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Ecological sites of the Dry Mixedwood subregion. Third approximation

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The Dry and Central Mixedwood subregions cover nearly 40 per cent of the province and are dominated by aspen, with jack pine on coarse textured soils, and black spruce, willows, and sedges in the... More ≫

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The Dry and Central Mixedwood subregions cover nearly 40 per cent of the province and are dominated by aspen, with jack pine on coarse textured soils, and black spruce, willows, and sedges in the poorly drained areas. The vegetative communities in these subregions are important because they provide summer range for livestock, prime habitat for many species of wildlife, productive watersheds, recreational areas and timber production. As a result guides like this were developed to provide a framework that will easily group the vegetative community types. It is hoped these classification systems can be used by resource managers to assess the ecology of the sites and develop integrated management plans within each region. This guide represents the analysis of 1110 plots described within the Dry Mixedwood subregion. The dominant plant species, canopy cover, soils and environmental conditions are outlined for each type. Included in this approximation is a crosswalk table to the Alberta...

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Ecological sites for the Athabasca Plain subregion. Second approximation

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The Athabasca Plain Natural Subregion occurs south of Lake Athabasca along the Alberta–Saskatchewan border. This subregion consists of strongly hummocky and rolling sandy and gravelly uplands... More ≫

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The Athabasca Plain Natural Subregion occurs south of Lake Athabasca along the Alberta–Saskatchewan border. This subregion consists of strongly hummocky and rolling sandy and gravelly uplands occurring in the eastern and southern portions of the region with level to undulating sandy fluvial and eolian plains with some prominent dune fields occurring to the east and north. This guide represents the preliminary analysis of 129 plots described in the Athabasca Plain subregion. The 129 plots represent 36 plant community types within 12 ecological sites. Included in this approximation is a crosswalk table to the Alberta Wetland Classification System and new soil type descriptions.

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Farm and acreage : a guide to reducing the risk from wildfire [2020]

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Provides information for farmers and residents on acreages to assist in reducing the risk from wildfire. Topics covered include: fire permits, safe use of burn barrels and burning of grass,... More ≫

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Provides information for farmers and residents on acreages to assist in reducing the risk from wildfire. Topics covered include: fire permits, safe use of burn barrels and burning of grass, stubble, piles and windrows, building a FireSmart home, preventing wildfires caused by off-highway vehicles, fall and winter wildfire prevention, farm, ranch, and woodlot practices for wildfire prevention, evacuation planning, and wildfire insurance.

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Seed matters 7 : lodgepole pine cone classes and impacts on seed quality

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This trial was conducted by ATISC to identify any large differences in seed quality between newer older lodgepole pine cones. This included germination tests on fresh seed and also estimates of... More ≫

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This trial was conducted by ATISC to identify any large differences in seed quality between newer older lodgepole pine cones. This included germination tests on fresh seed and also estimates of storage times and use for seeding by performing artificial ageing tests. The results may be used to support the alteration of lodgepole pine cone collection practices in the future and help to ensure higher quality seed lots going forward, resulting in longer use times and lower costs to industry.

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Seed matters 3 : sowing five needle pines from Alberta seed

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre (ATISC) has run trials designed to obtain better germination and sowing methods for growing Endangered limber and whitebark pine seedlings. This... More ≫

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre (ATISC) has run trials designed to obtain better germination and sowing methods for growing Endangered limber and whitebark pine seedlings. This document is a distillation of trials and experience obtained from growing over 25,000 seedlings over the past decade as part of Alberta’s Five-Needle Pine Recovery Programs.

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Seed matters 5 : lodgepole and jack pine seed treatments for greenhouse sowing

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre conducted a germination trial to provide statistically sound evidence and determine any significant effects of stratification treatments on final... More ≫

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre conducted a germination trial to provide statistically sound evidence and determine any significant effects of stratification treatments on final seedling numbers, germination rates or vigour for lodgepole pine, jack pine and their hybrid populations. The goal is to provide data to support generalized recommended method(s) for each or both species so nurseries can make an informed choice in their future sowing protocols to help maximize seedling production and minimize seed use and cost to seed owners.

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Seed matters 4 : seed imbibition times for sowing Alberta pines and spruce

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre (ATISC) conducted a trial with the purpose of determining approximately how long lodgepole pine, jack pine and white spruce seeds need to be in... More ≫

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The Alberta Tree Improvement & Seed Centre (ATISC) conducted a trial with the purpose of determining approximately how long lodgepole pine, jack pine and white spruce seeds need to be in contact with a moist substrate for full imbibition to occur. These results will assist nursery schedule managers in choosing whether or not to skip long soak times due to staffing, imminent holidays, high workloads, last-minute orders, etc. without the worry of sacrificing germination speed, seedling quantity or quality when producing reforestation seedlings for Alberta public land.

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Seed matters 6 : greenhouse temperatures for sowing Alberta pines and spruce

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A trial was conducted at the Alberta Tree Improvement and Seed Centre (ATISC) to obtain a full temperature range for seed germination in each of the three most common reforestation species in... More ≫

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A trial was conducted at the Alberta Tree Improvement and Seed Centre (ATISC) to obtain a full temperature range for seed germination in each of the three most common reforestation species in Alberta. The results and interpretations may be useful to help greenhouse managers minimize costs and make decisions on temperature settings and sowing times. They may also aid seed owners and growers in increasing seedling production levels when dealing with ageing seed lots.

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Renewable energy in Alberta

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This guide is designed to assist Alberta landowners who have been approached by a renewable energy developer seeking to lease land for the development and construction of a solar or wind energy... More ≫

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This guide is designed to assist Alberta landowners who have been approached by a renewable energy developer seeking to lease land for the development and construction of a solar or wind energy power plant.

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Alberta irrigation management manual

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This manual provides current information on beneficial irrigation management practices for optimum production of major irrigated crops in Alberta. Irrigation management of crops is a complex and... More ≫

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This manual provides current information on beneficial irrigation management practices for optimum production of major irrigated crops in Alberta. Irrigation management of crops is a complex and multifaceted process that ensures that the agronomic, technical, human, and water factors that control plant growth are coordinated to achieve optimal and profitable crop production.

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