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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPOL-003-22 Operation of the Agricultural Servce Board COUNTY OF NEWELL - POLICY HANDBOOK POLICY NO: POL-003-22 TITLE: OPERATION OF THE AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD ADOPTED: October 20, 2022 (C-300/22) SUPERCEDES NO: 2016-PAG-004 PAGE NO: 1 of 2 POLICY PURPOSE: The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for the operation of the County of Newell Agricultural Service Board (ASB) _______ POLICY GUIDELINES: 1. The ASB will be made up of all Council. 2. The Reeve will assume the role of ASB Chairman as part of their duties. 3. The ASB will promote and develop agricultural policies to meet the needs of the municipality. 4. The ASB will identify the need for extension meetings and programs (demonstrations and projects etc.) and organize such as needed 5. The ASB will advise and direct the Agricultural Services Department on the following: a. Weed and pest control b. Soil and water conservation programs. c. The control of livestock disease under the Animal Health Act. d. The promotion, enhancement and protection of viable and sustainable agriculture with a view to improving the economic viability of municipal ratepayers and the Municipality. POL-003-22 OPERATION OF THE AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD Page 2 of 2 Agricultural Services Mission Statement In partnership with others, the ASB through the Agricultural Services Department provides and administers agricultural programs and services to the agricultural community to encourage sustainable farming practices within the municipality. Agricultural Services Guiding Principles - Work in partnership and co-operation with landowners - Proactive role in agricultural issues - Service orientated - Credible source of information GOALS 1. To provide agricultural programs and services that reflect current trends and issues in agriculture and that will benefit agricultural producers, residents and industry in the County of Newell. 2. To administer the present Weed Control Act, Soil Conservation Act, Agricultural Pests Act and encourage responsible stewardship of soil and water resources. 3. To promote the role of the Agricultural Services Department to agricultural producers and industry in the County. 4. To foster the growth and development of partnerships between the County of Newell ASB, Government and/or private industry. 5. To operate an effective, viable Agricultural Services Department with adequate human and financial resources.