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Alberta Agricultural Moisture Situation – Maps & Update
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Soil phosphorus isn’t just about fertilizer, it’s about water
Phosphorus is essential for growing crops, but managing it is a balancing act. Too little phosphorus reduces crop yields; too much can wash into rivers and lakes, triggering harmful algal blooms. Around the world, scientists report conflicting trends: some regions…
Season’s Greetings from the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance
Thank you for another year of connection, science and collaboration on watershed work. This year was especially meaningful as we celebrated 20 years as an organization. I had the opportunity to reflect on the uniqueness of the organization, our origins,…
RDRWA attends Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen In-Service training
The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance attended the 2025 Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen In-Service Training in Edmonton, representing Alberta’s Watershed Planning and Advisory Councils (WPACs). The three-day training featured a full agenda with plenty of networking opportunities and presentations…
RDRWA Releases First Phase of its New State of the Watershed Report
The State of the Watershed report provides essential information on the health and management of the watershed. To make this information more timely and accessible, the RDRWA is releasing the report online in a phased format, sharing sections as they…
Red Deer River Watershed Alliance Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Attendees heard presentations by various speakers throughout the day. On Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, the Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary at Festival Hall in Red Deer. The event welcomed over 50 attendees, including members,…
Drought in Central Alberta
By Helge Nome Central Alberta is drying out. To anyone travelling east or west of Red Deer and around the city, the evidence for this can be readily seen from highways as dry shallow sloughs are being vegetated by all manner…
Successful AGM & RDRWA welcomes new Board Directors and Chair
The Red Deer River Watershed Alliance (RDRWA) held its 2025 Annual General Meeting on June 20th, 2025, at Pioneer’s Lodge in Red Deer. This meeting gathered nearly 50 participants including members, partners, and stakeholders. 2024-2025 Board Chair Bob Mills opened…