New Alberta program to support the exit of wild boar on farms

Dec 05, 2025

Alberta is rolling out new measures to get a handle on wild boar, an invasive species that continues to cause serious damage across rural areas.

The province has introduced and opened applications for the new Wild Boar On-Farm Exit Program, which supports farmers and landowners who want to remove wild boars or transition out of wild boar farming.

Preventing damage

Wild boar have become more than a nuisance in Alberta and many other jurisdictions. They’re a growing threat to livestock operations and the environment.

In Alberta, wild boar can:

Push out wildlife and disrupt ecosystems by competing for habitat and food.
Tear up pastures and hay land, damaging forage stands and creating costly repairs.
Harass cattle, contaminate feed and water sources, and even prey on young livestock.
Spread diseases that can impact livestock, pets, wildlife, or even people.
Destroy wetlands and riparian areas, contributing to erosion and water contamination.

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