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Profile of the greenhouse industry in Alberta 2019

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This report provides benchmark data on greenhouse crop operations in Alberta as of 2019, including size and distribution of the industry, heating systems used, water and energy use trends, and ... More ≫

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This report provides benchmark data on greenhouse crop operations in Alberta as of 2019, including size and distribution of the industry, heating systems used, water and energy use trends, and labour. Also included is information on opportunities and issues related to financing, the environment, business climate and regulation, competitiveness with imports, and other benchmarks and future trends. Data for the report was gathered through a survey of greenhouse operators in winter 2019-2020, and updates information provided in earlier reports.

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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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Commercial greenhouse vegetable production

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The purpose of this fact sheet is to introduce greenhouse vegetable production as a potential business opportunity. The focus of this profile is on the key management issues associated with ... More ≫

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The purpose of this fact sheet is to introduce greenhouse vegetable production as a potential business opportunity. The focus of this profile is on the key management issues associated with producing and marketing greenhouse vegetables in Alberta. This overview is not intended to be a substitute for individuals making their own thorough assessment of all the key factors that would influence the success of their individual operation.

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Commercial greenhouse tomato production

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This guide is intended to provide basic production information for commercial greenhouse tomato growers. This guide is not a substitute for hands-on tomato production experience but does provide a ... More ≫

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This guide is intended to provide basic production information for commercial greenhouse tomato growers. This guide is not a substitute for hands-on tomato production experience but does provide a framework to help base production decisions. The guide presents information on the growing of beefsteak and cluster tomatoes and will make specific references to either type of tomato where production differences exist. In most cases the production of beefsteak and cluster tomatoes is very similar.

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Greenhouse sanitation

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Proper greenhouse sanitation is one of the most important but often more overlooked aspects of a quality integrated pest management program. The greenhouse environment with its warm, humid climate ... More ≫

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Proper greenhouse sanitation is one of the most important but often more overlooked aspects of a quality integrated pest management program. The greenhouse environment with its warm, humid climate is the perfect environment for weeds, diseases and insects, which can all seriously harm production. By taking appropriate measures, such as the ones discussed below, greenhouse growers can ensure a quality crop and a reduction in pest-related problems during the growing season.

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Commercial greenhouse production in Alberta

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The purpose of this publication is to provide information regarding greenhouse management. It presents basic indicators to help growers evaluate the plant-environment interaction as they move ... More ≫

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The purpose of this publication is to provide information regarding greenhouse management. It presents basic indicators to help growers evaluate the plant-environment interaction as they move towards optimizing the environment and crop performance. Over time and with experience, growers will be able to build on their understanding of these basic indicators to improve their ability to respond to changes in the crop and to anticipate crop needs.

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