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Water wells ... that last : a guide for private well owners in Alberta

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells... More ≫

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells which is key to protecting groundwater supplies. Topics include: groundwater basics, water system planning, water well construction, contamination risks, monitoring, maintenance, water well rehabilitation, shock chlorination, troubleshooting well problems, water well decommissioning, water treatment, groundwater management and water well licensing.

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Relocation of livestock facilities planning guide

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This publication was developed to assist producers in identifying the environmental risks associated with their current livestock facilities, helping them determine how to mitigate the risks and... More ≫

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This publication was developed to assist producers in identifying the environmental risks associated with their current livestock facilities, helping them determine how to mitigate the risks and steps to consider when relocating facilities.

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Raising chickens in Alberta : a guide for small flock owners

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This guide is intended for small flock, backyard and urban chicken owners. Some of the topics covered in the guide include: regulations; basic chicken needs; chicken house design and sanitation;... More ≫

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This guide is intended for small flock, backyard and urban chicken owners. Some of the topics covered in the guide include: regulations; basic chicken needs; chicken house design and sanitation; egg management; meat processing; appropriate behaviours in chickens; care of chicks; and care of chickens during the winter.

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Manure and pasture management for horse owners

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Whether you are boarding at a stable, own an acreage, or house horses on a farm or ranch, specific environmental land management practices can benefit your horse's health and well-being. The... More ≫

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Whether you are boarding at a stable, own an acreage, or house horses on a farm or ranch, specific environmental land management practices can benefit your horse's health and well-being. The decisions you make for housing and pasturing your horses have a major effect on the land and your horse's productivity. This guide has been compiled to provide you with options and references to help you manage the manure pile, maintain and improve your pastures, and provide a healthy and beautiful piece of land to live and ride on.

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Horse handling facilities

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This publication features information on horse stable designs, site planning, horse shelters, corral and fence construction, manure handling, feed storage and handling, and riding arenas. It tells... More ≫

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This publication features information on horse stable designs, site planning, horse shelters, corral and fence construction, manure handling, feed storage and handling, and riding arenas. It tells how to plan and build these facilities and shows the details with 63 color photos, illustrations and diagrams.

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Corrals for handling beef cattle

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This comprehensive guide features information on cattle behavior, handling techniques, corral design corral geometry and corral components. It's packed with over 60 designs and corral plans. It... More ≫

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This comprehensive guide features information on cattle behavior, handling techniques, corral design corral geometry and corral components. It's packed with over 60 designs and corral plans. It has been reviewed by industry experts including Temple Grandin, the internationally recognized expert on cattle behavior from Colorado State University.

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Farm house plans ... designed for Alberta living [1968]

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Includes a number of typical farm home designs developed by Alberta Agriculture to serve as guides for interested home builders in Alberta.

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Farm house plans ... designed for Alberta living [1962]

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Includes a number of typical farm home designs developed by Alberta Agriculture to serve as guides for interested home builders in Alberta.

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