Publications

Shelterbelts for livestock farms in Alberta : planning, planting and maintenance

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The shelterbelts (trees and shrubs) planted around the livestock farm provide lots of benefits, including financial benefits. This publication series, Shelterbelts for Livestock Farms in Alberta,... More ≫

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The shelterbelts (trees and shrubs) planted around the livestock farm provide lots of benefits, including financial benefits. This publication series, Shelterbelts for Livestock Farms in Alberta, provides practical information about livestock farm shelterbelts in fact sheets and a workbook. This planning, planting and maintenance publication outlines how to design a shelterbelt to serve multiple purposes on a livestock farm and how to plant and care for shelterbelts.

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Shelterbelts for livestock farms in Alberta : shelterbelt planning workbook

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This workbook has been developed to assist livestock farmers with planning shelterbelts that can be used to manage odour and other air emissions from the farm.

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Shelterbelts for livestock farms in Alberta : overview

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The shelterbelts (trees and shrubs) planted around the livestock farm provide lots of benefits, including financial benefits. This publication series, Shelterbelts for Livestock Farms in Alberta,... More ≫

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The shelterbelts (trees and shrubs) planted around the livestock farm provide lots of benefits, including financial benefits. This publication series, Shelterbelts for Livestock Farms in Alberta, provides practical information about livestock farm shelterbelts in fact sheets and a workbook. This overview describes what livestock farm shelterbelts can do for you and answers some common questions about such shelterbelts.

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Attracting and retaining people to rural Alberta : a list of resources & literature review

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Attracting population to small rural communities can be a challenge as most people prefer to settle in larger cities where the draw of family, friends, ethnic networks and jobs is strong. However,... More ≫

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Attracting population to small rural communities can be a challenge as most people prefer to settle in larger cities where the draw of family, friends, ethnic networks and jobs is strong. However, rural communities can attract and retain population by promoting the benefits of living and working in smaller communities (e.g., employment opportunities, lower living expenses, safe neighborhoods and access to community health and recreation services). This document was developed as a resource guide to assist rural communities in Alberta wishing to attract and retain population to address their long-term economic needs. The document includes information and links to web based resources, initiatives and programs. The document contains information on some best practices that have been developed by other countries. The document also reviews the literature on benefits, challenges and strategic options to attract and retain population in rural communities.

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Planning a bench show

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A bench show is a term used in Alberta to describe classes in sewing, handicrafts, cooking, artwork and photography that usually take place during a fair or other community event, often alongside... More ≫

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A bench show is a term used in Alberta to describe classes in sewing, handicrafts, cooking, artwork and photography that usually take place during a fair or other community event, often alongside a horticultural show or seed show. This planning book is designed to help organizers plan a bench show and includes examples taken from communities in Alberta, sample worksheets, and a list of other helpful resources.

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Beneficial management practices : Environmental manual for livestock producers in Alberta

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This manual was prepared for Alberta producers to create a greater understanding of activities and strategies to reduce environmental risks and social concerns. It was written as a reference... More ≫

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This manual was prepared for Alberta producers to create a greater understanding of activities and strategies to reduce environmental risks and social concerns. It was written as a reference document based on the best available information from industry, government and interested stakeholders.

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Farm fuel storage and handling

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The storage of diesel and gasoline on Alberta farms can pose financial, environmental and public liability risks to farmers. This publication provides information to help farmers safely store and... More ≫

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The storage of diesel and gasoline on Alberta farms can pose financial, environmental and public liability risks to farmers. This publication provides information to help farmers safely store and use gasoline and diesel fuel.

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