Dealing with Dry Conditions

This workshop will include speakers from Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation and Red Deer County Staff to cover a variety of resources to help you manage drought conditions on your farm. Topics will include:

• Water Access & Emergency Supports
  Provincial programs to help producers access water during dry conditions, including temporary livestock water assistance, water licences, approvals, and temporary diversion licenses.
• Agricultural Water Programs
  Funding and support for on‑farm water development, and long‑term water solutions.
• On‑the‑Ground Stewardship Solutions
  How ALUS Red Deer County can support landowners with pasture, livestock, and crop resilience during dry conditions.
• Fire Risk & Emergency Preparedness
  What dry conditions mean for wildfire risk in agricultural areas and how to prepare and reduce hazards.
• Mental Health & Community Supports
  Resources and support for managing stress, uncertainty, and mental health impacts related to drought.
  

Supper is included and will start at 5:30. Presentations to follow at 6PM

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