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This week in Alberta agriculture.

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Published each Monday, Agri-News covers the latest on all things agriculture in Alberta. Find news on livestock, crops and markets, research, food and beverage production, and programs and events. Information published in this newsletter is intended for redistribution – feel free to share! If you reproduce articles, please mention the source.

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Video Ante-Mortem Inspection program

Species that can be slaughtered under the VAMI program are limited to domestic livestock.
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COVID-19 and foodservice trends

The pandemic has forever changed the foodservice industry.
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Global appetite for pork

While Canada is a strong exporter of pork, total global exports are forecast to decrease in 2022 from 2021 levels.
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Interactive export catalogue launched

Connecting international buyers with Alberta product and service suppliers.
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Lamb and sheep market update

Farm cash receipts for lamb operations are up, and prices continue to strengthen.
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Put option basics

Learn about the ins and outs of using put options in your marketing plan.
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Risk to bighorn sheep and mountain goat populations

Domestic sheep and goats can pose a significant threat to the health of bighorn sheep and mountain goat populations.
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Fed cattle prices holding strong

The Alberta fed cattle market is maintaining strong pricing into June.
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Fireworks and exploding targets can cause wildfires

Written permission from a forest officer is required to use fireworks or exploding targets in Alberta’s Forest Protection Area.
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Dangers of blue-green algae

How to identify, treat and prevent this toxic bacteria that can grow in dugouts when temperatures rise.
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Help protect Alberta’s beautiful elm trees

June 22 to 28 is Dutch Elm Disease Public Awareness Week.
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Weather and weather data at your fingertips

The Alberta Climate Information Service provides the forecast, weather alerts, radar and more importantly, the past weather.