The WID is pleased to be a part of an agreement for Phyto Organix Foods to develop a plant-protein processing facility in Strathmore, announced May 24, 2022. Located on 15 acres of land from the WID, Phyto will construct a net-zero facility at a cost of $225 million total, expected to be operational by 2024.
Since our last update in the fall, plenty of progress has been made on construction projects throughout the District. In particular, the Glenrose Phase 3, along with the spillway, underwent considerable upgrades and is now complete. Improvements on ‘C’ Canal continued, from Highway 21 to RR 264. Now looking ahead to this spring and summer,
We are committed to Service Efficiency and are continuously upgrading and modernizing infrastructure to provide as many irrigation acres as possible to producers. One way to increase irrigation acres is through an expansion plebiscite. At the Annual General Meeting in April, we started to explain the process we are working towards. In a nutshell, the
When Charlotte Mandel joined the WID almost eight years ago, there was no question that she would be an asset to the team. With prior experience in agricultural banking, Charlotte is well-acquainted with the local farming community. She understands the challenges and efforts to be successful in the ag industry, including the value of irrigation
With a spike in Alternate Parcel Irrigation agreements for the upcoming water season, more than 100 irrigators now have additional acres thanks to the cooperation of fellow irrigators. A fresh marketing initiative helped to explain the process to let other irrigators borrow acres for a year. The WID Board reviewed and approved the agreements, and
It’s no question that water is a priceless resource in our province. It is vital to Alberta agriculture and food security for our local, national and international communities. Further to that, it is important to understand the value of irrigated water – how it’s managed, used and distributed. Educating the public through an unbiased lens,
When you think of Chestermere Reservoir, images of water skiing, fishing and sailing commonly come to mind. A well-loved hub for water recreation enthusiasts, the anticipation of summer for residents of Chestermere is unique. But they aren’t the only ones waiting for the water levels to rise. The reality is Chestermere Reservoir is first and
As producers, you can appreciate the value of irrigation for your business. But have you considered what the full impact of irrigated agriculture is in Alberta? The Alberta Irrigation District Association (AIDA) commissions a study periodically to understand just that – the economic value across the industry. Their latest study, released in November 2021, showcases
The WID is very pleased to share a historic announcement made on October 9, 2020 by the provincial government.
Stormwater is something we don’t usually think about – unless it’s a problem. Fortunately, a cooperative effort between the Western Irrigation District (WID), the City of Calgary, the Town of Strathmore, and Rocky View County means that stormwater is proactively managed in ways that make sense for each of these communities while protecting irrigation water.
