| | 013-1 Home Study Resources: 2004-2005
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development’s Home Study Program offers a variety of agriculture-related courses and software programs for home study and use. Find out what they are. 2004. Brochure.
FS096-2 Existing Operations: How They are Affected by the Agricultural Operation Practices Act html pdf
This factsheet contains answers to some frequently-asked questions how existing confined feeding operations are affected by the Agricultural Operation Practices Act. Topics covered include making improvements to operations, development permits, and manure handling regulations that apply to existing operations. 2004. 2 pages.
FS096-3 Record Keeping: What is Required by the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) html pdf
The Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) sets out manure management standards for all Alberta livestock operations. Under AOPA confined feeding operations and persons who handle more than 500 tonnes per year of manure or compost (or composting materials) must keep records for a minimum of five years. Find out what records are required. 2004. 4 pages.
100/25-1 Beneficial Management Practices: Environmental Manual for Crop Producers in Alberta html pdf
This manual aims to assist crop producers in selecting and implementing beneficial management practices. It provides a range of management options so producers can choose those alternatives best suited to their own operations. Chapters include environmental considerations, cropping practices, legislation, community relations, and energy inputs. 2004. 165 pages.
FS420/52-4 Beef Ration Rules of Thumb html pdf
This factsheet can guide producers through a feed test and help them understand the results. 2004. 2 pages.
FS420/56-2 Swath Grazing in Western Canada: An Introduction html pdf
Swath grazing is a management practice that can be used to extend the grazing season and to reduce feed, labour and manure costs for Western Canadian cattle producers. By planning, and following the guidelines described in this factsheet, producers can develop a suitable swath grazing program for their farming operation. 2004. 10 pages.
FS450/50-5 Feeding Working and Performance Horses html pdf
Whether competing at top levels or just being used for the occasional trail ride, working horses must be fed adequately to ensure optimal health and performance. Revised 2005. 5 pages.
FS460/50-3 Feeding the Stallion html pdf
The stallion is expected to be in top health, physically fit and ready to perform on demand. Nutrition plays a key role in maintaining the health and condition of the stallion before, during, and after the breeding season. Revised 2005. 4 pages.
FS460/50-6 Feeding the Broodmare html pdf
Since nutrition influences each stage of the broodmare’s production cycle, nutritional management may determine the success of the breeding program. This factsheet contains sections on ideal body scoring for broodmares, feeds for broodmares, general feeding guidelines, and feeding mares in early, mid and late gestation. Revised 2005. 6 pages.
FS485/655-1 Flatworm Cysts in Fish: the North American Liver Fluke html pdf
Human infections by parasitic worms in edible fish in Canada are rare. However, the North American liver fluke has been a serious problem for sled dogs in northern regions and is now emerging as a potential health risk to humans. 2004. 2 pages.
FS519-11 Controlling Narrow-leaved Hawk’s-beard in Direct Seeding Systems
Narrow-leaved hawk’s beard can be a problem in direct-seeded systems if not properly managed. Herbicide timing is the key to good control. This factsheet looks at the biology of this weed and available control options. Revised 2004. 4 pages.
FS519-18 Yellow Toadflax Control in Direct Seeding Systems html pdf
Yellow Toadflax is a perennial weed that spreads through an extensive creeping root system. Includes sections on growth and development, management strategies, reproduction, and more. Revised 2004. 5 pages.
FS519-21 Canada Thistle and Perennial Sow-thistle Control in Direct Seeding Systems
Canada Thistle and Perennial Sow Thistle are both common problems in Alberta farmland, regardless of the type of tillage used. This factsheet looks at using a systems approach to controlling these weeds in a direct seeding system. Revised 2004. 7 pages.
FS519-26 Dandelion Control in Direct Seeding Systems
Dandelion is among the toughest weeds to control in a direct seeding system. Dandelion control in direct seeding systems relies on good crop competition and the timely application of systematic herbicides. Find out how! Revised 2004. 6 pages.
FS622-5 Control of Clover Mites html pdf
Have a problem with Clover Mites? Find out what you can do to keep this pest in check. Includes information on life history and importance, as well as on control. Revised 2004. 1 page.
FS655-9 Intestinal Roundworms of Cattle html pdf
Parasitic roundworms are found year-round in cattle in Alberta. They can cause anemia, diarrhea, poor growth and even death. This factsheet focuses on the more common intestinal roundworms found in Alberta. 2004. 3 pages.
878-4 Pipelines in Alberta: What Farmers Need to Know html pdf
Provides surface owners or occupants with a synopsis of the procedures and regulations that may be encountered if an energy company constructs and installs a pipeline on privately owned or leased land. Revised 2004. 6 pages. |
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