Richardson's Ground Squirrel Control

Liquid concentrate strychnine is no longer registered through the PMRA and Health Canada, and can no longer be sold as of March 4, 2021. On March 4, 2023 the possession and use of strychnine will be disallowed. 

Richardson’s Ground Squirrel control alternatives are available to certified applicators, and farmers (as per label) to mitigate infestations. Alternatives include (but not limited to):

Rozol RTU – a chlorophacinone product (anti-coagulant/multiple feedings required)

• Can be purchased through UFA

Burrow Oat Bait – a zinc phosphide product (acute-single dose/production of phosphine gas in stomach)

• Can be purchased through South Country CO-OP

For more information, or for other rodenticide options contact Carla Preachuk, Gary Murray, or Ryan Dovell. Contact information can be found on Agricultural Services & Contacts page. 

Richardson Ground Squirrel control information

Richardson’s Ground Squirrel Control Trial – Alternatives to Strychnine