Publications

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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Spruce budworm in Alberta

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Fact sheet describing the biology, management and current status of spruce budworm in Alberta.

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Forests Act and regulatory changes : technical summary

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A technical summary of the changes to the Forests Act and associated regulations which came into effect May 1, 2021. Includes a point-form summary of the changes to timber dues, timber scaling,... More ≫

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A technical summary of the changes to the Forests Act and associated regulations which came into effect May 1, 2021. Includes a point-form summary of the changes to timber dues, timber scaling, tenure, administrative monetary penalties and other changes.

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Dutch elm disease prevention/control measures : responsibilities and authority under the APA

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Under the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act (APA), all municipalities, counties and municipal districts in Alberta have the authority and responsibility to prevent and control Dutch elm disease.... More ≫

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Under the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act (APA), all municipalities, counties and municipal districts in Alberta have the authority and responsibility to prevent and control Dutch elm disease. This fact sheet explains the powers and responsibilities outlined under the APA's prevention and control measures, and describes measures that should be taken to prevent and control the spread of the disease.

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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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Low-pressure natural gas distribution pipelines : roles and responsibilities

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Provides direction for the ongoing safety and operational concerns of infrastructure associated with rural gas utilities and low-pressure distribution pipelines under the Gas Distribution Act. The... More ≫

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Provides direction for the ongoing safety and operational concerns of infrastructure associated with rural gas utilities and low-pressure distribution pipelines under the Gas Distribution Act. The document recognizes the AUC's jurisdiction under the Gas Utilities Act, specifically in areas where there is a potential for overlapping or conflicting direction provided by the legislation and/or Chief Officer under the Gas Distribution Act and Alberta Utilities Commission under the Gas Utilities Act.

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Catch basin design and management

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This fact sheet provides operators with information for designing, maintaining and managing a catch basin at a confined feeding operation as a method of controlling surface water runoff.

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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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