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Freezing cleans food processing wastewater

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The study’s objective was to determine if Snowfluent could be used to meet Westcan Malting Ltd.’s need for a treatment system that reduced odours, had no discharge to surface waters, and could... More ≫

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The study’s objective was to determine if Snowfluent could be used to meet Westcan Malting Ltd.’s need for a treatment system that reduced odours, had no discharge to surface waters, and could recycle the nutrients and water in the effluent for use on 250 acres of irrigated cropland. This fact sheet is one of a series of special research bulletins on agriculture and resource management produced by Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.

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Native plant revegetation guidelines for Alberta

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These guidelines provide a clear, consistent and integrated information package about using native plant materials throughout Alberta where the revegetation goal is to re-establish a native plant... More ≫

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These guidelines provide a clear, consistent and integrated information package about using native plant materials throughout Alberta where the revegetation goal is to re-establish a native plant community. The guidelines are not prescriptive; site specific circumstances, including landowner preferences and land use objectives, have to be considered when planning revegetation projects. It is recognized that programs involving revegetation using native species will continue to evolve with better science, technology and sources of native plant materials, and that revegetation approaches can be modified to fit different needs.

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Pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems

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Provides information about pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems, which are used to apply water uniformly on long rows and on uneven slopes. Emitters are commonly used in... More ≫

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Provides information about pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems, which are used to apply water uniformly on long rows and on uneven slopes. Emitters are commonly used in fruit orchards, tree nurseries, market gardens and landscaping.

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Hog production and water quality : minimizing the risks

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Hog manure contains many valuable nutrients beneficial to crop production. Proper storage and handling of liquid manure will provide maximum benefits with minimal harm to the environment.

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Whitecourt/Anselmo public land use strategy

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The purpose of this PLUS is to develop land management recommendations for public land within the WO1 North FMU. This PLUS will incorporate ecological management principles and ensure that the... More ≫

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The purpose of this PLUS is to develop land management recommendations for public land within the WO1 North FMU. This PLUS will incorporate ecological management principles and ensure that the multiple benefits derived from resource use of the area are maintained. This strategy intends to provide direction to land managers on the use and allocation of public land with full consideration of input from the local public. Management considerations include: agricultural development; sustained timber production; watershed conservation; wildlife habitat protection; recreational uses; mineral resource exploration and development; and ecological conservation, simply or in combination.

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Agricultural land base monitoring study (1991 - 1995)

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The agricultural land base monitoring study documents land use changes in rural Alberta. The study collects information regarding the quality and quantity of additions and deletions to the... More ≫

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The agricultural land base monitoring study documents land use changes in rural Alberta. The study collects information regarding the quality and quantity of additions and deletions to the agricultural land base. The current study monitors changes from 1991-10995. This is the fifth in a series of studies which have monitored land use changes since 1976.

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Wapiti Sand Dunes land use zones

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This document provides direction for the future land use and management of the public lands known as the Wapiti Sand Dunes - a unique ecosystem and important public recreation area located south... More ≫

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This document provides direction for the future land use and management of the public lands known as the Wapiti Sand Dunes - a unique ecosystem and important public recreation area located south of the city of Grande Prairie. It updates and clarifies the management direction contained in the Wapiti-Grande Prairie Sand Dunes (1978) and the Bear River-Wapiti (1986) integrated resource plans.

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Benchmark sites for monitoring agricultural soil quality

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This fact sheet gives an overview of a project to establish pan-Canadian benchmark sites to monitor agricultural soil quality. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada established a national network... More ≫

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This fact sheet gives an overview of a project to establish pan-Canadian benchmark sites to monitor agricultural soil quality. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada established a national network representing represent major agro-ecoregions, soil landscapes, and agricultural production systems, to serve as reference landscapes for monitoring soil quality change over time. Four of the 23 benchmark sites are located in Alberta at Falher, Mundare, Provost, and Bow Island.

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Agricultural land base monitoring study (1986 - 1990)

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The agricultural land base monitoring study documents land use changes in rural Alberta. The study collects information regarding the quality and quantity of additions and deletions to the... More ≫

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The agricultural land base monitoring study documents land use changes in rural Alberta. The study collects information regarding the quality and quantity of additions and deletions to the agricultural land base. The current study monitors changes from 1986-1990. This is the fourth in a series of studies which have monitored land use changes since 1976.

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