November 2 | Hussar Community Hall | 6 PMNovember 3 | Dalum Community Hall | 6 PM Councillor Rick Laursen is hosting a Division 7 town hall meeting at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Hussar Community Hall. Additionally, another Division 7 town hall meeting will be hosted at 6:00 pm on Thursday, November […]
Got used plastic baler twine? RECYCLE IT! Follow these 3 steps to ensure that your used twine can be accepted and recycled: SHAKE Remove as much debris, snow or ice as possible. Excessively dirty twine may be rejected, or subject to a landfill tipping fee or additional charges at drop off. BAG Plastic twine only. Bags […]
2023 Environmental Award Nomination Forms are Live! Do you know a community member, landowner, or youth who should be recognized for the great work they have done in the County? Any community member is eligible, so please consider nominating someone today! For more information and to apply, click here.
In January 2022, cleanfarms announced changes to their recycling program for <23L pesticide & fertilizer containers. Here is what cleanfarms will be doing in 2022: Providing rolls of collection bags to all ag retailers and municipalities in the province Strongly encouraging ag retailers to provide collection bags to growers at the point of purchase Strongly […]
Are you a livestock producer that may be affected by drought? To access Water Act applications, such as temporary diversion licences (TDL), you will need to have a MyAlberta Digital ID account, as well as a profile in the Digital Regulatory Assurance System (DRAS). To prevent delays in the processing of any required authorizations that […]
For the fourth year, the UFA Rural Communities Foundation (RCF) is offering up to $100,000 toensure rural Alberta remains strong.Groups who are eligible to apply include registered charities under the Canada RevenueAgency, registered non-profit organizations who are registered with either their provincial ormunicipal government and community service co-operatives. The project must be locatedwithin 200 kilometres […]
The 2022 RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship application term is now open and closes August 31, 2022! In recognition of the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, the RMA established the RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship Program in 1995. The program is designed to encourage rural Albertans to pursue further education, and thereby […]
Calling all Producers:Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is seeking YOUR input. Please take 5 minutes to complete this agroclimate survey to help collect weather-related impacts in the east-central region of Alberta. Information collected is valuable data utilized by deferral programs. Survey link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/af20af862c0e40d581d88dcdb87eef51?portalUrl=https://aafc.maps.arcgis.com Your survey participation is greatly appreciated!
The ASB Bursary program is now closed for 2022. The Wheatland County Agricultural Service Board (ASB) invites students furthering their education in the field of agriculture or environmental science to apply for the 2022 ASB Bursary. ASB will provide up to $6000 in Bursaries annually with a minimum award of $500 and a maximum award […]
Please take the time to watch the Guardians of the Grassland. A short documentary brought to you by a group of dedicated conservationists, ranchers, and Canadian filmmakers.
The film explores the current state of one of the worlds most endangered ecosystems, the Great Plains grassland, and the role that cattle play in its survival. As we reach new critical levels in the loss of these iconic landscapes, there are important truths we must face about humanity’s relationship with the land and our food.
For more information, visit the Guardians of the Grasslands’ website here.