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Leak detection groundwater monitoring parameters

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to: - provide guidance on the monitoring parameters required for leak detection groundwater monitoring at liquid manure storage facilities ; - ensure... More ≫

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to: - provide guidance on the monitoring parameters required for leak detection groundwater monitoring at liquid manure storage facilities ; - ensure that appropriate parameters are analyzed ; - ensure that the performance of manure storage facilities is accurately assessed.

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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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South East Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot

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This fact sheet summarizes information about South East Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot team.

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Development of an offset suitability index to prioritize cultivated lands for the SE Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot

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This project is part of the development work needed for the SE Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot (SEACOP), which allows private landowners to contract for conversion of annually seeded land... More ≫

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This project is part of the development work needed for the SE Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot (SEACOP), which allows private landowners to contract for conversion of annually seeded land parcels to mixed native grassland. Metrics are needed to prioritize and determine suitability of parcels for conversion.

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Invasive plants in Alberta. Riparian areas

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants.

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Invasive plants in Alberta. Acreages

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants.

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Invasive plants in Alberta. Native Rangeland

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants.

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Invasive plants in Alberta. Fencelines and road allowances

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants. Includes pictures of some of the more common noxious weeds to help in identification.

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Offset factors in the Dry Mixedgrass and Mixedgrass Natural Subregions

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This document identifies conservation offset factors for industrial disturbances in the Dry Mixedgrass and Mixedgrass natural subregions of Alberta.

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Invasive plants in Alberta. Urban areas

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the... More ≫

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Land owners and occupiers are responsible for controlling noxious weeds and destroying prohibited noxious weeds under the Alberta Weed Control Act. Listed plants in the Act cause problems for the environment, health or economy. Know your responsibilities under the Act. Regardless of where plants are located, prevention is always the most effective approach in dealing with invasive plants.

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