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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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Specified risk material : On-farm slaughter operations (OFSO)

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Specified risk material refers to cattle tissues that potentially contain bovine spongiform encephalopathy infectivity. This information sheet provides information on specified risk material for... More ≫

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Specified risk material refers to cattle tissues that potentially contain bovine spongiform encephalopathy infectivity. This information sheet provides information on specified risk material for anyone slaughtering cattle, including the requirements for transporting and the methods for the correct disposal of specified risk material.

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Private sewage systems installer certification list

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List of installers that hold a certificate to to obtain permits related to the installation of private sewage systems in Alberta.

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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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Agricultural societies infrastructure revitalization program

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The Agricultural Societies Infrastructure Revitalization Program provides annual capital funding to help agricultural societies make major repairs to existing infrastructure. These resources are... More ≫

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The Agricultural Societies Infrastructure Revitalization Program provides annual capital funding to help agricultural societies make major repairs to existing infrastructure. These resources are the grant program guidelines and application form.

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Large animal co-ownership : on-farm slaughter operation

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This information sheet explains the requirements for co-ownership of large live animals from an on-farm slaughter operation. A large animal, such as bison, beef or elk is one that weighs more than... More ≫

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This information sheet explains the requirements for co-ownership of large live animals from an on-farm slaughter operation. A large animal, such as bison, beef or elk is one that weighs more than 227 kg. Ownership of the large live animal is transferred when the on-farm slaughter operation sells the large live animal prior to slaughter.; this must be arranged prior to slaughter as the sale of uninspected meat remains illegal in Alberta.

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Slaughter waste as bait for hunting and trapping : on-farm slaughter operation

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This information sheet provides information on the use of slaughter waste from an on-farm slaughter operation as bait for hunting and trapping purposes. It also includes information on the... More ≫

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This information sheet provides information on the use of slaughter waste from an on-farm slaughter operation as bait for hunting and trapping purposes. It also includes information on the portions of the carcass that cannot be used as bait.

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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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