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CWRC commits nearly $20 million to AAFC wheat breeding activities

The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has committed $19.9 million over the next three years to a core breeding agreement (CBA) with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) for the development of field-ready wheat …

Alberta Grains chair Tara Sawyer to take leave of absence following provincial appointment; Scott Jespersen named acting chair

Alberta Grains board chair Tara Sawyer will take a leave of absence from her role effective immediately following her appointment by Premier Danielle Smith as the United Conservative Party (UCP) candidate for the Olds–…

Alberta Grains welcomes new Liberal government

Alberta Grains extends its congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney, the Liberal Party and all newly elected officials. 

Eligible Wheat and Barley producers can claim SR&ED credit on their 2024 taxes

Wheat and barley producers who pay check-off through Alberta Grains (formerly Alberta Barley Commission and the Alberta Wheat Commission) and do not request a refund are eligible for a 32 per cent tax credit through the …

CWRC commits $11.8 million to USask Crop Development Centre

The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has committed $11.8 million over the next five years to a core breeding agreement (CBA) with the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC).

Alberta Grains announces board of directors and executive team

Following Alberta Grains’ Annual General Meeting held last week in Banff, Alberta, during the Prairie Cereals Summit, the commission is pleased to announce its board of directors including Tara Sawyer as chair, Scott J…

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