May 29, 2017Alberta EFP
Controlling Drift from Chemical Sprays
Attention to Fundamentals is KeyWith safety, liability and environmental concerns driving new developments, producers today have more options than ever in the ongoing battle against the airborne drift of chemical sprays. However, a well-rounded line of defence against spray drift still comes down to the fundamentals, according to Brian Storozynsky,...Read MoreMay 26, 2017Alberta EFP
Restore Riparian Growth Along Water Bodies
Benefits of healthy riparian areas Riparian areas can be found next to water sources, which include creeks and rivers as well as wetlands and lakeshores. Numerous benefits result from maintaining healthy riparian areas: this growth may reduce or prevent soil erosion, provide filtration and slow flooding. Riparian areas are important habitats...Read MoreMay 26, 2017Alberta EFP
Install an Anti-Syphon Valve
Description An anti-syphon valve is a type of check valve, or backflow preventer. These valves can be installed with water hoses, allowing water to flow forwards while preventing water in the hose from syphoning, or flowing, back into the water source, which can cause contamination. Using an anti-syphon valve reduces environmental...Read MoreMay 24, 2017Alberta EFP
Install a solar powered off-site watering system
Off-site watering Off-site watering describes a system where cattle drink from a trough that pumps water from a nearby water source. The cost of setting up your own system may not be cheap; however, funding may be available from programs such as the Farm Energy and Agri-Processing Program (FEAP). We advise...Read More
May 08, 2017Alberta EFP
FAQ: Alberta EFP renewal period
Why is Alberta EFP instituting a renewal period?1. Alberta is the only provincial/territorial EFP that does not have a renewal period. EFP is harmonizing nationally and we expect that all EFPs will need to harmonize their renewal period.2. EFPs are part of sustainable sourcing programs in Canada (potato sustainability...Read MoreApr 28, 2017Alberta EFP
Environmental Planning - Carving out a role in the succession of your farm
Written by Paul Watson, Alberta EFP Director. Environmental Planning - Carving out a role in the succession of your farm Besides all of the expected reasons to have an environmental farm plan, one often overlooked reason is the opportunity to engage youth in your operation. If your farm is looking for a...Read MoreApr 19, 2017Alberta EFP
Renewing Environmental Farm Plans Keeps Farms Competitive in a Global Economy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Renewing Environmental Farm Plans Keeps Farms Competitive in a Global EconomyLEDUC, Alberta, April 19, 2017 - The Alberta Environmental Farm Plan wants to hear from Alberta producers on the introduction of a new renewal period to keep Alberta competitive globally. The reasons to farm in an environmentally...Read MoreJan 26, 2017Alberta EFP