Agricultural Service Board
The County of Two Hills ASB Department is directed by the Agricultural Service Board (ASB). The ASB strives to act with respect to, and assist in, proper land utilization and its production with a view to improving the economic well being of the farmer, and to develop and promote agricultural policies to meet the needs of the agricultural community in the County.
ASB activities include: providing for weed and pest control, soil and water conservation, assisting in the control of animal diseases, encouraging sustainable agriculture to improve the economic viability of producers, and promoting agricultural policies that meet the needs of the municipality.
Agricultural Fieldman
Elden Kozak
Email:
Fieldman - Operations
Sara Miller
Email:
Office: 780-657-3358
Toll Free: 877-657-3359
Fax: 780-657-3504
AAAF Memorial Bursary
The bursary is intended for students continuing their education at a College or University. Students must be enrolled in an agricultural or environmental science program. There is a $1000 bursary available in each calendar year for each of the 5 provincial regions of the Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen.
For more information on the AAAF Memorial Bursary, click here.
To view or download the AAAF Memorial Bursary Application, click here.
Agricultural Programs
The ASB Department can provide information on Integrated Vegetation Management (weed control, roadside spraying and mowing programs) and Pest Control (clubroot, fusarium, coyote and beaver control, and other pest issues).
For more information, click here.
Environmental Programs
The Municipal Conservation Coordinator is available to provide information on and assistance with environmental plans and programs. Programs available include Alberta Environmental Farm Plan, Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP), Farm Energy and Agri-Processing Program (FEAP), On-Farm Solar Photovoltaics Program and Shelterbelts.
For more information, click here.
Equipment Rental | Custom Services
The ASB Department offers a wide variety of equipment for rent or sale, as well as custom services. Contact the ASB Department to reserve equipment or arrange for custom services.
For more information, click here.
Producer Sponsorship
The Agricultural Service Board will sponsor a number of local producers by providing paid registrations and accommodations to attend conferences that provide the latest information and developments in the Agricultural/Environmental Industry.
For more information, click here.
Workshops
The ASB Department offers various workshops throughout the year to provide agricultural information and education.
For more information, click here.
Resources
Stress Resources
- Alberta Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2642 or Dial 811
- The Do More Agriculture Foundation Do More Ag is a not-for-profit organization focusing on mental health in agriculture across Canada.
Government Links & Resources
- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
- Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
- Alberta Environment and Parks
- Alberta Insect Pest Monitoring Network
- Canadian Food Inspection Agency
- Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen
Environmental Resources
- Ag Plastics Fact Sheet
- Alberta Invasive Species Council
- Cows and Fish (Alberta Habitat Management Society)
- Ducks Unlimited
- Natural Resources Conservation Board
- Vermillion River Watershed Alliance
- North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance
- Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension Society
- Alberta Beef Producers
- Canadian Cattlemen’s Association
- Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC)
- Canadian Cattle Identification Agency
- Livestock Identification Services Ltd.
- Alberta Barley
- Alberta Canola Producers Commission
- Alberta Wheat Commission
- Canola Council of Canada