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Collection Events for Unwanted Pesticides and Old Livestock/Equine Medications

Do you have unwanted pesticides or livestock/equine medications? Cleanfarms is running free collection events in Marwayne on October 6 and Vermilion on October 7 from 9am-4pm. This only happens every 3 years so these events are a great opportunity to safely dispose of old chemicals and meds. See the poster for more details and a link for more information, including what will be accepted.

 

 What's In

  • Unwanted (or “obsolete”) agricultural pesticides including seed treatment (identified with a Pest Control Product number on the label; including used miticide strips).
  • Commercial pesticides for golf courses and industrial and commercial pest control products (identified with a Pest Control Product number on the label).
  • Livestock/equine medications that are used on-farm in the rearing of livestock, poultry or horses in an agricultural context (identified with a DIN number, serial number, notification number or Pest Control Product number on the label).

What's Out

  • Treated seed/seed that is treated
  • Fertilizer, diluted solution, large quantities of unopened product
  • Full and unopened jugs of adjuvant or surfactant
  • Needles or sharps, medicated feed, aerosol containers, premises disinfectants and sanitizers, veterinary clinic waste and medications, ear tags, and aerosols
  • Domestic pesticides, fertilizers and animal health products
  • Any other household hazardous waste.

If you are unsure whether your product fits the scope of this collection please call 877-622-4460 or Cleanfarms at info@cleanfarms.ca

AAAF Memorial Bursary

The Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen Northeast Region will award two $1000 bursaries to students enrolled in a College or University Agricultural or Environmental Science program. For more information on eligibility requirements and applications, visit the AAAF website.

Avian Influenza

Avian influenza is highly contagious to poultry and presents a significant national concern as wild birds migrate to Canada because of its spread in wild bird populations globally. Avian influenza poses no risk to food safety and the risk to human health is extremely low.

The County of Vermilion River is not directly involved in managing Avian Influenza but is sharing this information as a resource for residents and producers. Any questions should be directed to the CFIA.

Avian influenza, commonly known as “bird flu”, is a contagious viral infection that can affect several species of domestic birds as well as pet birds and wild birds. Bird owners are legally responsible to notify authorities of a suspected infection. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) provides emergency response to limit the spread of disease and provides support for containment and decontamination. 

Infected premises are placed under quarantine by CFIA and control measures are established on other farms within proximity of the infected premises. Biosecurity measures are important for ALL poultry flocks – please take measures to protect your own and your neighbor’s flocks.

How is avian influenza spread?

  • Diseased wild birds
  • Feed
  • Bedding
  • Water that may have been contaminated by infected bird feces
  • Contact with neighboring flocks
  • New birds added to existing flocks
  • On equipment or clothing and shoes of visitors

How to protect your flock

  • Keep poultry away from areas used by wild birds
  • Store feed where it cannot be contaminated by wild birds
  • Water birds from clean water sources (not ponds or dugouts)
  • Quarantine new birds for 30 days away from your existing flock
  • Limit visitors to your facility
  • Review your facility cleaning and disinfection protocols
  • Monitor your birds for signs of disease and contact your veterinarian or the local CFIA office (403-629-1728) if you suspect your birds are sick

For poultry producers and owners with backyard flocks or pet birds, the CFIA website contains resources on avian flu and biosecurity measures.

Growing Hemp In Alberta

Hemp may potentially be a viable crop alternative within the County of Vermilion River.  Alberta Agriculture and Forestry's "Growing Hemp in Alberta" is a good reference if producers are looking for more information on this crop. 

Growing Hemp in Alberta