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COUNTY NEWELL
OF
NE W ELL
For Immediate Release
County of Newell Declares Agricultural Disaster for Drought
August 5, 2021— Due to the prolonged drought conditions, County of Newell Council declared an Agricultural
Disaster for Drought during today's Council meeting. This declaration was made to address and draw attention
to the significant widespread drought conditions which are impacting agricultural producers in the County of
Newell.
The County of Newell is no stranger to dry and challenging conditions; however, the conditions being seen
throughout the region this year are uncharacteristically severe. Low soil moisture in the spring, lack of
seasonal rain, and the prolonged heat wave in June and July have amplified the challenges farmers and
ranchers are now facing. These drought conditions are affecting pasture conditions, access to water and
reduced dryland forage and crop yields.
The County of Newell recognizes the importance of our agriculture industry not only to our municipality and
province, but the country and globe. It is our hope to effectively support our producers during this difficult
time.
Molly Douglass - Reeve
County of Newell
183037 RR145 (Box 130), Brooks, AB T1 R 1 B2 Check us out on social media
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