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Considerations when developing Alberta approved farmers’ market rules

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This resource is intended to be used as a reference when market organizers are developing rules for their farmers’ market. It provides broad topic areas for consideration.

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Alberta agriculture and food products and services : export catalogue

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Designed specifically for importers, distributors and buyers located outside of Canada, this catalogue featured Alberta agriculture and agri-food products and services exported internationally.... More ≫

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Designed specifically for importers, distributors and buyers located outside of Canada, this catalogue featured Alberta agriculture and agri-food products and services exported internationally. This annual version of the catalogue ceased publication in print and pdf format in July of 2022 and was continued by a web version which is updated throughout the year.

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Explained in brief : state of Alberta’s agri-food industries 2021 : earnings in food and beverage manufacturing

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The Explained in Brief series provides short, bite-sized information pieces on economic trends and topics in agriculture and agri-food industries. This issue presents a high-level overview of the... More ≫

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The Explained in Brief series provides short, bite-sized information pieces on economic trends and topics in agriculture and agri-food industries. This issue presents a high-level overview of the state of agri-food industries, and of weekly earnings in Alberta’s food manufacturing industry.

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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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Brokers and distributors : your partner in the market

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Explains the role that brokers and distributors can play in helping Alberta food companies reach international buyers. Part of the Export Basics series, providing information to help companies... More ≫

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Explains the role that brokers and distributors can play in helping Alberta food companies reach international buyers. Part of the Export Basics series, providing information to help companies prepare for exporting to international markets.

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Video ante-mortem inspection : guidance for producers and abattoir operators

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The Video Ante-Mortem Inspection (VAMI) guide provides information on the slaughter of animals under the Alberta VAMI program. The guide describes the applicable regulatory references and... More ≫

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The Video Ante-Mortem Inspection (VAMI) guide provides information on the slaughter of animals under the Alberta VAMI program. The guide describes the applicable regulatory references and guidelines to help VAMI participants meet the program requirements.

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How to write a program : guidance for slaughter and meat processing operations

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Written control programs, also commonly known as work instructions, are important in the production of safe food and the proper handling of animals. This guidebook outlines the components... More ≫

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Written control programs, also commonly known as work instructions, are important in the production of safe food and the proper handling of animals. This guidebook outlines the components necessary for a thorough written program required in Alberta’s Meat Inspection Act (MIA), Meat Inspection Regulation (MIR), and Meat Facility Standards (MFS) and provides an example of a written program and a supporting record.

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Agri-food statistics update : farm income and farm cash receipts

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Collected from a variety of sources, the Statistics and Data Development Section monitors statistical indicators of agri-food activity for Alberta. The Agri-Food Statistics Update is designed to... More ≫

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Collected from a variety of sources, the Statistics and Data Development Section monitors statistical indicators of agri-food activity for Alberta. The Agri-Food Statistics Update is designed to provide users with commentary on current issues, trends and new developments related to agriculture and the food and beverage processing industries. Up-to-date statistics are supplemented with informative charts and diagrams. To gauge Alberta’s performance, comparative data and information are often available for Canada and the provinces.

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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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Explained in brief : state of Alberta’s agri-food industries 2021 : value-added sector

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The Explained in Brief series provides short, bite-sized information pieces on economic trends and topics in agriculture and agri-food industries. This issue presents a high-level overview of the... More ≫

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The Explained in Brief series provides short, bite-sized information pieces on economic trends and topics in agriculture and agri-food industries. This issue presents a high-level overview of the state of agri-food industries, and of structural aspects in the food value-added sector.

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