research and extension and a key supporter of Alberta's Applied Research and Forage Associations.
We support a network of applied research and extension associations to connect producers to programs, services, innovations and research to improve the profitability and sustainability of their farm business.
Our Programs
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Environmental Farm Plan
The Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) is a voluntary, whole-farm self-assessment tool that helps producers identify their environmental risks and develop plans to mitigate identified risks.
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AgKnow
This initiative is focused on developing a network of services that address the real needs of farmers to live their best life, contributing to the local economies and resilient rural communities.
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On-Farm Climate Action Fund
The Agricultural Climate Solutions On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is an initiative to help farmers tackle climate change.
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Our membership has the time, resources, and expertise to do the work that matters most.
Alberta Applied Research and Forage Associations
Associations
Shared municipalities with the adjacent association
NPARA and PCBFA
GRO and FF
GWFA and FFGA
FFGA and Farming Smarter
Mackenzie Applied Research Association
North Peace Applied Research Association
Peace Country Beef & Forage Association
Smoky Applied Research & Demonstration Association
Gateway Research Organization
Lakeland Agricultural Research Association
Farming Forward
Battle River Research Group
Grey Wooded Forage Association
Foothills Forage & Grazing Association
Farming Smarter
Chinook Applied Research Association
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