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2020 Strychnine Sales

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Due to the current circumstances with COVID-19, strychnine will be sold by appointment only, beginning April 21, 2020.

This can be arranged by calling 780-663-3730 and speaking with the Agriculture Department.

Beaver County will be selling 2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate to farmers who are experiencing severe Richardson Ground Squirrel infestations in annual crops, forage crops, rangeland, and pastures.

**PRICE**    $10.50 per 250 ml vial or $250.00 per case

  • MAXIMUM of two (2) cases may be purchased, based on infestation level.
  • Legal land locations will be required for ALL areas intended for application.
  • Persons whose farming status is unknown to the County will be required to produce documentation that shows involvement in an active farming operation.


    Payment will ONLY be accepted by cheque or pre-arranged credit card payment.