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  • 49121 Rge Rd 173: Rural Beaver County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2116291

    49121 Rge Rd 173 Rural Beaver County Rural Beaver County T0B 4A0
    Main Photo: 49121 Rge Rd 173: Rural Beaver County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2116291
    $975,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2116291
    Cultivated, 80 acres, Shop, Home, Barn, Sheds. South of Ryley. Driving into this yard, gives you great pleasure as you drive between a nice row of trees on each side of you, with a view of the newer shop and bungalow coming up. 80 Acres of good farmland, # 2 soil on the CLI inventory map and rented on a crop share base. Total acres cultivated is +/- 65 acres. New metal shop was done in 2023. Size: 42’ x 96’ Heated, insulated and concrete flooring. Power; 220 and 110, Amp: 100. Natural gas. 2 Large overhead doors, each 14’ x 14’ and 2-man doors. 2 x 8 walls. The walls are insulated at R42 and the ceiling at R52. The yard has underground power and there is lots of gravel in the yard. Next to shop is a nice shed, 12’ x 24’ that is currently used as their meat shop. It is insulated and heated by a space heater. Power is 50 amp. The bungalow is from +/- 1987 but refinished. Most windows are all re-done and the roof is metal and approx. 5 years old. Vinyl siding. The bungalow is +/- 1498 sq. ft and a mostly finished basement. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 x 4-pc bath and 1 x 3 pc bathroom. This is the ensuite bathroom from the master bedroom and has a shower, no tub. The basement is mostly finished, and the laundry room is downstairs. One bedroom in the basement and 1 x 3 pc bathroom (shower). Click on the virtual tour to "walk around" in the house. For inside picture click on the virtual tour button please. One bored water well with good water. 24” x 60’ deep. There are two pumps. One for the yard and one for the house. The house has a filter system in between. Septic is tank and pump out. Two gardens for growing vegetables. This is a great area and property to raise a family. Ryley is only 10 minutes away. Tofield a short drive of +/- 20 minutes. And there is a golf course only 4 miles away. More details
    Listed by Real Estate Centre - Coaldale
    Steve LeBlanc
  • 11405 TWP 440: Lougheed Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2147390

    11405 TWP 440 Lougheed Lougheed T0B 2V0
    Main Photo: 11405 TWP 440: Lougheed Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2147390
    $599,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2147390
    Have you wanted your very own SANTUARY? This may be your DREAM property. Beautiful & well cared home, triple garage, 64x48 heated shop /w cement floor & washroom, horse shelters, all fenced/cross fenced, this could be your HOBBY FARM! Ranch style bungalow, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, walk-out basement. Fully finished! Country style kitchen with stainless fridge & stove, 2nd built-in-oven, plus large dining room, opens with french-doors to upper deck. Upper living room is complete with fireplace, large patio doors to walk out deck, 2 bedrooms, including a huge master (that previously was 3 bedrooms), 4pc mudroom/bathroom, plus 4pc ensuite. Master bedroom opens to large upper deck, with Hot tub, master bedroom also includes free-standing gas fireplace. Also on main level is 2nd bedroom plus full den (or bedroom). Lower level is walk out to cement patio, 2 more bedrooms, plus 2 bonus rooms, c/w 3pc bath & another fireplace. Alot of beautiful pasture grass! More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Edmonton)
    Steve LeBlanc
  • 12260 Twp Rd 454: Rural Flagstaff County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2174841

    12260 Twp Rd 454 Rural Flagstaff County Rural Flagstaff County T0B 4C0
    Main Photo: 12260 Twp Rd 454: Rural Flagstaff County Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2174841
    $568,000
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2174841
    160 acres located just in Flagstaff County. There are some farmable acres, pasture areas and plenty of trees. The property is zoned Agricultural District. This property does have a home, barn and corrals. More details
    Listed by Coldwell Banker Ontrack Realty
    Steve LeBlanc
  • OFF HIGHWAY 13 Township Road 430: Hardisty Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2141667

    OFF HIGHWAY 13 Township Road 430 Hardisty Hardisty T0B 1V0
    Main Photo: OFF HIGHWAY 13 Township Road 430: Hardisty Agriculture for sale : MLS®# A2141667
    $499,990
    Agri-Business
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2141667
    Gorgeous Rolling 175 acres of fully fenced land in the heart of Alberta's prairie country. 60 acres has the potential to be cropped and used for your livestock needs or have it custom farmed and have income from your land. You could have plenty of building sites with horizon to horizon views of sunsets and sunrises, making this one of the best places to start your homestead dreams. There is a little creek running through the property making this property picture perfect! The town of Hardisty is only a few minute drive from the property. Hardisty has restaurants, grocery stores and much more. Build your dream today on this land. More details
    Listed by Coldwell Banker Battle River Realty
    Steve LeBlanc
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Viking Alberta Information

Viking (/?va?k??/) is a town in central Alberta, Canada. It is at the intersection of Highway 14 (Poundmaker Trail) and Highway 36 (Veterans Memorial Highway), approximately 121 km (75 mi) east of Edmonton. The town also lends its name to the Viking Formation, an oil bearing stratigraphical unit. Viking was settled in 1909 by Scandinavian settlers Sivert Hafso and Ole Sorenson, from Norway. On 7 July 2005, the community ice arena was severely damaged by fire.[5] Construction began on a new arena, called the “Viking Carena Complex” and was completed on 17 August 2007. Viking celebrated its centennial in 2009. Viking experiences a humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfb). Summers are warm with moderate rainfall while winters are long and bitterly cold. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Viking had a population of 986 living in 432 of its 490 total private dwellings, a change of -9% from its 2016 population of 1,083. With a land area of 3.45 km2 (1.33 sq mi), it had a population density of 285.8/km2 (740.2/sq mi) in 2021.[3] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Viking recorded a population of 1,083 living in 460 of its 505 total private dwellings, a 4% change from its 2011 population of 1,041. With a land area of 3.7 km2 (1.4 sq mi), it had a population density of 292.7/km2 (758.1/sq mi) in 2016.[7] The majority of economic activity is in the agriculture, oil and gas, textile, and manufacturing industries. Viking won the national Communities in Bloom contest in 2000.[8] Many parks and flower gardens are maintained throughout the town. One of the most notable parks is Troll Park, which celebrates Vikings’s rich Scandinavian history with native plants, trolls hidden throughout the park, and a giant troll mountain. The Viking Airport is a small airport owned by the Town of Viking 4.8 kilometres (3.0 mi) west of the townsite, with the Transport Canada airport identifier of CEE8.[9] As a flag stop, Via Rail’s The Canadian calls at the Viking railway station. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viking,_Alberta

Viking Alberta Farm MLS®

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

www.FarmForSale.ca is produced by Steve LeBlanc, an experienced Farm and Commercial Realtor®, The search pre-set includes Farm listings within a 50 km radius of Viking Alberta, each listing provides detailed insights into the Viking Alberta area.

Whether looking for Farms, Ranch, Land, Commercial or Residential, you will find valuable information about the local community, amenities, and market trends. Our advanced search filters allow you to easily refine your search by location, property type, price range, and more, while interactive maps help you visualize property locations and explore surrounding areas.

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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