In 2025, the ASBs passed resolution 1-25, advocating for reforms in the Livestock Deferral Program and Agri-Recovery initiatives. This response addressed limitations in drought assessments due to data scarcity, particularly in northern regions. Enhanced data collection and improved assessments aim to better reflect drought impacts on livestock operations across municipal boundaries.
Municipalities Declaring Disasters in 2025: A Growing Concern – Updated September 16, 2025
As of August 16, 17 rural municipalities in Alberta have already declared an Agriculture Disaster due to dry conditions, more are expected for the 2025 growing season.
Government announces “Expanding 2023 Livestock drought recovery support”
Many municipalities have been connecting with the provincial and federal governments about which municipalities were included or excluded from the 2023 Livestock drought recovery support. Yesterday the government announced an expansion of the program on the Alberta.ca Website. See link below for more information. Expanding 2023 Livestock drought recovery support The first announcement was made in October, …
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Agriculture Disasters Declared in Alberta Municipalities 2023
Declarations by Region: Southern RegionVulcan County (June 21)Foothills County (June 28)MD of Willow Creek (June 30)Cypress County (July 6) Wheatland County (July 7)MD Acadia (July 11)Special Area 2 (July 11)Special Area 3 (July 11)Special Area 4 (July 11)Cardston County (July 17)County of Forty Mile (July 6)MD Taber (July 24)Starland County (July 26)Kneehill County (July 25)County …
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County of Stettler Declares Agriculture Disaster Due to Drought
Lack of spring moisture leaves land stressed, entering prime growing season. A very light snow pack with no run-off combined with an early and extended heat wave and no moisture led Council to declare an Agricultural Disaster in the County of Stettler on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at their Regular Council Meeting. Read full declaration …
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Webinar – Drought Resilience Perspective
June 20, 2023 7pm Panel discussion on drought strategies and resilience The Alberta Forage Industry Network (AFIN) is hosting a zoom webinar event to talk about managing through dry conditions. From AFIN website: "Join us for a chat about the current drought situation in Alberta and the mental health impacts it can have on those …
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