County of Barrhead

County of Barrhead Agricultural Services is advised by the Agricultural Service Board (ASB).  Agricultural Services covers a range of services, including:

• Working with rural residents to improve knowledge of weeds, pests, & diseases.
• Promote innovation in agriculture, including new products, farming techniques, and conservation practices.
• Integrates programming for the safety and well-being of our rural community, with the goal of encouraging young farmers to remain in the industry.

Agricultural Services operates legislated programming under the Weed Control Act, Agricultural Pests Act, Soil Conservation Act, Animal Health Act. Ag Services aims to assist & improve rural lifestyle & livelihoods through programs such as:

• Weed & pest control
• Education & extension
• Shelterbelt program
• Conservation & sustainability

For more information, contact the Agricultural Fieldman at 780-674-3331.