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WORKING TOGETHER IN THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY

The Alberta Farm Writers' Association connects the common interests of agricultural communicators, including reporters, writers, editors and broadcasters, as well as those in industry, government and academia who are involved in agricultural communications.

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ABOUT
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AFWA LEGACY PROJECT

The Alberta Farm Writers' Association (AFWA) officially announced the AFWA Legacy Project Friday, April 1, 2022. The goal of the AFWA Legacy Project is to raise awareness and educate secondary and post-secondary students about careers in agricultural journalism and communications, as well as the importance of communications in all facets of the agri-food industry.

LATEST NEWS

2 New Bursaries for AFWA Members

Two bursaries of up to $1,500 are now open to support attendance at national and international ag journalism conferences.
Apply by May 15, 2026

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CFWF International Bursary

$2,500 will help cover the costs of a member in good-standing for costs incurred to attend the IFAJ congress.
Apply by April 27, 2026

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BENEFITS

ALBERTA FARM WRITERS' ASSOCIATION OFFERS:

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NETWORKING FOR MEMBERS

Your membership with AFWA gives you access to the Canadian Farm Writers Federation, a group of more than 300 journalists and communicators.

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AWARDS PROGRAM

AFWA members can participate in and submit their work to the CFWF awards program each year.

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INVESTING IN YOUR GROWTH

AFWA members can apply for two annual bursaries, each worth up to $1,500 to attend national and international agricultural journalism conferences.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Each year, we offer webinars, conferences and global opportunities to hone your skills as an agricultural journalist and communicator. We stay up to date with the latest trends such as social media, video reporting and more.

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CONTACT

CONTACT

General Inquiries

For any inquiries, please contact:

​ABfarmwriters@gmail.com

Join Us

Join a like-minded group of agricultural writers and communicators! Become a member or renew your membership online.

We acknowledge that in Alberta we are on traditional territories of the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries. We respect their histories, languages, and cultures as their presence continues to enrich our communities.

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