Initiative
Wetland Policy
Alberta EFPAug 24, 2023
Landowner’s Guide to Wetland Policy
Wetland policy in Alberta plays a pivotal role in shaping the conservation and sustainable management of...
Alberta EFP
YOUR FARM, YOUR PLAN, YOUR FUTURE
Alberta Environmental Farm Plan is a whole-farm self-assessment tool to identify potential environmental risks on your farm.
Benefits of an EFP
Risk Assessment
Identify and address potential environmental risks on your farm.
Confidential
All of your information remains confidential between you and your technician.
Free & Voluntary
Completing an EFP is completely voluntary and free.
Ongoing Support
Your regional technician is available before, during and after completing your EFP.
STEWARDSHIP BEGINS WITH YOU
In an ever-changing environment, having a complete understanding of your farm’s sustainability responsibilities - both short and long-term - will help you navigate tomorrow’s challenges and ensure that your farm’s future is in good shape.
No one can predict the future, but we can prepare for it - together.
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE, ONE EFP AT A TIME
Change does not have to happen rapidly or be shouldered alone to have a lasting impact. Alberta EFP provides a free, confidential, whole-farm self-assessment tool for producers to know exactly where their farms are at. Completing an EFP allows for greater awareness, education, and access to market opportunities for producers across the province. Once an EFP is completed, it is valid for 10 years and provides you with an action plan that you can implement as time and resources allow.
Getting Started is Easy
1. REGISTER
Fill in some basic information about your farm and you’ll receive a confirmation email to activate your account.
2. ACCESS YOUR ACCOUNT
You can access your online WebBook right away to get started.
3. MEET YOUR TECHNICIAN
Once you activate your account, you will be assigned a technician from your region. You can reach out to your technician for support at any point.
4. BUILD YOUR ACTION PLAN
As you complete your workbook and identify risks, you’ll build an action plan that fits your farm to mitigate those risks. Then implement your EFP Action Plan on your own time and as resources allow. You will still have access to your technician to support you along the way.
Upcoming Farming Related Events
Latest News About EFP
Celebrating 20 Years
Alberta EFPJun 05, 2023
As we recently hit our 20th anniversary, we find ourselves looking back and reflecting. What started as a single 4” binder in the early-2000s has grown into a strong and supportive voice for Alberta’s farmers.
Introducing EFP 4.0
Alberta EFPMay 19, 2023
Our newest and latest version of the EFP webbook (version 4.0) is ready for you. It’s easier to use, and we believe it will make for a better experience for our users – Alberta agricultural producers.
New Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP) Cost-Share Programs
Alberta EFPApr 24, 2023
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), through the provincial government, recently released its cost-share programs. Three of the programs require...
Continuing to Link Sustainable Alberta Agriculture to the World
Alberta EFPFeb 10, 2023
Consumers are continuing to be more interested in how their food is grown, processed and brought to market. The international agricultural...
On Farm Climate Action Fund
Alberta EFPAug 12, 2022
Producer Dollars Available
First announced in Budget 2021, the $200-million On-Farm Climate Action Fund is an initiative to help farmers tackle...
News Release - Giving farmers choice on how to preserve biodiversity
Alberta EFPApr 23, 2021
Giving farmers choice on how to preserve biodiversity
April 23, 2021 – Edmonton, Alberta – Alberta Environmental Farm Plan
With new content...
Species at Risk Program Updates
Alberta EFPJun 15, 2017
Please check this page periodically for SAR program updates.
Blogs
Species At Risk
MULTISAR Program
News Releases
Species at Risk Component Added to...
Renewing Environmental Farm Plans Keeps Farms Competitive in a Global Economy
Alberta EFPApr 19, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Renewing Environmental Farm Plans Keeps Farms Competitive in a Global EconomyLEDUC, Alberta, April 19, 2017 -
The...
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