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Agricultural carbon offsets : opportunities for farmers in Alberta's carbon market

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This brochure explains how farmers can earn extra income and realize long-term benefits to their farm operations by voluntarily adopting an agricultural practice improvement to create carbon... More ≫

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This brochure explains how farmers can earn extra income and realize long-term benefits to their farm operations by voluntarily adopting an agricultural practice improvement to create carbon credits for trade in Alberta's carbon market.

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The economics of production and marketing of greenhouse crops in Alberta

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The report details the blended or weighted average data from growers who provided their information. The report can assist growers in making profitable management decisions. In addition, it serves... More ≫

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The report details the blended or weighted average data from growers who provided their information. The report can assist growers in making profitable management decisions. In addition, it serves as a guide to government when developing and evaluating programs and policies for industry. New producers can also use the information to increase their understanding of greenhouse production costs and returns in Alberta.

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Alberta's agricultural processing industry directory

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This directory provides a comprehensive database of agricultural processing companies and industry organizations in Alberta. It is maintained as a reference for use by the business community,... More ≫

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This directory provides a comprehensive database of agricultural processing companies and industry organizations in Alberta. It is maintained as a reference for use by the business community, government agencies and other interested parties. It serves to update users with current company information including contact personnel, products and brand names.

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Organizing local food events in Alberta

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This document has been created by the Explore Local Initiative to help event organizers plan a local food event. It includes reasons to choose local and it explains a variety of formats for... More ≫

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This document has been created by the Explore Local Initiative to help event organizers plan a local food event. It includes reasons to choose local and it explains a variety of formats for presenting local foods to guests. It also discusses the challenges of sourcing the best ingredients and shares tips learned from past events.

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Caraway

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Caraway is native to Europe, western Asia and northern Africa where people have used it as a spice for thousands of years. This fact sheet provides an overview of the properties and uses of... More ≫

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Caraway is native to Europe, western Asia and northern Africa where people have used it as a spice for thousands of years. This fact sheet provides an overview of the properties and uses of caraway. Other topics covered include: growing caraway, including tips on seeding, fertilization, harvest and storage; pest management; marketing; and production economics.

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Final trip report : Minister Evan Berger mission to Washington, D.C., dates: January 4-7, 2012

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The purpose of this travel was to meet with key United States industry and government officials; attend the Legislative Agriculture Chairs Summit and the State Agriculture Rural Leaders Board Meetings. More ≫

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The purpose of this travel was to meet with key United States industry and government officials; attend the Legislative Agriculture Chairs Summit and the State Agriculture Rural Leaders Board Meetings.

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Economic, productive & financial performance of Alberta cow/calf operations : comparing Alberta provincial total average, low & high total cost management groupings

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The primary value of these reports is to enable producers to gauge their productive, economic and financial performance relative to their peers locally and provincially. Benchmark analysis,... More ≫

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The primary value of these reports is to enable producers to gauge their productive, economic and financial performance relative to their peers locally and provincially. Benchmark analysis, comparing to one's own detailed business analysis, is the first critical step in identifying operational strengths and weaknesses in a cow/calf operation. The benchmarking process has two key time perspectives. The first is an historical analysis, involving comparisons over time. The second is a within-year comparison, focusing on how your operation performed, responded to, or weathered the challenges faced by you and your local peers.

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Farm direct marketing : know the regulations. Meat and meat products

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

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This booklet highlights sections of pertinent legislation that applies to the production, processing and sale of meat and meat 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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Final trip report : mission to Washington, DC, dates: February 3-5, 2015

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The purpose of this trip was to meet with members of the United States Congress to advocate for a repeal of mandatory country of origin labeling for meat products.

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Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) in surface water sources for agricultural usage

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This fact sheet provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of cyanobacteria in sources of surface water used for agricultural purposes. Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are natural... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of cyanobacteria in sources of surface water used for agricultural purposes. Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are natural inhabitants of surface waters and are widely present in dugouts and reservoirs. However, they can become a problem when conditions promote rapid growth and eventual death and decomposition.

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