Agriculture News

This fall, Parkland County, Sturgeon County, Woodlands County, and Leduc County are joining to present a webinar series on prairie fruit orchard management. Registration is required for these zoom sessions, taking place Nov. 26th & Dec. 3rd. 

Farmland in Alberta is uniquely important for bat conservation. Many of our bats feed over crops and pastures and may target insects that harass livestock. Old farmyard buildings are often used as roosts and can be critical for supporting local bat populations. Ensuring bat-friendly practices on farms and creating conditions where bats can thrive are important for healthy ecosystems across Alberta. 

Purchase your tickets to join the Alberta Lake Management Society at their annual conference to hear engaging presentations on topics related to invasive species, environmental DNA, artificial beaver dams and more!

Did you know? The Government of Alberta is gathering input on a regulatory approach for collecting and regulating agricultural plastics waste. Please provide your input to help inform the policies and decision-making related to a regulatory approach for the management of agricultural plastics waste. An online survey has been created and will take 25-30 minutes. *Note the survey closes September 12 at 11:59 p.m.  

Each year WCOWMA hosts a September Awareness Week, which focuses on how to properly operate and maintain your On-Site Wastewater Treatment System, commonly called a septic system. This year’s Septic Awareness Week takes place from September 15 to 19, 2025.

Giant Hogweed always causes a stir, and rightfully so! Exposure to the plant’s sap can cause redness and inflammation, severe skin burns, eye damage, and phototoxic (light‑sensitivity) reactions for years after contact.

Despite their poor reputation, skunks are docile creatures that can benefit your property if managed correctly. 

We want residents to know that Emerald Ash Borer was added to the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act, which will restrict the importation, purchase, sale, disposal, transportation, transplanting, or distribution of an infested item or pest, and will be enforceable once Emerald Ash Borer is included under the Pest and Nuisance Control Regulation (PNCR) which will take place in the coming months.

Citizen science refers to the involvement of the public in scientific research. Data collected by citizen scientists can be of great importance to scientists, land managers, and the public for research, conservation, and planning.