Articles for category Agriculture
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Have you admired the striking purple loosestrife? Its tiny purple flowers bloom from the bottom to the top of the stalk, creating a mesmerizing display that conceals its harmful nature. Though beautiful, this perilous plant is listed as Prohibited Noxious on the Alberta Weed Control Act, meaning all Read More...
Monday, July 22, 2024
Drought severely impacts tree health by preventing growth, causing injury or death, and increasing vulnerability to wildfires, pests, and diseases. This leads to widespread tree mortality, affecting urban areas, farms, and entire regions, disrupting ecosystems and the environment. Although Read More...
Monday, July 22, 2024
Tired of battling mosquitoes buzzing around your yard? Increased standing water can lead to an increase in pesky mosquito numbers. Here are five tips and tricks to manage them on your property. Get rid of as much standing water on your property as possible. Keep a close eye on any containers that Read More...
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Every year, Rocky View County hires seasonal staff to help in the battle against invasive weed species. Weed inspectors will be throughout the County this summer inspecting both private and public property to help stop the spread of regulated weeds listed as noxious and prohibited noxious on the Read More...
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Have you encountered Canada thistle on your property? Known for its menacing spiny leaves and small purple or pink urn shaped flowers. Canada thistle boasts more than just its looks-it harbours an incredible secret below the surface! Its roots reach as deep as 18 ft below ground. This perennial weed Read More...
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Register now for Rocky View County’s 37th annual Agricultural Tour! This day-long bus tour will feature farms and ag-businesses in the north central area of the county! This year’s tour will feature Highline Mushrooms, Gallelli Farms, Canadiana Equestrian Centre, Cairns Feedyard and other Read More...
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Southern Alberta is known for endless prairie landscapes with natural cottonwood and some willows. Closer to the mountains and foothills there are plenty of white spruce, pines, aspen, balsam poplar and in some places Douglas fir. Most of the trees you see around yards, fields, streets, parks, and Read More...
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Located in Rocky View County, just west of Highway 22, the Cochrane Ecological Institute has been a beacon of hope for Alberta's wildlife and ecosystems since 1964. As it marks its 60th anniversary, the Smeeton family remains dedicated to their mission of ecosystem restoration, which includes Read More...
Monday, April 29, 2024
Each year Rocky View County’s Agriculture Service team works to partner and offer many workshops for residents whether you run a large farm operation, have an acreage or want to care for your yard! Here is a preview of some upcoming workshops that might interest you (confirmed and to be confirmed)! Read More...
Thursday, April 25, 2024
As part of the County's annual weed control program, crews will be spraying invasive weeds in Division 3, 4, and 7 this year. Division's roadsides are sprayed on a three-year rotation and spot treatment will occur in other divisions throughout the county. Weed spraying is used as part of an Read More...
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Drought resiliency is important to us at Rocky View County. With many users across several watersheds, the ability to conserve and use water efficiently in the County is a crucial part to mitigating the risks associated with the current drought situation.With many news articles and workshops Read More...
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Did you know Rocky View County has a trap rental program through Agricultural and Environmental Services?Several different types of traps are available to residents for a two-week period to safely trap and remove unwanted animal pests on your county property. All traps are live capture, and it is up Read More...
Friday, April 5, 2024
In 2023 Tyler Duffy, a filmmaker, director, and actor based in Central Alberta, directed and produced a documentary film called "Farms of the Future: The Evolution of Agriculture." The film was shot on various dates between May 2023 and October 2023, to capture the full farming season from seeding Read More...
Friday, April 5, 2024
Whether you plant trees for shelterbelts, windbreaks, eco-buffers, or afforestation, regardless, proper site assessment and preparation is essential for successful tree establishment. Tree seedlings require four basic elements to grow: water, nutrients, sunlight, and space. Site preparation refers Read More...
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Rocky View County is currently accepting project applications for the Alternate Land Use Services (ALUS) program. These projects provide ecological goods and services such as cleaner water and air, flood control and water retention, carbon sequestration, increased biodiversity including wildlife and Read More...
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