Publications

Farmers’ market manager training : Level 1

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This training manual: contains information about the Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program; discusses the minimum requirements of approved farmers' markets; describes the roles of the various... More ≫

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This training manual: contains information about the Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program; discusses the minimum requirements of approved farmers' markets; describes the roles of the various stakeholders, including the market manager; and outlines the legislation and regulations which impact vendors selling at farmers' markets and the expectation for the market manager in enforcing compliance with legislation. Appendices identified in the manual are published separately - see https://www.alberta.ca/resources-for-farmers-market-managers.aspx for a complete set of links.

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International trade & logistics

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This fact sheet is intended to help exporters and export-ready companies understand trade logistics--which covers the journey of products throughout the entire supply chain--as well as the scope... More ≫

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This fact sheet is intended to help exporters and export-ready companies understand trade logistics--which covers the journey of products throughout the entire supply chain--as well as the scope of responsibilities of key players within this process. Part of the Export Basics series, providing information to help companies prepare for exporting to international markets.

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What to expect when inspecting : honey bee colony inspections and results

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Resource on what is looked for during honey bee inspections and how to interpret results once the inspection is completed.

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Pricing your food product

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The pricing infographic provides information to assist in setting an accurate price for a food product, along with a brief overview of selling into retail and margins and links to other pricing... More ≫

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The pricing infographic provides information to assist in setting an accurate price for a food product, along with a brief overview of selling into retail and margins and links to other pricing resources and tools. Along with Labelling Your Food Product and Selling Your Food Product, this set of infographics is meant to assist agri-food businesses in getting their products into the marketplace.

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Orientation manual for Agricultural Service Board (ASB) members

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This manual provides an introductory orientation for Agricultural Service Board members.

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Selling food online : e-commerce - expanding market options

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Provides an overview of Canadian trends in e-commerce and offers guidance to support individuals and companies interested in selling food products online.

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Growing your market : making your sales pitch

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Describes the importance of an effective sales pitch for agricultural and food producers to grab the attention of retail buyers and initiate action to begin the sales process and gain access to... More ≫

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Describes the importance of an effective sales pitch for agricultural and food producers to grab the attention of retail buyers and initiate action to begin the sales process and gain access to their market channel.

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Growing your market : selling into food service

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Describes the food service market as a market channel for selling food and beverage products, and things to consider before entering the market. Food service, defined as any meal prepared away... More ≫

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Describes the food service market as a market channel for selling food and beverage products, and things to consider before entering the market. Food service, defined as any meal prepared away from home, represents a diverse marketplace for food and beverage products

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Selling your food product

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This infographic provides a visual of the main components required to build a sell sheet for a food product. Each component has a description of what to include. Also included are links to sell... More ≫

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This infographic provides a visual of the main components required to build a sell sheet for a food product. Each component has a description of what to include. Also included are links to sell sheet examples and tools. Along with Labelling Your Food Product and Pricing Your Food Product, this set of infographics is meant to assist agri-food businesses in getting their products into the marketplace.

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Opportunity analysis Alberta co-packing sector : external report

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Reports the findings of an opportunity analysis of Alberta's co-packing sector. The analysis was conducted to determine the viability of co-packing and to identify considerations and examples for... More ≫

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Reports the findings of an opportunity analysis of Alberta's co-packing sector. The analysis was conducted to determine the viability of co-packing and to identify considerations and examples for successful co-packing businesses and recommendations on effective business models to foster growth in the food, natural health and personal care sectors in Alberta. This analysis includes a literature review of the impact co-packing services have on small to medium-sized businesses and fourteen interviews with co-packers and stakeholders conducted from January to March 2020. The opportunity analysis has been sorted into three sections: an overview of the North American and Alberta co-packing industry, the considerations for viable business models and best practices, and resources and supports.

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