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Irrigation development in Alberta : water use and impact on regional development : St. Mary River and "Southern Tributaries" watersheds

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In 2003, the Governor of the State of Montana sent a letter to the American Section of the International Joint Commission requesting that it review the 1921 Order respecting the measurement and... More ≫

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In 2003, the Governor of the State of Montana sent a letter to the American Section of the International Joint Commission requesting that it review the 1921 Order respecting the measurement and apportionment of the St. Mary and Milk Rivers. In January 2004, the Governor of the State of Montana, at the request of the IJC, provided to the Commission a letter and attachment setting out the reasons for Montana's request. The Government of Alberta (August 2004) submission to the IJC consisted of an overall submission as well as submissions from Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.

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Standards for the classification of land for irrigation in the province of Alberta, 2004

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The standards outline the minimum requirements with which any land must comply in order to be classified as “irrigable”, and are the standards to be used for the classification of lands for the... More ≫

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The standards outline the minimum requirements with which any land must comply in order to be classified as “irrigable”, and are the standards to be used for the classification of lands for the formation of a new district, or for the reclassification of lands within a district. These standards apply to all irrigation districts in Alberta. Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Irrigation Branch, has prepared a procedures manual for use with these standards.

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Procedures manual for the classification of land for irrigation in Alberta, 2004

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The purpose of the procedures manual is to provide a comprehensive handbook on land classification for irrigation, and to enhance uniformity among land classifiers.. This fourth edition of the... More ≫

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The purpose of the procedures manual is to provide a comprehensive handbook on land classification for irrigation, and to enhance uniformity among land classifiers.. This fourth edition of the procedures manual was printed following an amendment to the Irrigation Districts Act, Irrigation General Regulation, on February 24, 2003, allowing Irrigation Council to specify which standards are acceptable for land assessment purposes. The land irrigability classes in the current Standards for the Classification of Land for Irrigation in the Province of Alberta are the basis for selection of land for irrigation development.

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Groundwater quality in the eastern portion of the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District 1995 to 2001

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Groundwater quality in the Battersea Drainage Basin, an irrigated area of southern Alberta with a high density of intensive livestock operations, was monitored from 1995 to 2001. The goal was to... More ≫

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Groundwater quality in the Battersea Drainage Basin, an irrigated area of southern Alberta with a high density of intensive livestock operations, was monitored from 1995 to 2001. The goal was to characterize groundwater flow and quality, and to determine whether groundwater quality changed between this period. The information gathered in this report will be used to identify and promote the most appropriate management practices to minimize water contamination, and to serve as a baseline to monitor the impact of implementation of beneficial management practices in the basin.

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Irrigation in Alberta

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This publication provides an overview of the history of irrigation development in Alberta from the late 1800s through to its emergence into the 21st century. It not only reviews the history and... More ≫

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This publication provides an overview of the history of irrigation development in Alberta from the late 1800s through to its emergence into the 21st century. It not only reviews the history and current operation of irrigation in the province but also examines the many spin-off benefits that arise due to the controlled availability of water and its prudent management.

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Fertilizer requirements of irrigated alfalfa

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Ensuring soil fertility levels are adequate is a major factor to consider when growing irrigated alfalfa in southern Alberta. Irrigated alfalfa will produce 5 to 6 tons of dry matter per acre if... More ≫

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Ensuring soil fertility levels are adequate is a major factor to consider when growing irrigated alfalfa in southern Alberta. Irrigated alfalfa will produce 5 to 6 tons of dry matter per acre if it receives sufficient amounts of water and nutrients. Climate, soil type and management will all affect the yield a producer can expect from an alfalfa crop. Alfalfa has a high demand for nutrients compared to other crops.

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Pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems

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Provides information about pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems, which are used to apply water uniformly on long rows and on uneven slopes. Emitters are commonly used in... More ≫

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Provides information about pressure compensating emitters for trickle irrigation systems, which are used to apply water uniformly on long rows and on uneven slopes. Emitters are commonly used in fruit orchards, tree nurseries, market gardens and landscaping.

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Fertilizing irrigated soft white spring wheat

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Soft white spring wheat responds well to fertilizer when grown on soils low in plant available nutrients. Nitrogen (N) fertilizer can dramatically increase yield, and under certain conditions, it... More ≫

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Soft white spring wheat responds well to fertilizer when grown on soils low in plant available nutrients. Nitrogen (N) fertilizer can dramatically increase yield, and under certain conditions, it will increase the protein content of the grain. The ideal protein level of soft wheat should be less than 10.5 per cent, for optimum baking quality. For soft wheat growers, the challenge is to apply sufficient nitrogen fertilizer and irrigation water to achieve optimum yield and still maintain a protein content of less than 10.5 per cent. Other nutrients such as phosphorus, potassium, sulphur and micronutrients will also have an effect on the growth of soft wheat.

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