RJ Sigurdson

PIP Lethbridge Inc., an ag-tech company specializing in yellow pea processing, received a $215,000 Sustainable CAP grant from RDAR in 2024. This funding supports the development of an advanced extraction method that maintains protein quality while removing the bitter taste and undesirable textures often found in plant proteins. In the next phase, PIP plans to…

Alberta’s government has introduced new legislation aimed at expanding and diversifying the agriculture sector while fostering the growth of the biogas industry. The proposed updates to the Bill 44: Agricultural Operation Practices Act are designed to reduce waste, enable farmers to use organic materials as fertilizer supplements, and attract investment that creates jobs. The act…

On January 29, 2025, the 41st induction ceremony of the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame was held at the Reynolds Museum in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame was created in 1951 to recognize outstanding contributions in shaping the progress and prosperity of Alberta agriculture. Since 1951, 144 men and women have been…

As the Feeder Associations of Alberta (FAA) celebrate nearly 50 years of service, they continue to provide essential loans to livestock producers in their communities. From January 30th to February 1st, the 45 local Feeder Associations will gather in Red Deer to discuss business and future planning. “By partnering in livestock financing, our associations have…

The Government of Alberta has made some updates to the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit program, aiming to reduce red tape and streamline the application process for registered partnerships. As of December 10, 2024, registered partnerships can now apply using a single application when investing at least $10 million to build or expand a value-added agricultural…

The Government of Alberta has introduced new regulations aimed at ensuring responsible renewable energy development. These measures are designed to protect Alberta’s iconic landscapes, agricultural lands, and the environment for future generations. Over the past decade, Alberta’s renewable energy sector has seen rapid growth. However, the regulations governing this development have not kept pace, leading…

The Alberta government in introducing a One Health Antimicrobial Resistance Framework for Action (AMR Framework). This comprehensive plan aims to tackle AMR through coordinated efforts across human, animal, and environmental health sectors. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the effects of medications that once effectively treated them. This…

As many Albertans enjoyed the warm and sunny fall weather, farmers across the province were hard at work, racing against time to harvest their crops before the weather changed. RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, released a statement praising the farmers for their unwavering dedication to producing high-quality crops that feed families both…

The Alberta government is taking decisive action to enhance food safety by proposing significant amendments to the Meat Inspection Act. The sale of uninspected meat is currently illegal in Alberta, posing serious risks to both human and animal health, and potentially jeopardizing the province’s entire livestock and meat processing industry. Under the proposed Meat Inspection…