Notice of Application Confined Feeding Operation
Bertens Holsteins Ltd. has filed Application RA24011 with the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) to obtain an approval to expand an existing dairy confined feeding operation (CFO) on the SW 28-32-28 W4M in Mountain View County, Alberta. The application is to increase permitted livestock from 700 to 1,400 milking cows (plus associated dries and replacements) and to construct a free stall barn, heifer shelter, and manure storage pad. Filing a Response Any person who is directly affected by the application may submit a written response to the NRCB. The response must be received by the NRCB on or before 4:30 pm on February 19, 2025. Submissions should be made to the NRCB address provided below. All attachments sent electronically must be in a pdf format. A copy of the responses will be sent to the applicant for comment. Responses regarding the application may be posted on the NRCB’s public website, as they are public records and are non-confidential. Your written response must include your name, the legal land description of your residence or landholdings, mailing address, phone number, and email. You must also explain how you are directly affected. For further information please refer to the fact sheet “The Permitting Process for Confined Feeding Operations in Alberta” at www.nrcb.ca. Failure to submit a written response affects your right to apply for an NRCB Board review. Viewing the Application A complete copy of the application and supporting documents submitted by the applicant under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act may be viewed on the NRCB website at www.nrcb.ca (under Confined Feeding Operations / Notice of Approval and Registration Applications). The application will also be available for in-person viewing at the Red Deer office by appointment. If you require further information, please contact the approval officer listed below. Nathan Shirley, Approval Officer The closing date for submissions: #303, 4920 – 51 Street 4:30 pm on February 19, 2025 Red Deer, AB T4N 6K8 [email protected] Dated at Red Deer, AB on January 21, 2025 587-785-0407
