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Battle River Research Group

Non-Profit Applied Research Association and member of the Agriculture Applied Research and Extension Council of Alberta (ARECA)

The Battle River Research Group is a grass roots organization whose focus is agricultural sustainability. It provides credible, unbiased information, promoting an integrated approach to research through partnerships with producers, industry and government. We currently serve agricultural producers in Beaver County, County of Paintearth, County of Stettler and Flagstaff County.

05/29/2026

Join us for a Drone Seeding & Spreading Workshop with Landview Drones!

📅 June 30
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Ross River Ranch

See drone technology in action and learn how it can improve efficiency on your farm or ranch. Don’t miss this hands on workshop! Hosted by Battle River Research Group

🍔 Food truck on site
✅ Lunch included

Spots are limited so register early!
Click here to register - https://conta.cc/42YjISR

05/27/2026

Hurry Up! Join Krista Zuzak on June 4, 2026 for a Zoom webinar on Market Access & Crop Protection Decisions for the 2026 Season. Learn which crop protection product and cereal crop combinations could create export market risks and what to watch for this growing season. Hosted by Battle River Research Group. Register now - https://conta.cc/43eyG73

05/25/2026

Rural Alberta producers, your voice matters.

The M.D. of Wainwright is asking for input on the economic value of veterinary access in rural communities. This short 10 question survey will help support advocacy around including veterinarians in the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

It takes just a few minutes and is open until June 30.

Share your perspective here:
https://conta.cc/4uuVziC

Let’s make sure rural vet access is properly recognized and supported.

05/22/2026

🐄 Join us for an upcoming Zoom webinar on Protozoal Diseases in Cattle with Dr. John Campbell!

📅 June 24
⏰ 10 AM MDT

Learn about coccidiosis, cryptosporidiosis, neospora, trichomoniasis, and more including diagnosis, prevention, and economic impacts.

Register now - https://conta.cc/4v8tg9Y

05/15/2026

Join Krista Zuzak on June 4, 2026 for a Zoom webinar on Market Access & Crop Protection Decisions for the 2026 Season. Learn which crop protection product and cereal crop combinations could create export market risks and what to watch for this growing season. Hosted by Battle River Research Group. Register now - https://conta.cc/43eyG73

05/05/2026

Out at Lance Neilson’s farm yesterday getting plots flagged for our on farm trial

This season we’re dialing in seeding rates for corn and soybeans to see what really pays in the field. Stay tuned for results straight from the farm.
Neilson Beef

05/05/2026

Meet the team powering our summer season

From left to right: Caleb Tabler, Jenny Bohn, Joss Forster, Alex Olson, Ahsan Rajper, and Kabir Makan

Caleb is in his final year of an Applied Bachelor’s in Environmental Science at Lakeland College

Jenny is studying Horticulture at Olds College

Joss is at Olds College in Environmental Science and Technology

Excited to have this crew supporting our field trials and research this summer. Stay tuned for what’s ahead!

04/14/2026

🚁 Drone School is underway!

We’re excited to kick off our 2 day hands on Drone School, bringing practical skills and real world applications to producers in our region. Big thank you to Paintearth County for subsidizing the cost and helping make this training accessible.

Hosted by Battle River Research Group in collaboration with Landview Drones, participants are learning safe flying, regulations, and how drones can be used on the farm. Stay tuned for more highlights!

04/09/2026

Hurry up 3 hours to go! Getting ready for seeding season? 🌱

Join us for a BRRG Zoom Webinar
Seeding 2026: Last-Minute Prep and Lessons from 2025

🗓 April 9
⏰ 11 AM MDT

Hear practical insights from Blair Kuefler and Alex Olson on what worked, what didn’t, and how to be ready for the 2026 season.

Register now and get your seeding plans dialed in 🚜

Link - https://conta.cc/4bm4f2t

04/06/2026

Last Day!🌾 Free Zoom Webinar 🌱
Kochia Management
📅 April 7 | 🕙 10 AM MDT | Online

Join Dr. Brian Jenks as he shares the latest research and practical tips for managing kochia and reducing herbicide resistance on your farm.

👉 Register Now - https://conta.cc/4sWKRkv
Hosted by Battle River Research Group

Address

4804-43 Avenue
Forestburg, AB
T0B1N0

Telephone

780-582-7308

Website

http://www.battleriverresearch.com/

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