Agricultural Service Boards (ASBs) play a crucial role in local agricultural decision-making in Alberta, addressing issues that require collaborative efforts. Their Provincial Committee connects local needs to provincial actions, evolving through various strategic planning processes. A 2026 survey aims to gather input from diverse stakeholders to strengthen the ASB system.
New Alberta Blue Book App
Now available for Apple and Android The Alberta Blue Book has gone digital and now gives farmers a faster and more convenient way to access trusted crop protection information wherever the job takes them. The new Alberta Blue Book App is now available for Apple and Android devices. It delivers nearly 50 years of trusted …
Updates from ADM ASB Town Hall: Key Highlights
On June 23, Agricultural Service Boards (ASBs) convened for a town hall highlighting program updates, including the Emergency Use Registration (EUR) for strychnine in managing Richardson’s ground squirrels (RGS). Discussions also covered wild boar control, moisture conditions, and new weed management mechanisms for well sites. ASBs were encouraged to document impacts for future EUR applications.
ASBPC is Updating their Strategic Plan
This spring the ASB Provincial Committee is working with a facilitator with the Community Development Unit, for the Ministry of Arts, Culture and the Status of Women to update the 2020 strategic plan. For the first time, this processes is being lead by the ASBPC and the Municipal Councils and Rural Municipalities of Alberta have …
Strychnine Emergency Use Approved for Ground Squirrel Control
March 30, 2026 the Canadian Federal government posted a statement on their decision to move forward and allow Emergency Use Registration of 2% Strychnine for Richardson's Ground Squirrel control in the 2026 growing season. Statement from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-food on Strychnine in Alberta and Saskatchewan - March 30, …
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Engage in Canada’s Next Agricultural Policy Consultation
National consultations for Canada's Next Policy Framework will run until December 2027, comprising two phases. The first phase will collect feedback until June 30, 2026, before a second phase begins in fall 2026. This framework aims to strengthen the agriculture sector from 2028 to 2033, succeeding the current Sustainable CAP.
Why Lacombe Matters: Protecting Canada’s Beef & Forage Innovation Network
Urging the federal government to reconsider the closure of the Lacombe Research and Development Centre. For more than 119 years, Lacombe has been a cornerstone of Canadian agricultural innovation . It is not simply a research station — it is a national asset. From forage breeding and feed efficiency research to meat science, carcass grading, and food …
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Enhancing Agricultural Collaboration in Alberta
The ASB Provincial Committee's strategic plan emphasizes collaboration in the agricultural sector. On February 20th, it hosted discussions with industry groups to align priorities for mutual benefit. Ongoing campaigns encourage local engagement, focusing on traceability, nutrient stewardship, and open dialogue between producers and officials to enhance support for farmers and municipalities.
Key Takeaways from the Provincial ASB Townhall
At the Provincial ASB Conference, ADM John Conrad emphasized the strong collaboration between Alberta's Agricultural Service Boards (ASBs) and the Ministry of Agriculture. Celebrating its 80th year, the ASB program reinforced financial support, mental health initiatives, and trade efforts, promoting stability, innovation, and effective problem-solving for Alberta's agricultural sector.
Inside the November ASBPC–Minister Meeting
On November 17, the Agricultural Service Board Provincial Committee met with the Minister of Agriculture to discuss priorities for rural municipalities. Key topics included budget constraints, Richardson Ground Squirrel control, veterinary shortages, mental health in agriculture, and on-farm slaughter regulations. ASBs are encouraged to document impacts and prepare for future initiatives.
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