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Fall rye production

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Describes the advantages and disadvantages of growing fall rye, which is a productive cereal grain crop under conditions of low temperature, low fertility and drought.

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Organizing local food events in Alberta

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This document has been created by the Explore Local Initiative to help event organizers plan a local food event. It includes reasons to choose local and it explains a variety of formats for... More ≫

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This document has been created by the Explore Local Initiative to help event organizers plan a local food event. It includes reasons to choose local and it explains a variety of formats for presenting local foods to guests. It also discusses the challenges of sourcing the best ingredients and shares tips learned from past events.

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Irrigation scheduling for silage corn in southern Alberta

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Irrigation management is about controlling the rate, amount, and timing of applied irrigation water in a planned and efficient manner. With good irrigation management, a silage corn crop can have... More ≫

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Irrigation management is about controlling the rate, amount, and timing of applied irrigation water in a planned and efficient manner. With good irrigation management, a silage corn crop can have high yield and quality potential.

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Clubroot disease of canola and mustard

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This fact sheet contains current information about clubroot in canola and describes options for Canadian canola growers to prevent this disease from being introduced and becoming well established... More ≫

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This fact sheet contains current information about clubroot in canola and describes options for Canadian canola growers to prevent this disease from being introduced and becoming well established in their fields. Clubroot disease is a serious concern in Alberta. Understanding the disease cycle, recognizing the symptoms and adopting good prevention and management practices can assist in its control.

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Alternatives for iron removal

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This fact sheet presents alternatives for iron removal such as: Air injection with filtration, Shock chlorination, manganese greensand iron filter, water softener, Chlorination and filtration

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Sulphur fertilizer application in crop production

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Sulphur is required in the development of fertile canola flowers and must be present for good nodule development on legume forages such as alfalfa and pulse crop roots such as pea and faba bean.

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Antimicrobial spray treatment of red meat in small abattoirs

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Operators work hard to produce safe and wholesome meat products. Operators can take steps to improve food safety and wholesomeness. One of these key steps is the use of an antimicrobial spray... More ≫

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Operators work hard to produce safe and wholesome meat products. Operators can take steps to improve food safety and wholesomeness. One of these key steps is the use of an antimicrobial spray treatment of red meat carcasses. Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development supports and recommends the use of an antimicrobial spray treatment to improve food safety in provincial abattoirs.

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Potassium fertilizer application in crop production

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Potassium (K) is required by all plant and animal life. While potassium is not a commonly limiting soil nutrient in crop production in Alberta, about 15 per cent of Alberta soils used for annual... More ≫

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Potassium (K) is required by all plant and animal life. While potassium is not a commonly limiting soil nutrient in crop production in Alberta, about 15 per cent of Alberta soils used for annual crop production are estimated to have slight to moderate potassium deficiency.

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Saskatoons in Alberta

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Saskatoon berries are native to Alberta. The Plains Indians ate the fruit both fresh and dried in their dietary staple, pemmican. Today, the berry is valued for its fruit and as an ornamental... More ≫

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Saskatoon berries are native to Alberta. The Plains Indians ate the fruit both fresh and dried in their dietary staple, pemmican. Today, the berry is valued for its fruit and as an ornamental shrub or hedge. Thousands of acres are now commercially produced on the Canadian prairies, but this fact sheet will focus on home garden Saskatoon berry production.

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Strawberries in Alberta

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The strawberry is one of the first of the Alberta fresh fruits on the market. It is a very popular plant in home and market gardens because it produces large amounts of fruit. Commercial... More ≫

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The strawberry is one of the first of the Alberta fresh fruits on the market. It is a very popular plant in home and market gardens because it produces large amounts of fruit. Commercial strawberry production in Alberta covers hundreds of acres; however, this fact sheet will focus on home garden strawberry production.

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