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WID land is home to new plant protein facility in Strathmore

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.

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Chestermere Reservoir

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

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The growing economic value of irrigated agriculture

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

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