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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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Vertical farming case study

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This report looks at the economic assessment of current vertical farming systems being marketed in Alberta and Canada. It provides an overview of the market for leafy green vegetables, a detailed... More ≫

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This report looks at the economic assessment of current vertical farming systems being marketed in Alberta and Canada. It provides an overview of the market for leafy green vegetables, a detailed description of the five chosen representative vertical farming models, an operational analysis of the inputs used in the model, and finishes with a financial analysis and conclusion.

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Economic impact of Alberta’s sugar beet industry

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This study provides an estimate of the economic importance of the sugar beet industry in Alberta. It provides information on the farm gate value of sugar beet produced, value added revenue from... More ≫

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This study provides an estimate of the economic importance of the sugar beet industry in Alberta. It provides information on the farm gate value of sugar beet produced, value added revenue from sugar beet processing, wages paid and number of people employed in each sector of the sugar beet industry. The report helps tell the story of sugar beets and what the industry contributes to the provincial economy.

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Livestock manure effects on groundwater quality in Alberta

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This study was completed to address limited Alberta-specific information on the effects of manure storage and handling on groundwater quality and improve understanding of the risk of... More ≫

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This study was completed to address limited Alberta-specific information on the effects of manure storage and handling on groundwater quality and improve understanding of the risk of manure-management activities on groundwater.

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Profile of the greenhouse industry in Alberta 2019

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This report provides benchmark data on greenhouse crop operations in Alberta as of 2019, including size and distribution of the industry, heating systems used, water and energy use trends, and... More ≫

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This report provides benchmark data on greenhouse crop operations in Alberta as of 2019, including size and distribution of the industry, heating systems used, water and energy use trends, and labour. Also included is information on opportunities and issues related to financing, the environment, business climate and regulation, competitiveness with imports, and other benchmarks and future trends. Data for the report was gathered through a survey of greenhouse operators in winter 2019-2020, and updates information provided in earlier reports.

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Economics of milk production in Alberta, 2019 : 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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2016 census of agriculture for Alberta : I. D. , M. D. , and county data by land-use region

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This publication presents farm and farm operator data taken from the 2016 Census of Agriculture, conducted on May 10, 2016. The data is specific to Alberta at the county, municipality, and... More ≫

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This publication presents farm and farm operator data taken from the 2016 Census of Agriculture, conducted on May 10, 2016. The data is specific to Alberta at the county, municipality, and improvement district level, which are equivalent to Census Consolidated Subdivisions.

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Varieties of cereal and oilseed crops for Alberta

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This publication provides information on cereal and oilseed variety performance within Alberta and northeastern British Columbia. Important agronomic characteristics are provided in tabular form... More ≫

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This publication provides information on cereal and oilseed variety performance within Alberta and northeastern British Columbia. Important agronomic characteristics are provided in tabular form for varieties of wheat, oat, barley, rye, triticale, flax and canola. Test results and updated tables are reviewed and updated annually.

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South Saskatchewan Regional Plan strategy reporting [to 2018]

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan, developed under Alberta's Land Use Framework, includes a number of strategies to maintain and diversify the agricultural economy, while recognizing and... More ≫

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan, developed under Alberta's Land Use Framework, includes a number of strategies to maintain and diversify the agricultural economy, while recognizing and enhancing environmental stewardship. This set of documents reports on actions taken to implement and act on these strategies.

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