Alberta’s farm water program has been extended.
Producers have until March 31, 2003, instead of Nov. 30, 2002, to
complete water projects. They have until May 31, 2003, to submit
applications for the program.
Water projects have been delayed as farmers wait for construction crews
to handle dugouts, wells and pipeline projects.
The provincial government is paying for one-third of development costs
to a maximum of $5,000 per producer. Application forms are available
through Alberta Agriculture’s rural services division by calling
780-422-9167, toll free by dialing 310-0000 first or through the
government website at www.agric.gov.ab.ca/farmwater.
