M.D. launches Shelterbelt program to buy trees at low cost

A sign of things in bloom, the M.D. of Bonnyville’s shelterbelt program is back for another year.

The program allows M.D. residents to buy trees at a lower cost for their property to help the environment.

Planting trees helps to slow the wind against damaging crops and decreasing soil erosion, increases wildlife habitats and reduces snow drifting in the winter.

It also helps to beautify the area.

The M.D. has nearly 10,000 seedlings available and has added spruce and poplar trees as well as fruit and berry.

A natural weed suppressant, Terrafibre Tree Squares, are also for sale.

If you’re interested you’ll need to provide your legal land description for your online order which can be found on your tax assessment notice.

The program launched in 2014.