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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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Invasive plants in Alberta. Horticulture industry

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants.

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Home composting : how to build and maintain a composting bin

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Home composting is a way of recycling kitchen and yard wastes safely and simply in your own back yard. Composting speeds up the natural breakdown of organic material into particles and nutrients.... More ≫

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Home composting is a way of recycling kitchen and yard wastes safely and simply in your own back yard. Composting speeds up the natural breakdown of organic material into particles and nutrients. These particles and nutrients contribute to better growing conditions for plants by breaking up heavy soils, increasing soil nutrient content and helping soil retain air and water.

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