Spring is around the corner, and so are the gophers! Last year the gopher population was out of control in many parts of Saskatchewan.
To effectively manage gopher populations, you need to start early. When using chemical control, be sure to start baiting as soon as the adult males emerge in late February to early March. Once green growth appears, gophers are not likely to consume the bait. Approved rodenticides are available at most agricultural supply stores.
SARM will once again administer the Ground squirrel ((Richardson’s, Franklin’s, and thirteen-lined) and Northern pocket gopher) Control Program on behalf of the province, and will post updated guidelines soon. Rate payers can receive rebates of up 50% of their qualifying control costs. Receipts for gopher control products must be submitted to the RM office by July 31, 2026.
--> To find out more about the control of the Richardson's Ground Squirrel visit Saskatchewan.ca
--> To read the most current SARM Gopher Control Program details visit SARM.ca.
--> List of Registered Gopher Control Products on Health Canada