Shelterbelt program is now closed. Check back again in January 2027.
County residents have an annual opportunity to order:
- Many varieties of shelterbelt tree seedlings
- Hemp squares for mulch
- "Planting for Pollinators" package.
Shelterbelt trees are now only available through our new online store! If you need help purchasing trees online, call the County of Barrhead at 780-674-3331.
2026 Tree Order Pickup
Have you ordered shelterbelt trees in 2026? Please pick up your order:
- May 15, 2026 (one day only)
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (open over lunch)
- County of Barrhead Ag Shop (5405 West Boundary Road, Barrhead)
All orders must be picked up on May 15, 2026. We are not able to hold or care for trees after this date. You do not need to personally pick up trees - if you're unavailable to pick up your order on May 15, please arrange for someone else to collect it on your behalf.
Benefits of a Shelterbelt
Planting a shelterbelt can provide many benefits and serve multiple functions. For example, a shelterbelt planted:
- Along a crop field can prevent soil erosion and trap snow to increase moisture
- Around livestock operations can help manage farm odour, dust, and other air emissions
- Around a farmstead can protect from high winds, minimize snow drifting in winter, and increases pollinator & wildlife habitat
Major Shelterbelt Projects
Thinking of planting a large shelterbelt project?
Funding & planning support for major planting projects (200+ trees) may be available!
For shelterbelt consultation, contact ALUS Coordinator Lisa Card at 780-674-3331 or lcard@countybarrhead.ab.ca.
