Join our FREE BRRG Membership

Your membership entitles you to:

BRRG Annual Report (with trial results and tour information)
Members newsletters
Use of forage probe/drill
15% discount on Feed Tests
Assistance with EFP
Assistance with Gov. funding applications

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Who We are

The Battle River Research Association (BRRG) came into existence after the amalgamation of the Battle River Forage Association and the Battle River Applied Research Association in 1993. We are located in Forestburg, Alberta, allowing us to easily serve the east-central region of Alberta.

We are proud to serve the counties of Paintearth, Stettler, Camrose, Beaver, and Flagstaff where our office is located

The Battle River Research Group has five programs to help serve the local producer

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Our Vision

Beyond sustainability through innovation in agriculture.

Our Mission

Advancing agriculture as an independent,

producer-driven resource

How BRRG Works

Identify Regional producer's needs and challenges.

Collaborate with specialists to find potential answers.

Transfer research-based knowledge to East Central Alberta

Translate knowledge through demonstrations and research projects.

Improve the agriculture economy of East Central Alberta.

Our Upcoming Events

April 14-15, 2026 | 9:00am MDT

Drone School

🚀 Drone School is Back! 🚀

Join BRRG and Landview Drones for a 2-day hands-on Drone School on March 14–15 at 9 AM at Castor Community Hall!

🎮 Learn to fly, understand drone rules, and earn your Basic Pilot’s Certificate!
💲 Only $100 — thanks to the County of Paintearth for subsidizing the cost!

🎯 Spots are limited — don’t miss this amazing opportunity!

April 9, 2026 | 11:00am MDT

Zoom Webinar on
Seeding 2026: Last-Minute Prep and Lessons from 2025

Getting ready for seeding season? 🌱

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

🗓 April 9
⏰ 10 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 🚜

April 8, 2026 | 10:00am MDT

Zoom webinar on Adapting to Unpredictable Springs: Flexible Planting Strategies

🌱 Free Zoom Webinar 🌾
Adapting to Unpredictable Springs: Flexible Planting Strategies
📅 April 8 | 🕙 10 AM MDT | Online

Join Dr. David Sauchyn as he discusses how farmers can adapt to changing spring conditions with flexible seeding plans and climate-smart strategies.