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Veneer dues rates [2021]

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Monthly notice of the general rate of timber dues for timber that is used to make veneer products. Timber dues and other fees associated with timber dispositions are collected by the province to... More ≫

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Monthly notice of the general rate of timber dues for timber that is used to make veneer products. Timber dues and other fees associated with timber dispositions are collected by the province to ensure that Albertans receive fair compensation for the use of publicly-owned forest resources. The timber dues rates applied are based on current market and financial conditions are can be found in Table 4 of the Timber Dues Ministerial Order.

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Coyote predation control manual and study guide [2021]

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Coyote predation is a concern of all livestock producers. Various control methods are available for the control of coyotes, including toxicants to be used as a last resort. Animal Health and... More ≫

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Coyote predation is a concern of all livestock producers. Various control methods are available for the control of coyotes, including toxicants to be used as a last resort. Animal Health and Assurance Branch of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development (AFRED) holds a registration for one toxicant for coyote control (Sodium Monofluoroacetate). In order to administer this restricted material safely, and limit the effects of toxicant on non-target wildlife, AFRED requires anyone issuing, using, or handling coyote control devices to be trained and possess a valid Form 7 Permit. The objective of this manual is to inform Form 7 Permit holders as to when, how, and what control devices to issue for a coyote control problem.

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Video ante-mortem inspection : operator responsibilities

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This directive outlines the procedures and responsibilities under the Video Ante-Mortem Inspection (VAMI) Program. The program allows for animals that cannot be transported to an abattoir to... More ≫

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This directive outlines the procedures and responsibilities under the Video Ante-Mortem Inspection (VAMI) Program. The program allows for animals that cannot be transported to an abattoir to receive an ante-mortem inspection via video technology and be humanely slaughtered onsite.

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Summary report Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project : 2018–2020 supplement

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Research has shown that in Alberta, the amount of phosphorus in streams increases with agricultural intensity in watersheds. The goal of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project was to determine... More ≫

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Research has shown that in Alberta, the amount of phosphorus in streams increases with agricultural intensity in watersheds. The goal of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project was to determine if wide-spread adoption of environmental beneficial management practices would improve water quality at the watershed scale, as well as to develop the Alberta Phosphorus Management Tool. This report supplements the previously published 2013–2017 Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project progress report by summarizing the results and progress of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project from 2018–2020.

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Forest management agreement : Tolko Industries Ltd. (High Prairie)

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Represents the Forest Management Agreement (FMA) signed between the Crown and Tolko Industries Ltd. An FMA provides the company with rights to harvest and reforest trees on Crown land, and ensures... More ≫

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Represents the Forest Management Agreement (FMA) signed between the Crown and Tolko Industries Ltd. An FMA provides the company with rights to harvest and reforest trees on Crown land, and ensures activities are carried out in a sustainable manner. The Agreement duration is from May 2021 to April 2041.

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Governance at a glance : Marketing of Agricultural Products Act : review and appeal

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Provides an overview of the review and appeal process under the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act and the Review and Appeal Regulation.

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Ante- and post-mortem inspection : operator responsibilities

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The purpose of this directive is to describe the operator’s responsibilities and role pertaining to ante- and post-mortem inspection for animals slaughtered at Agriculture, Forestry and Rural... More ≫

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The purpose of this directive is to describe the operator’s responsibilities and role pertaining to ante- and post-mortem inspection for animals slaughtered at Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development licensed abattoirs.

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Directive : application of 10-year quadrants for timber quotas

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This directive outlines the process by which timber quota holders’ requests for 10-year quadrants are reviewed and, when approved, implemented.

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Next agricultural policy framework : what we heard report : virtual consultations and on-line engagement June 11, 2021 through July 02, 2021

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The pan-Canadian agricultural policy framework is a federal-provincial-territorial initiative that supports strategic programs that support the development of Alberta's and Canada's agriculture... More ≫

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The pan-Canadian agricultural policy framework is a federal-provincial-territorial initiative that supports strategic programs that support the development of Alberta's and Canada's agriculture sector. This document summarizes the feedback received during a series of stakeholder roundtables and a public on-line survey that were held to garner public input into a new five-year pan-Canadian policy framework, expected to be in place by the spring 2021.

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