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.
Insights from the ASB Spring Townhall Meeting
The ASB Grant Program has been renewed with $66.4 million allocated, supporting municipal agricultural services. The Weed Act Review progresses with updates to regulations prioritized. Actions to manage wild boar and veterinary shortages are underway, while new regulations protect agricultural lands from renewable projects. Emergency season challenges due to drought are being monitored.
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