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  • 51418 Highway 22 Highway: Rural Parkland County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2161268

    51418 Highway 22 Highway Rural Parkland County Rural Parkland County T7A 1R7
    Main Photo: 51418 Highway 22 Highway: Rural Parkland County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2161268
    $1,780,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2161268
    Bedrooms:
    5
    Bathrooms:
    3
    Beautiful, productive FULL Undivided 1/4, (160.77 Acres) located 12.5 miles north of Drayton Valley, on pavement! Set up for Cattle & Horses, the property brags a (160x70) 11,200 Sq.Ft. HEATED INDOOR RIDING ARENA with Attached heated (128x40) 12 Stall Barn, built in 2006, all with newer Auto-waterers, a 3pc Washroom, Wash bay, huge Tack room w Lockers, Feed room & (32x34) Open storage. Infrastructure boasts 14 Paddocks/pastures, 9 stock Waterers, a dugout & numerous shelters. Love the 2006 (60x40) HEATED SHOP, plumbed for In-floor heat. The Arena & Shop are heated with an efficient, very affordable Coal Furnace! NEW FOOTING in 2024- Manufactured Sand, No Silica, No Organic & Triple washed. Low Maintenance, requires very little harrowing, holds moisture, almost ZERO Dust. Great producing, 100 Acres of HAY, w 35 acres newly seeded in 2023. The 1,576 Sqft. 5 Bdrm/3.5 Bthrm 2006 Bungalow enjoys Vaulted Ceilings,+ the 1,565 SqFt. WALK-OUT Basement w In-floor heat & full Kitchen, a Wrap around Deck with beautiful panoramic Views! Total of 3,141 Sqft of Living Space! YES, a 2nd LOVELY 2008 HOME- 1,400 Sqft. 2 Bdrm/ 3 Bthrm 2008 Modular Home is currently rented for $1,750/mon & renter pays heating. Much CLEAN-UP & RENOS have been completed here. Move-In Ready for your family Operation to host Clinics, Lessons, Training and cattle! More details
    Listed by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty
  • 5132 Twp Rd #505: Rural Parkland County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2201082

    5132 Twp Rd #505 Rural Parkland County Rural Parkland County T0E 2H0
    Main Photo: 5132 Twp Rd #505: Rural Parkland County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2201082
    $1,425,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2201082
    Come live the dream on this picturesque and private 159+ acres located only an hour from the outskirts of Edmonton! There is over 4500sq' of living space in the gorgeous, 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 2 story, walk-out bungalow that has been designed with a well-laid-out floorplan perfect for family living. The large north facing entry room welcomes you into the home and has garage access, main floor laundry and an entrance into the huge dining/kitchen area where people are sure to want to congregate. Plenty of room for a large dining table, sitting area and tons of counter and cupboard space that is sure to please both the cook and those lucky enough to gather here. A beautiful wood stove is the heart of this area, and it is also very functional, used for heating, cooking, baking and just enjoying the space (not certified/may be negotiable). If that wasn't enough, there are patio doors that lead to the west facing deck just perfect for those summer evening BBQ's. A spacious living room and large office that both have plenty of natural light along with the east foyer finish off the main floor. Up the expansive staircase you will find a 4pc bath, study, 3 good sized bedrooms and a huge primary bedroom that will become your own private retreat with its large 4pc ensuite and own west facing deck. Downstairs you will find a large rec room, cold room, as well as an additional living area with kitchen, bath, bedroom and its’ own entrance perfect for anyone that comes to stay. Surrounding the home, you will find even more areas to enjoy family and friends on the multiple large decks, a new pergola and it even has its' own huge, covered gazebo area complete with a fire pit. There isn't enough space here to write about the outbuildings that include two huge shops that are situated on a large gravel parking pad with its’ own separate entrance from the residence. The 87' x 60' shop has two infrared heaters and 4 overhead doors while the 64' x 60' 3- bay shop has concrete floors, bathroom & laundry as well as an illegal suite upstairs perfect for workers or whatever need you have for it. Massive gardens, livestock shelters, more storage and a combination of hay land and trees give this property endless potential for anything from agricultural, trucking, or mechanical businesses to creating your dream homestead. Don’t miss this rare opportunity! More details
    Listed by CIR Realty
  • 452074 RR 73: Alder Flats Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2197926

    452074 RR 73 Alder Flats Alder Flats T0C 0A0
    Main Photo: 452074 RR 73: Alder Flats Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2197926
    $749,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2197926
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    1,151 sq. ft.
    Private 160 acres with a Shop and Cabin. The Gated driveway leads to the yard site of this private getaway. Situated on the property is a 1151 sq/ft cabin and a 32'x55' shop. The Cabin built in 2015 has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and is heated with a wood fireplace and a wood burning in-floor heat system. The shop built in 2010 has a cement floor, power, kitchen, bathroom, and is also heated with a wood burning in-floor heat system. Great for hunting, quadding, or just relaxing. Kept private with lots of mature trees. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Edmonton)
  • 48426 RR 80: Drayton Valley Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2187431

    48426 RR 80 Drayton Valley Drayton Valley T7A 2A1
    Main Photo: 48426 RR 80: Drayton Valley Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2187431
    $739,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2187431
    Bedrooms:
    3
    10.38 acres with a 1.5 Storey House, Shop, and More located right off pavement! This 2013 built, 1857.87sq/ft home has a Hardie plank exterior, and covered deck with maintenance fee composite decking wrapping around three sides. Inside, the main floor is beautifully finished with granite countertops, and custom cabinets in the kitchen. Open to the dining room, the living room has engineered hardwood, and vaulted ceilings providing a spacious feel. A three piece bathroom, laundry room and the primary bedroom complete the main floor. The upper level hosts a family lounge area that over looks the living room and vaulted ceiling. Just past it is another bedroom and four piece bathroom. The basement has a large rec area, another bedroom, gym room, and a two piece bathroom. Outside is a 40'x60' metal cladded shop with power and a concrete floor. An old house also sits on the property and has a functional 27'x29' garage. Two private ponds with tree cover are the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a long day. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Edmonton)
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Drayton Valley Alberta Information

Drayton Valley is a town in central Alberta, Canada. It is located on Highway 22 (Cowboy Trail), approximately 133 kilometres (83 mi) southwest of Edmonton. It is surrounded by Brazeau County, known for its vast oil fields. The town is located between the North Saskatchewan River and the Pembina River. The town was named after Drayton, Hampshire, the birthplace of the wife of one of the Alberta town’s postmasters.[6] Prior to the 1953 oil boom, the community of Drayton Valley was sparsely populated. The main economic activities were farming and logging. Drayton Valley was incorporated as a village in 1956 and officially became a town in 1957. In 1955 a ferry was built to cross the North Saskatchewan River.[7] The original bridge that replaced the ferry was eventually replaced by a new bridge in 2014.[8] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Drayton Valley had a population of 7,291 living in 2,897 of its 3,250 total private dwellings, a change of 0.8% from its 2016 population of 7,235. With a land area of 30.9 km2 (11.9 sq mi), it had a population density of 236.0/km2 (611.1/sq mi) in 2021.[3] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Drayton Valley recorded a population of 7,235 living in 2,782 of its 3,116 total private dwellings, a 1.6% change from its 2011 population of 7,118. With a land area of 30.72 km2 (11.86 sq mi), it had a population density of 235.5/km2 (610.0/sq mi) in 2016.[9] Oil and gas is the primary driver of Drayton Valley’s economy. Agriculture and forestry also play roles in the local economy. A sawmill is located in the town.[10] Drayton Valley’s Omniplex is a community sports centre that hosts ice hockey, ringette, curling, soccer, baseball and rodeo. The town also has a public swimming pool, a ski hill, a bowling alley, and the Drayton Valley Golf and Country Club. Drayton Valley is the home of the Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League. Drayton Valley is also home to the annual DV100 bicycle race. Drayton Valley has six public schools, two Catholic schools, and one outreach school. The public schools and outreach school are operated by the Wild Rose School Division[11] while the Catholic schools are operated by the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Division. Drayton Valley is served by two weekly newspapers, the Drayton Valley Western Review[12] and the Drayton Valley and District Free Press[13] and one radio station, CIBW-FM, mainly playing country music. A Christian radio station, CIDV-FM, was launched in 2009. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drayton_Valley

Drayton Valley Alberta Farm MLS®

Welcome to our Drayton Valley Alberta Farm MLS® Search page, where you can explore a diverse selection of Farm MLS® listings.

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topsoil Depth (in) Alberta Source aafc slc version 3.2

Understanding Topsoil Depth in Alberta: Insights from AAFC SLC Version 3.2 Data

Topsoil depth is a critical factor for agricultural productivity, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and root growth. The provided map of Alberta illustrates the topsoil depth in inches, highlighting significant regional variations. This analysis is based on data from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2.

Key Observations

The topsoil depth in Western Alberta and the Rockies is generally shallow, ranging from 0 to 6 inches. This is due to the rugged terrain and erosional processes associated with mountainous regions. The shallow topsoil in these areas supports forests and natural vegetation rather than extensive agriculture.

Central Alberta, including areas around Edmonton and Red Deer, exhibits moderate to deep topsoil depths, generally between 8 to 14 inches. These depths are conducive to productive agriculture, supporting a variety of crops. The deeper topsoil in central regions contributes to higher agricultural yields and sustainable farming practices.

In Southern and Eastern Alberta, regions such as Calgary and areas towards the Saskatchewan border show variable topsoil depths ranging from 6 to 10 inches. While suitable for agriculture, these areas may require careful soil management to maintain productivity. Areas with shallower topsoil are more drought-resistant and may need irrigation and soil conservation practices.

Regional Analysis

The Rocky Mountain Influence is evident in the shallow topsoil of the Rocky Mountain foothills, resulting from the rocky and rugged terrain, limiting soil accumulation. These areas are more suited to forest growth and natural vegetation rather than intensive agriculture.

In contrast, the Prairie Conditions in central Alberta benefit from moderate to deep topsoil, which is ideal for crop production and supports Alberta’s agricultural economy. Maintaining topsoil depth through conservation practices is essential for sustaining long-term agrarian productivity in these areas.

Implications for Agriculture

Understanding topsoil depth is crucial for effective soil management practices, including crop selection, irrigation, and fertilization. Farmers can use this data to optimize their farming practices, choosing crops suited to the available topsoil depth and implementing appropriate soil conservation measures. Deeper topsoil improves water retention and nutrient availability, which is essential for healthy crop growth and high yields.

Conclusion

The topsoil depth map of Alberta reveals significant regional variations influenced by geographical features such as the Rocky Mountains and the fertile plains of central Alberta. Understanding these variations is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring sustainable farming. By leveraging this data, farmers can improve crop yields, manage soil health, and enhance overall agrarian productivity in Alberta.

Sources

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2 Data
  • Alberta Agriculture and Forestry