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Water quality indices of irrigation water of southern Alberta

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A 10-year study was conducted to assess the quality of irrigation water within Alberta's irrigation districts. This report is one of a series of reports based on data collected from this study... More ≫

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A 10-year study was conducted to assess the quality of irrigation water within Alberta's irrigation districts. This report is one of a series of reports based on data collected from this study entitled the Irrigation District Water Quality project. The focus of this report is the use of water quality indices to interpret the overall/aggregate quality of irrigation water of southern Alberta.

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Historic investment to expand irrigation : technical fact sheet

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A technical briefing document with details about the Alberta government’s historic investment in the province’s irrigation infrastructure.

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Irrigation best practices for phosphorus management

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Presents irrigation methods that will help to reduce phosphorus movement from irrigated land into surface water sources.

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Irrigated field crop production technician [2017]

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Program of studies for the Irrigated Field Crop Production Technician specialization under the Green Certificate Program. The Green Certificate Program provides trainees with opportunities to... More ≫

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Program of studies for the Irrigated Field Crop Production Technician specialization under the Green Certificate Program. The Green Certificate Program provides trainees with opportunities to enter a variety of agriculture-related, structured learning pathways as a part of their senior high school program and to earn up to 16 Grade 12 diploma credits and a credential that could lead to a career in agriculture or agri-business.

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Irrigation scheduling for silage corn in southern Alberta

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Irrigation management is about controlling the rate, amount, and timing of applied irrigation water in a planned and efficient manner. With good irrigation management, a silage corn crop can have... More ≫

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Irrigation management is about controlling the rate, amount, and timing of applied irrigation water in a planned and efficient manner. With good irrigation management, a silage corn crop can have high yield and quality potential.

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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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Economic value of irrigation in Alberta

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Alberta's irrigation industry plays a significant role in the province's economic and social well-being, with almost 70 per cent of Canada's irrigated area located in Alberta's South Saskatchewan... More ≫

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Alberta's irrigation industry plays a significant role in the province's economic and social well-being, with almost 70 per cent of Canada's irrigated area located in Alberta's South Saskatchewan River Basin. This study was prepared for the Alberta Irrigation Projects Association and was implemented to update the economic assessment of the impacts of irrigation on the economy and social well-being of Albertans.

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Water quality in Alberta's irrigation districts 2011 to 2015 : 2014 progress report

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Alberta's 13 irrigation districts contain more than 55 reservoirs and approximately 8,000 km of conveyance works, including canals and pipelines. Good quality irrigation water is needed for all... More ≫

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Alberta's 13 irrigation districts contain more than 55 reservoirs and approximately 8,000 km of conveyance works, including canals and pipelines. Good quality irrigation water is needed for all uses of the water: agricultural production, municipal water supply, wildlife habitat, and numerous recreational activities such as fishing, camping, and golfing. A five-year study (2011 to 2015) was conducted to assess the quality of irrigation water in these districts. This report summarizes activities and findings of the 2014 sampling season.

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Water storage opportunities in the South Saskatchewan River Basin in Alberta

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Presents the results of a study funded by the Irrigation Council to investigate the opportunities for developing additional storage to improve future water security in southern Alberta. After... More ≫

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Presents the results of a study funded by the Irrigation Council to investigate the opportunities for developing additional storage to improve future water security in southern Alberta. After reviewing previous studies and doing additional modelling and analysis, this study determined there is limited opportunity for additional water storage in southern Alberta. The consultant reviewed existing studies and conducted modelling within the boundaries of current regulations and apportionment agreements.

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Alberta's irrigation : a strategy for the future

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The irrigation strategy serves as a guide to Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development's research, information development, policy development, and programming as it works to support the... More ≫

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The irrigation strategy serves as a guide to Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development's research, information development, policy development, and programming as it works to support the irrigation industry's efforts to increase its economic contribution to Alberta, while improving conservation, efficiency and productivity of water use, and promoting water supply options that will ensure long-term needs are met.

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