Publications

Edmonton retail food prices, an overview

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Retail prices of more than 50 food items are collected each week at representative stores of the major food chains in Edmonton. The prices are weighted to account for the estimated market share... More ≫

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Retail prices of more than 50 food items are collected each week at representative stores of the major food chains in Edmonton. The prices are weighted to account for the estimated market share held by each chain as well as the relative importance of each item in the total food-at-home budget. The purpose of the survey is to continue to build upon the historical series of benchmark retail food prices which we have been collecting for Edmonton since the early 1970's. The data series provides accurate, timely and reliable data on retail food prices for use in business analysis and planning. It is also used by the health care services sector in programs involving food security issues, nutrition and education, and policy, planning and advocacy work.

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The economics of production and marketing of greenhouse crops in Alberta

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The report details the blended or weighted average data from growers who provided their information. The report can assist growers in making profitable management decisions. In addition, it serves... More ≫

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The report details the blended or weighted average data from growers who provided their information. The report can assist growers in making profitable management decisions. In addition, it serves as a guide to government when developing and evaluating programs and policies for industry. New producers can also use the information to increase their understanding of greenhouse production costs and returns in Alberta.

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Commercial greenhouse vegetable production

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The purpose of this fact sheet is to introduce greenhouse vegetable production as a potential business opportunity. The focus of this profile is on the key management issues associated with... More ≫

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The purpose of this fact sheet is to introduce greenhouse vegetable production as a potential business opportunity. The focus of this profile is on the key management issues associated with producing and marketing greenhouse vegetables in Alberta. This overview is not intended to be a substitute for individuals making their own thorough assessment of all the key factors that would influence the success of their individual operation.

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Alberta's agricultural processing industry directory

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This directory provides a comprehensive database of agricultural processing companies and industry organizations in Alberta. It is maintained as a reference for use by the business community,... More ≫

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This directory provides a comprehensive database of agricultural processing companies and industry organizations in Alberta. It is maintained as a reference for use by the business community, government agencies and other interested parties. It serves to update users with current company information including contact personnel, products and brand names.

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Food safety sentinel

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The Food Safety Sentinel is a quarterly newsletter that targets Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s provincially licensed meat facilities. The newsletter is a way to get food safety messages... More ≫

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The Food Safety Sentinel is a quarterly newsletter that targets Alberta Agriculture and Forestry’s provincially licensed meat facilities. The newsletter is a way to get food safety messages information and other topics of interest out to the meat facilities. It also contains upcoming events, contacts and funding opportunities.

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Agriculture and Rural Development business plan [2008 - 2015]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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SafeFARM : health and safety information for Alberta farmers

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These newsletters present health and safety information for Alberta farmers.

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Alberta farm input prices : average monthly prices for 2014

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Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Statistics and Data Development Section, carries out a monthly survey of prices for selected Alberta farm inputs. The monthly average prices reported... More ≫

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Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Statistics and Data Development Section, carries out a monthly survey of prices for selected Alberta farm inputs. The monthly average prices reported here are intended to serve as a guide; actual prices at specific locations may differ from provincial averages.

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Weekly livestock market review [2014]

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Presents weekly livestock market information for cattle, hogs and sheep.

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Weekly crop market review [2014]

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Statistics and Data Development Section of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development collects weekly prices from various sources for feed grain bids, elevator bids, special crop cash bids, as well... More ≫

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Statistics and Data Development Section of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development collects weekly prices from various sources for feed grain bids, elevator bids, special crop cash bids, as well as ICE future Canada, US futures for wheat, corn, oats, soybean, soyoil and soymeal. This weekly publication also collects and reports Canadian exports of various commodities and some the US exports.

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