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

Aug 18, 2026 | 10:00 am MDT

Zoom Webinar on Ranching Like A 12yr Old

🌱 Ranching doesn't have to be complicated!

Join BRRG for a FREE webinar, "Ranching Like A 12-Year-Old" with Tom Krawiec on August 18 at 10:00 AM MDT.

Discover practical grazing, livestock management, and ranch business strategies that can improve profitability and simplify decision-making.

⏳ Spots are limited—register today and don't miss out!

Aug 17, 2026 | 10:00 am MDT

Zoom Webinar on Swath Grazing Strategies for Livestock Producers

Looking to get more out of your winter feed while lowering feeding costs?

Join Battle River Research Group (BRRG) for a FREE Zoom Webinar on Swath Grazing Strategies for Livestock Producers featuring Dr. Vern S. Baron and Dr. Obioha Durunna.

📅 August 17
🕙 10:00 AM MDT
💻 Online via Zoom

Discover practical swath grazing strategies that can help improve forage utilization, extend your grazing season, and boost the profitability of your livestock operation.

Whether you're new to swath grazing or looking to fine tune your current system, this webinar is packed with valuable insights you can put to work on your farm.

Aug 11, 2026 | 10:00 am MDT

PEA-OLA (Pea/Canola Mixes)
Tailgate workshop

Ever thought about mixing peas and canola in the same field?

Join us for a Tailgate Workshop: PEA-OLA (Pea/Canola Mixes) with Fred Niehoff on August 11 at 10 AM.

This is a free event, and lunch is provided.

We’ll be out in the field looking at how pea-canola mixes perform, what’s working, what’s not, and the real-world lessons from growers trying it on their farms. Straight talk, practical experience, and plenty of time for questions.

Come for the learning, stay for the discussion.