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Farm direct marketing : know the regulations. Food claims

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This booklet outlines basic information about some of the various claims that can be made about food products, such as “organic” or “gluten free.” All food claims, regardless of where you sell... More ≫

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This booklet outlines basic information about some of the various claims that can be made about food products, such as “organic” or “gluten free.” All food claims, regardless of where you sell your products, must comply with federal legislation.

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Farm direct marketing : know the regulations. Food labels.

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This booklet outlines the basic information that must be on a food label, such as ingredient listing and allergens. It is intended for all those who sell food products directly to consumers at a... More ≫

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This booklet outlines the basic information that must be on a food label, such as ingredient listing and allergens. It is intended for all those who sell food products directly to consumers at a farmers’ market, roadside stand, farm store, u-pick operation or public market, on-line or through community supported agriculture (CSA). All food labels, regardless of where you the product is sold, must comply with federal legislation.

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Farm direct marketing : know the regulations. General legislation

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This booklet highlights sections of the pertinent legislation that apply to the production, processing and sale of all food products regardless of where and how they are sold. It is intended for... More ≫

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This booklet highlights sections of the pertinent legislation that apply to the production, processing and sale of all food products regardless of where and how they are sold. It is intended for all those who sell food products directly to consumers at a farmers’ market, roadside stand, farm store, u-pick operation or public market, on-line or through community supported agriculture (CSA).

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Farm direct marketing : know the regulations. Fruits, vegetables and products

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This booklet highlights the pertinent legislation that applies to the production, processing and sale of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables regardless of where and how they are sold. It is... More ≫

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This booklet highlights the pertinent legislation that applies to the production, processing and sale of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables regardless of where and how they are sold. It is intended for all those who sell food products directly to consumers at a farmers’ market, roadside stand, farm store, u-pick operation or public market, on-line or through community supported agriculture (CSA).

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Developing a promotional plan [2008]

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Developed to support businesses in the agri-food industry, this information sheet discusses how to create a product image for your goods and how to incorporate this image into a promotion package.

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Direct marketing meats : selling meat at Alberta approved farmers' markets

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The purpose of this fact sheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. The fact sheets also discuss some of the essential components... More ≫

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The purpose of this fact sheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. The fact sheets also discuss some of the essential components used to develop a business plan and assess the profitability of a business venture. Farmers’ markets are the most common consumer direct marketing outlet for farm producers. Markets are located throughout Alberta and provide easy access to both producers and consumers. An internet address listing of farmers’ markets in Alberta is included in the links section of this fact sheet.

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