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Alberta farm input prices [2024]

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The Statistics and Data Development Section of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation carries out a monthly survey of prices for selected Alberta farm inputs. The monthly average prices reported here... More ≫

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The Statistics and Data Development Section of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation carries out a monthly survey of prices for selected Alberta farm inputs. The monthly average prices reported here are intended to serve as a guide; actual prices at specific locations may differ from provincial averages.

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Rat control in Alberta [2024]

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The document explains how the rat control program in Alberta operates. It explains how to report a rat sighting in Alberta.

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Rangeland sustainability program : project eligibility criteria

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The document includes a breakdown of how the grant applicants to the Rangeland Sustainability Program are scored.

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Alberta's drought response plan : preparing the province for drought

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan... More ≫

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan is to protect the health and safety of Albertans from the impacts of drought. This information sheet explains the five stages of drought response and drought response tools.

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On-farm slaughter operation : potable water testing

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they... More ≫

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Offers information for on-farm slaughter operations on potable water and water sources, laboratory testing and results, and water sampling and testing information, to help operators ensure they are using safe and potable water in their processing facilities. This information sheet is one of seven information sheets which are required reading for on-farm slaughter operation applicants planning on conducting slaughtering and/or processing of uninspected meat products.

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Specified risk material : On-farm slaughter operations (OFSO)

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Specified risk material refers to cattle tissues that potentially contain bovine spongiform encephalopathy infectivity. This information sheet provides information on specified risk material for... More ≫

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Specified risk material refers to cattle tissues that potentially contain bovine spongiform encephalopathy infectivity. This information sheet provides information on specified risk material for anyone slaughtering cattle, including the requirements for transporting and the methods for the correct disposal of specified risk material.

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Technical guideline listing

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This document lists technical guidelines prepared by the Technical Advisory Group to provide guidance on practical and technical aspects of the Agricultural Operation Practices Act and its... More ≫

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This document lists technical guidelines prepared by the Technical Advisory Group to provide guidance on practical and technical aspects of the Agricultural Operation Practices Act and its regulations. The Technical Advisory Group is a partnership between Agriculture and Irrigation and the Natural Resources Conservation Board, with representation from the livestock industry. Guidelines are reviewed and updated as needed every five years.

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Agriculture facts

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This fact sheet presents an annual compilation of summary statistics related to the agri-food industry in Alberta. It includes statistics on agri-food exports, crop and livestock production, farm... More ≫

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This fact sheet presents an annual compilation of summary statistics related to the agri-food industry in Alberta. It includes statistics on agri-food exports, crop and livestock production, farm financial, food manufacturing and retail sales, etc.

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List of consulting agrologists for land classification for irrigation development in Alberta

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Provides a list of consulting agrologists for land classification for irrigation development in Alberta.

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Closure of manure storage facilities and manure collection areas

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to provide guidance on the closure of manure storage facilities and manure collection areas, and protect groundwater and surface water from contamination.

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