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Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)
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If you are passionate about Alberta’s cattle industry, 18 years or older, and have paid check-off in the last two years, consider running as a delegate in your zone.
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November 15, 2022
Health & Production
Survey: Attitudes around tuberculosis and brucellosis in wood bison
Researchers at the University of Calgary are looking at potential ways to manage the health of wild wood bison with a focus on tuberculosis and brucellosis, and they need your help. Drs. David C. Hall and Kyle Plotsky, independent researchers employed by the University of Calgary, are working to understand peoples’ attitudes about wood bison, the disease…
September 28, 2022
Inspiration
What We’re Reading | My OFCAF Experience: Cattle producer Mike Hittinger talks OFCAF with RDAR
Mike Hittinger is a cattle producer and Board Chair for Gateway Research Organization (GRO). He and his wife Melissa have run a cow/calf operation east of Clyde, Alberta for 18 years. Mike applied to the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) to help enhance his farm’s grazing system. He plans to make their pastures more resilient…
July 29, 2022
Business Tools
On-Farm Climate Action Fund starts application intake in Alberta
Edmonton Alberta – RDAR is excited to announce that it will be open to receiving applications for the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) program starting August 4, 2022. RDAR was announced as one of 12 national delivery partners for the federally funded program in February 2022. Over the last several months, RDAR has been preparing…
January 28, 2022
Innovation & Technology
What We’re Reading | RDAR invests $521,000 in research projects to combat the growing risk of CWD
RDAR supports two advanced research projects that explore potential CWD impacts on agriculture crops and wildlife Results Driven Agriculture Research will invest a total of $521,000 into two critical Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) projects led by researchers from the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary. These research projects will focus on understanding and…
October 19, 2021
Business Tools
RDAR makes major investment in CBIN genetics data platform to improve efficiency and profitability of cattle producers
October 19, 2021 (Edmonton, Alberta) – Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has invested $640,000 in a collaborative research project with the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) to springboard the development of a unified, standardized, and producer-accessible beef cattle genetics data platform. Through this platform, CBIN will provide commercial cattle producers and the entire beef production chain…
September 13, 2021
Trailblazers
Congratulations to new board chair appointed to AFSC
Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) Board of Directors would like to congratulate Past Chair Kelly Smith-Fraser on her recent appointment to Chair of Agriculture Financial Services Corporation’s (AFSC) Board of Directors. Based near Pine Lake, Alberta, Smith-Fraser operates NuHaven Cattle Co. She has years of experience on boards, including her current role as Past Chair of…
August 25, 2021
Innovation & Technology
How you can help guide RDAR development: survey
If you have 10 minutes and an interest in offering your thoughts on agriculture research in Alberta, stick around. In October and November, the Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) is developing its strategic framework, which will help guide future investments, activities and efforts. “Our vision is to see Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors reach their…
May 8, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | RDAR invests $5.7M in Alberta Applied Research Associations
More than $5.7 million will be invested by Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) to fund Alberta Applied Research Associations (ARAs) research programs. To date, eight ARA research projects have been approved for funding through RDAR’s new Accelerating Agricultural Innovations (AAI) program, with more proposals expected to be assessed, reviewed, and funded in the coming weeks….
March 9, 2021
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RDAR announces new Board of Directors
RDAR is pleased to announce that it has its first elected Board of Directors. In February, representatives from RDAR’s 33 voting Member organizations came together to elect its new Board of Directors. RDAR’s dedication to being producer-led is a fundamental part of the organization’s DNA. Members have helped shape the overarching direction and now the…
February 19, 2021
Innovation & Technology
RDAR announces new CEO
RDAR has announced the appointment of Dr. Mark Redmond as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1. Dr. Gerald Hauer has filled the role of interim CEO since the organization’s inception and will continue to assist in the transition. Dr. Redmond joins RDAR with over 25 years of experience in business, research and academics…
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| 08-Dec-25 | 292 | 458 | -- |
| 02-Feb-26 | 294 | 454 | -- |
| 02-Mar-26 | 292 | 448 | -- |
| 30-Mar-26 | 292 | 442 | -- |
| 27-April-26 | 300 | 442 | -- |
| 25-May-26 | 306 | 444 | -- |
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Last Updated on September 11, 2025
