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What's New in Publications - Spring 2008

 
 
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 FS100/32 Varieties of Cereal and Oilseed Crops for Alberta html pdf
This publication provides information on cereal and oilseed varieties within production areas of Alberta. It contains important agronomic characteristics in table form for varieties of wheat, oats, barley, flax, canola, triticale and rye. 2008. 22 pages.

FS120/32 Varieties of Perennial Hay and Pasture Crops for Alberta html pdf
The Western Forage Testing trials began in 1994 and are conducted province-wide by various groups. This factsheet contains the latest yield comparison data from these trials as collected by the Alberta Forage Variety Committee. This publication is updated on a continuing basis as information becomes available. 2008. 12 pages.

140/638-2 Alberta Clubroot Management Plan html pdf
The purpose of this plan is to minimize the spread and build-up in canola, mustard and market garden fields in Alberta. Includes sections on regulatory status, plan rationale, clubroot management, responsibilities, and more. Revised 2008. 8 pages.

FS142/32-1 Varieties of Pulse Crops for Alberta html pdf
Provides information on pulse variety performance within Alberta to help farmers choose varieties best suited to their own particular farming situation. Includes pea, lentil, chickpea, fababean and dry bean. 2008. 10 pages.

171/821-5 The Economics of Sugar Beet Production in Alberta 2006
Report from a study into production costs and returns for sugar beet production in Alberta in 2006. As well as focusing on sugar beet production costs and returns in 2006, this publication contains a comparison of costs and returns from 1997-2006, an overview of sugar beet production in the province between 1980-2007, and more! 2008. 39 pages.

FS230/20-3 Beginning Berry Production html pdf
Alberta’s commercial berry production industry centres around strawberries, raspberries, saskatoons and black currants. This factsheet looks at things beginning berry producers should consider, from location to equipment to production factors, as well as lists varietal recommendations and information sources. Revised 2008. 3 pages.

FS400/716(C30) Remote Pasture Water Systems for Livestock html pdf
Good quality water and sufficient quantity are both vital to livestock. Dugout and off-stream watering systems are important tools in protecting water sources, riparian areas and livestock. This factsheet discusses water systems, water storage, water hauling and more. 2007. 10 pages.

FS420/50-2 Increasing Cow/Calf Profitability Using Chaff and Chaff/Straw Feedstuffs html pdf
Chaff that has often been considered a nuisance on the grain side of a mixed farm can prove to be a valuable low-cost feed alternative on the cattle side. Topics include feed testing, feeding chaff, crop acre requirements, general recommendations and more! 2008. 5 pages.

FS485/84-1 Fish Culture Licenses html pdf
Alberta Agriculture and Food issues three types of fish culture licenses: Recreational, Commercial A and Commercial B. Contains an explanation about what each license allows, as well as a question-and-answer section. Revised 2008. 2 pages.

FS538-2 Sampling Liquid Manure for Analysis html pdf
This factsheet discusses the importance and value of sampling manure as well as the best practices for sampling. 2008. 6 pages.

FS538-3 Ammonia Volatillization from Manure Application html pdf
This factsheet provides producers and farm managers with information that will help quantify the amount of ammonia loss that occurs when the apply manure on land. It is also a good source of information on best management practices producers can use to mitigate and control ammonia losses from the land application of manure. 2008. 4 pages.

F716(C01) Farm Water Supply Requirements html pdf
All farms in Alberta require a safe and dependable supply of good water. Accomplishing this goal can require some planning. Contains sections on livestock and poultry water consumption, water sources, water requirements, and more! Revised 2008.4 pages.

FS716(C11) Deep Well Jet Pumps html pdf
Deep well jet pumps are usually for wells with a pumping lift of 22 to 120m feet. This factsheet discusses operation of these pumps, as well as their applications, limitations, maintenance and priming. Revised 2008. 3 pages.

FS716(C28) Pump Houses html pdf
An insulated pump house provides excellent protection from freezing and contamination for the farm water system. Looks at planning, building and heating a pump house. Revised 2008. 3 pages.

FS716(C51) Frost-free Yard Hydrants html pdf
Frost-free yards are installed to provide water to various locations in the farmyard during all seasons of the year. Contains sections on operation, installation, using hydrants, and more. Revised 2008. 3 pages.

729-3 Solid-liquid Separation of Livestock Manure
Solid-liquid separation is a manure treatment technology that separates a portion of the solids from liquid manures. This booklet discusses separation techniques and equipment as well as performance of seperators. 2008. 16 pages.

FS729-4 Ammonia Emissions from Confined Feeding Operations (CFOs): Control and Mitigation html pdf
This factsheet provides farm managers and producers with information on how to reduce ammonia emissions from livestock housing and manure storage facilities. 2008. 5 pages.

FS768-1 Anaerobic Digesters html pdf
Anaerobic digestion has the potential for renewable energy production and manure stabilization. These potential benefits are significant against the current backdrop of rising energy costs and growing environmental concerns. This factsheet covers some of the basics, including the anerobic digestion process, operating parameters, digester feedstock material and environmental benefits. Revised 2008. 4 pages.

FS846-1 Developing a Promotional Plan. Ag-Strategies html pdf
This factsheet discusses how to create a product image and incorporate this image into a promotional package. Includes sections on what a promotional package is, preparing a product brochure and monitoring a promotional plan. Revised 2008. 4 pages.

878-1 Negotiating Surface Rights html pdf
Provides basic information for landowners and occupants who are involved in negotiations related to surface rights. Negotiating a surface rights agreement can involve many aspects that are specific to your own situation. This pamphlet gives an overview of a complex situation. Revised 2008. 8 pages.
 
 
 
 

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  Recent Additions and Revisons to Alberta Agriculture's Information Products Catalogue
What's New in Publications - Summer 2009
What's New in Publications - Spring 2009
What's New in Publications - Fall 2008
What's New in Publications - Winter 2008
What's New in Publications - Summer 2008
What's New in Publications - Spring 2008 - Current Document
 
 
 
 
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This information published to the web on January 11, 2008.
Last Reviewed/Revised on April 21, 2008.