We're getting pretty close to Christmas and that means it's crunch time to get meaningful gifts for friends and family.

Tim Carson, the CEO of the Alberta Association of Ag Societies, says Ag producers can be especially busy at this time of year.

"There are so many fantastic events going on right now between the Christmas markets and the Christmas banquets there's really a great opportunity to get out and sample Alberta."

He says it's not just selling their produce, but all the other events they take part in like sleigh rides and carolling that Ag societies across the province are involved in.

Carson says 2022 was a good year for Ag societies.

"I can honestly say, virtually across the province, the agricultural societies at their events had a great year, the public got out and supported all those organizations and overall it's been very good."