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Applied Research and Extension Associations

First off today, we find out about the role played by Alberta’s applied research and extension associations. Andrea Hanson, beef extension specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, says they are a link to information and education about forages, grazing livestock, and crops.

Interview with Andrea Hanson (3:12 minutes) (1.46 Mb)

 
 
Source : Alberta Ag and Forestry

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