- Mandatory public health measures in effect provincewide. Additional restrictions for high case regions took effect May 5.
- Get vaccinated: Everyone 30+ can book now. Everyone 12+ can book starting May 10.
Alberta Fertilizer Guide
The Alberta Fertilizer Guide provides information on the use of fertilizers under the various cropping and soil-climate conditions throughout the province. Farmers are encouraged to use it in conjunction with soil tests and their own experience to develop an effective and economic fertilizer program. The guide covers:
- cropping practices
- soil types and map
- problem soils
- fertilizers (types, rates and timing)
- application (methods and tables by crop type)
Nutrient Management Planning Guide
The Nutrient Management Planning Guide for Alberta is a resource for developing field-scale nutrient management plans. The primary objective of this guide is to facilitate nutrient management planning in Alberta. Information within the guide draws from theory, critical procedures and Alberta-specific considerations. The guide is laid out in 8 modules that address specific topics.
Fact sheets
Micronutrient Requirements of Crops
Ammonia Volatilization from Manure Application
Anhydrous Ammonia Use at Seeding
Crop Nutrition and Fertilizer Requirements
Fall-applied Nitrogen: Risks and Benefits
Phosphorus Fertilizer Application in Crop Production
Potassium Fertilizer Application In Crop Production
Sulphur Fertilizer Application in Crop Production
Online tools
Alberta Farm Fertilizer Information and Recommendation Manager
Contact
Connect with the Ag-Info Centre:
Hours: 8 am to 5 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 310-FARM (3276)
Phone: 403-742-7901 (outside Alberta)
Email: [email protected]