On November 16, a free webinar was held which covered native eco-buffer and shelterbelt basics, including tree selection, site prep and planting. The webinar featured guest speaker Toso Bozic, ISA Certified Arborist, and tree expert from Yard Whisperers.
Trees give protection from wind for people and livestock, they trap snow and valuable moisture, and they provide a home and food for many wildlife species. Red Deer County has several programs that help County landowners plant more trees.
Landowners may be eligible to apply for funding to plant trees for many purposes. The County's Conservation Coordinator, Ken Lewis, is available to help you access this funding through our ALUS program for agricultural lands, and Green Acreages for acreage properties.
Rent a Tree Planter and a Tree Plastic Mulch Applicator for no cost. To book equipment contact Agricultural Services at 403.342.8654 or see Rental Equipment.
View our tree pruning fact sheets or this helpful information available for beginner pruners. For any large pruning, please contact a professional certified arborist. Please note that there is a yearly pruning ban in effect on Dutch Elm from April 1 - September 30.
For questions regarding tree health or to find out if a tree is on private land or County land, contact Agriculture Services at 403.342.8654 or agriculture@rdcounty.ca.
Part 7 Sec 59-7 of the Red Deer County land use bylaw states "Within the Agricultural District no windbreak or solid fence shall be located within 25 metres (82 feet) from the centre line of any public road other than a lane, or as otherwise approved by the Development Authority". (Bylaw No. 2017/23). For more information, please contact Planning & Development.
tree pests & disease
alberta forest pest diagnostic system
Use this site to diagnose tree pests in Alberta. For the purpose of this diagnostic tool, the term "pest" is used for any agent that can adversely affect the health, vigour or aesthetic quality of trees. Click here to use the site.
Tree Care Videos
A great resource on general tree care, check out the latest videos from Rob Spencerand Toso Bozic.
Part 1: What's Wrong with My Trees - Diagnostics. Click Here
Part 2: What's Wrong with My Trees - Diseases. Click Here
Part 3: What's Wrong with My Trees - Insect Pests. Click Here
Part 4: What's Wrong with My Trees - Physiological Issues. Click Here
Part 5: What's Wrong with My Trees - Fall Winter Care. Click Here
Part 6: What's Wrong with My Trees - Spring and Summer. Click Here