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Annual status of reforestation in Alberta report

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The Government of Alberta, through the Department of Agriculture and Forestry (AF), regulates forest management on the Crown Land of Alberta. Reforestation in Alberta is the responsibility, by... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta, through the Department of Agriculture and Forestry (AF), regulates forest management on the Crown Land of Alberta. Reforestation in Alberta is the responsibility, by law, of those who harvest trees on Crown Land. Companies that harvest trees are required to report the result of their reforestation activities to the government annually (by May 15). Reforestation activities and their associated results are audited annually by AF and this information is used to ensure that forestry activities are conducted in a sustainable manner and in compliance with legislation.

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Gene conservation plan for native trees of Alberta. Second edition

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Summarizes the status and gaps of Alberta's native trees with respect to forest genetic resources in their natural habitats around the province. A summary of the characteristics of each of... More ≫

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Summarizes the status and gaps of Alberta's native trees with respect to forest genetic resources in their natural habitats around the province. A summary of the characteristics of each of Alberta's native tree species is included, including relevant genetic information. This second edition includes updates on taxonomy, policy, conservation status, priorities, and gene conservation research.

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Trial measurement manual : best practices field procedures for tree measurements in genetic field trails

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Collecting and maintaining accurate data from field trials is paramount in tree improvement programs. The collected data are the basis for generating information used to direct applied tree... More ≫

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Collecting and maintaining accurate data from field trials is paramount in tree improvement programs. The collected data are the basis for generating information used to direct applied tree breeding, publish scientific papers and for determining increased annual harvest levels to be awarded to forest companies involved in provincial tree breeding projects. The guidelines and procedures in this resource represent best practices to ensure data quality standards in tree measurements are met and the associated costs of poor information or requirement for corrective re-measurement of field trials is avoided. These best practices attempt to establish standard equipment and procedures that will assure accuracy and repeatability of measurements.

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Minimum standards and suggested protocol and priorities for establishing and measuring permanent sample plots in Alberta

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As a part of an integrated provincial growth and yield initiative (PGYI), this document describes the minimum standards for accepting existing permanent sample plots (PSPs) and measuring new PSPs... More ≫

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As a part of an integrated provincial growth and yield initiative (PGYI), this document describes the minimum standards for accepting existing permanent sample plots (PSPs) and measuring new PSPs in Alberta. Variables required to be measured at plot and tree levels are described, along with relevant reporting formats for a centralized provincial database. Priorities for establishing and measuring new PSPs in Alberta where significant data gaps exist are identified. The primary goal of this document is to ensure the quality, usefulness and compatibility of collected PSP datasets from different agencies, for the purpose of modeling the growth and yield of natural and post-harvest stands under existing and emerging conditions in a collaborative, efficient, consistent, compatible and scientifically defensible manner.

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Tree pruning

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Information to assist beginners who are considering pruning trees and shrubs on their properties. Topics covered include when to prune different types of trees and shrubs, pruning tools,... More ≫

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Information to assist beginners who are considering pruning trees and shrubs on their properties. Topics covered include when to prune different types of trees and shrubs, pruning tools, techniques and safety, and some common misperceptions about pruning.

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