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Bow River phosphorus management plan : agricultural phosphorus beneficial management practices

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus... More ≫

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan and focuses beneficial management practices in rural or agricultural settings.

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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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Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project progress report 2013-2017

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Highlights work done by the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project between 2013-2017. The purpose of the project was to determine if widespread adoption of agricultural beneficial management... More ≫

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Highlights work done by the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project between 2013-2017. The purpose of the project was to determine if widespread adoption of agricultural beneficial management practices would improve water quality at the watershed scale, and to develop the Alberta Phosphorus Management Tool as a means to identify highest risks for phosphorous loss. Results are presented in a detailed technical science report and an overview and key findings fact sheet.

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2015-16 certified reference material inter-laboratory study

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In 2015, certified reference materials for trace metals, ions and nutrients and total phosphorus were sent to three laboratories in Alberta as part of the quality assurance program to assess the... More ≫

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In 2015, certified reference materials for trace metals, ions and nutrients and total phosphorus were sent to three laboratories in Alberta as part of the quality assurance program to assess the performance of the commercial laboratories that generate data for the Alberta surface water monitoring programs. This report summarizes these results and makes recommendations for the surface water quality monitoring program and future certified reference material studies.

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Water quality and phosphorus

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Presents information about water quality and phosphorus. Phosphorous is not considered toxic in aquatic environments, but high concentrations heighten the potential for increased biological... More ≫

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Presents information about water quality and phosphorus. Phosphorous is not considered toxic in aquatic environments, but high concentrations heighten the potential for increased biological productivity and may lead to more frequent and widespread occurrences of algal and aquatic plant growth.

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Livestock production and phosphorus management

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This factsheet outlines some of the activities that are currently being implemented as well as potential opportunities to enhance those efforts to address nutrient loss from livestock production.

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Wetlands and water quality

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Presents information about the relationship between wetlands and water quality.

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Stormwater regulations for phosphorus management

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Presents information about stormwater regulations in Alberta.

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Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan : 2017 implementation summary report

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The Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan (PMP) is a strategic plan to address sources of phosphorus in the middle reach of the Bow River between the Bearspaw and Bassano Dams. This is the 2017 PMP... More ≫

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The Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan (PMP) is a strategic plan to address sources of phosphorus in the middle reach of the Bow River between the Bearspaw and Bassano Dams. This is the 2017 PMP implementation committee summary report.

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Stepping back from the water : a beneficial management practices guide for new development near water bodies in Alberta's settled region [2017]

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Stepping back from the water was developed to help minimize the impact of new development in Alberta's settled region, providing provincial direction on how to reduce and minimize the impacts and... More ≫

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Stepping back from the water was developed to help minimize the impact of new development in Alberta's settled region, providing provincial direction on how to reduce and minimize the impacts and risks of development adjacent to waterbodies by establishing effective setbacks.

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