Government of Alberta

Alberta’s fuel tax is being put on pause. Beginning Oct. 1, the province will suspend its fuel tax through Dec. 31. That means a 13¢/L tax reduction on clear gasoline and diesel. For eligible producers buying marked farm fuel, which currently carries a 4¢/L provincial tax, the tax reduction is 4¢/L. The provincial government announced…

Alberta producers will no longer need Water Act approvals for certain activities involving temporary water bodies and seasonal wetlands on private cropland under changes expected to take effect later this fall. The provincial government announced it will remove approval requirements for specified agricultural activities that affect ephemeral water bodies, as well as temporary and seasonal…

Alberta farmers dealing with excessive moisture this growing season will have more time to access support through the AgriStability program. The Alberta and federal governments have announced changes for the 2026 program year, including an extension of the enrolment deadline from April 30 to October 1, 2026. The move is intended to help producers assess…

Alberta organizations working to improve the health and productivity of the province’s rangelands can apply for funding through the Rangeland Sustainability Program, with applications for 2026-27 open until September 16. The Government of Alberta is investing $1.4 million in the program this year to support projects focused on the long-term health, biodiversity and resilience of Alberta’s…

Including a focus on protecting rural communities, farms and ranches As Alberta enters the 2026 wildfire season, the provincial government says crews, equipment and emergency response systems are in place to help protect communities, forests and critical infrastructure across the province.  More than 550 seasonal firefighters have been hired for the season, with additional personnel…