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Farmers’ market manager training : Level 1

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This training manual: contains information about the Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program; discusses the minimum requirements of approved farmers' markets; describes the roles of the various... More ≫

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This training manual: contains information about the Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program; discusses the minimum requirements of approved farmers' markets; describes the roles of the various stakeholders, including the market manager; and outlines the legislation and regulations which impact vendors selling at farmers' markets and the expectation for the market manager in enforcing compliance with legislation. Appendices identified in the manual are published separately - see https://www.alberta.ca/resources-for-farmers-market-managers.aspx for a complete set of links.

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Alberta crop report [2021]

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The Alberta Crop Report provides timely provincial and regional summaries of crop production in Alberta during the crop season, and is used by industry and other stakeholders for various purposes,... More ≫

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The Alberta Crop Report provides timely provincial and regional summaries of crop production in Alberta during the crop season, and is used by industry and other stakeholders for various purposes, including drought monitoring and forecasting of production insurance payments. The report is also used to validate some of the Alberta crop estimates generated by Statistics Canada. Data for the report is collected through regular surveys on moisture and crop conditions, progress of seeding and harvesting, insect and disease situation, yield potential and crop quality, etc., along with information from other sources. Alberta Agriculture and Forestry (AF) has delivered the Alberta Crop Reporting Program to clients since 1940.

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What to expect when inspecting : honey bee colony inspections and results

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Resource on what is looked for during honey bee inspections and how to interpret results once the inspection is completed.

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Economics of milk production in Alberta, 2020 : the dairy cost study

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Tracks the costs and returns information on milk production in Alberta and serves as a valuable benchmarking tool for dairy producers as well as other dairy industry partners.

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The dairy cost study : economics of milk production in Alberta

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Tracks the costs and returns information on milk production in Alberta and serves as a valuable benchmarking tool for dairy producers as well as other dairy industry partners.

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Dutch elm disease prevention/control measures : responsibilities and authority under the APA

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Under the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act (APA), all municipalities, counties and municipal districts in Alberta have the authority and responsibility to prevent and control Dutch elm disease.... More ≫

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Under the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act (APA), all municipalities, counties and municipal districts in Alberta have the authority and responsibility to prevent and control Dutch elm disease. This fact sheet explains the powers and responsibilities outlined under the APA's prevention and control measures, and describes measures that should be taken to prevent and control the spread of the disease.

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Catch basin design and management

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This fact sheet provides operators with information for designing, maintaining and managing a catch basin at a confined feeding operation as a method of controlling surface water runoff.

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Developing a promotional plan [2021]

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Developed to support businesses in the agri-food industry, this information sheet discusses how to create a product image for your goods and how to incorporate this image into a promotion package.

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Market research [2021]

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This fact sheet explains the importance that market research can play in helping a business make informed business decisions.

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Explained in brief : value-added industries

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Presents a high-level overview of value-added industries in the agri-food industry, namely food and beverage manufacturing in Alberta.

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