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On-farm slaughter operation : food safety and animal welfare learning modules

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These food safety modules are required reading for an applicant wishing to become a licensed on-farm slaughter operation for the purposes of slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat... More ≫

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These food safety modules are required reading for an applicant wishing to become a licensed on-farm slaughter operation for the purposes of slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products. OFSO applicants must also complete and submit the learning modules quiz included in this record.

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Food news [2024]

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The Food and Bio Processing Branch publishes the monthly Food News to inform Alberta’s food, beverage and agricultural processing industries about the following topics: webinars and events;... More ≫

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The Food and Bio Processing Branch publishes the monthly Food News to inform Alberta’s food, beverage and agricultural processing industries about the following topics: webinars and events; industry support programs; funding opportunities; resources; regulatory updates; Alberta Food Processors Association courses/programming; and, Food Processing Development Centre information.

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On-farm slaughter operation : processing, storing and transporting waste and meat products

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Identifies best practices for handling and storing of meat processing waste, safely storing final meat products and food-safe shipping and receiving practices for on-farm slaughter operations.... More ≫

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Identifies best practices for handling and storing of meat processing waste, safely storing final meat products and food-safe shipping and receiving practices for on-farm slaughter operations. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : planning and designing a processing facility

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Provides information to help on-farm slaughter operators to design a processing facility that supports the hygienic production, handling and storage of meat, including guidance on materials used... More ≫

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Provides information to help on-farm slaughter operators to design a processing facility that supports the hygienic production, handling and storage of meat, including guidance on materials used for floors, walls, ceiling, doors and food contact surfaces. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : water and ice safety

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Describes the risks to water safety and the importance of reliable, potable and safe water and ice used in meat processing to prevent contamination of product or the processing facility. This... More ≫

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Describes the risks to water safety and the importance of reliable, potable and safe water and ice used in meat processing to prevent contamination of product or the processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : personal hygiene facilities

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Describes the personal hygiene practices and hygiene facility requirements needed to prevent food poisoning in an on-farm processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information... More ≫

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Describes the personal hygiene practices and hygiene facility requirements needed to prevent food poisoning in an on-farm processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : worker and product flow

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Describes the importance of designing the worker and product flow of an on-farm slaughter operation, which will help identify incompatible activities and prevent cross contamination of finished... More ≫

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Describes the importance of designing the worker and product flow of an on-farm slaughter operation, which will help identify incompatible activities and prevent cross contamination of finished products. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : pest management

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Identifies effective pest management practices to reduce or prevent pests from entering the processing area of an on-farm processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information... More ≫

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Identifies effective pest management practices to reduce or prevent pests from entering the processing area of an on-farm processing facility. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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On-farm slaughter operation : potable water testing

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they... More ≫

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they are using safe and potable water in their processing facilities. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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Alberta approved farmers' markets : market statistics

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The information contained in this document is compiled from approved farmers’ markets across Alberta. The information contained can help to provide a snapshot of the industry and help individual... More ≫

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The information contained in this document is compiled from approved farmers’ markets across Alberta. The information contained can help to provide a snapshot of the industry and help individual market organizers make decisions about their markets.

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