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Agriculture Profile

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Municipal District of Rocky View
David Kalinchuk, Economic Development Manager
91 1 - 32ndAvenue NE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
T2E 6x6
Telephone: (403) 230- 1401 Extension 2262
Facsimile: (403) 277-5977
E-mai 1: dkalinchuk@gov .mdrockyview .ab.ca
Special thanks to Karen Heisler, M.Sc. of Rural Planning and Development, who
provided statistical expertise for the Agricultural Survey portion of this document.
First production, July 2003
Second production, April 2004
Printed in Canada.
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FORWARD
The Municipal District of Rocky View is located in the southern portion of the
Province of Alberta. With its land area of 1,000,121 acres or 4,048.49 km2,the M.D.
borders the City of Calgary on three sides, north, west and east. It has one of the largest
common boundaries between a city and an adjacent municipality in Canada. It has
numerous farms, small acreages, commercial developments, natural resource extraction
sites and some light industry relating to the oil and gas sector. It envelops a number of
small urban centres, such as the City of Airdrie, the Towns of Cochrane and Chestermere
and the Villages of Irricana and Beiseker.
Rocky View is nestled at the base of the foothills just east of the Rocky
Mountains. Its varied landscape consists of prairie, rolling foothills and spectacular views
of the white capped Rocky Mountains. The M.D. is blessed with beautifil scenery and is
proximate to the City of Calgary, which boasts a world class International Airport.
Moreover the convenience and abundance of outdoor activities, in addition to welllocated non-farm land suitable for development, makes the M.D. of Rocky View one of
the most desirable places in which to live and do business in all of mid-western Canada.
The M.D. of Rocky View is committed to a well-planned, affordable and
environmentally sound municipality for the benefit of its residents, neighbouring
communities and business associates now and into the foreseeable fiture.
Reeve and Council - Elected October 2001
Electoral District No. 4
Reeve A1 Schule
Deputy Reeve Lois Habberfield
Councilor Bob Everett
Councilor Brenda Goode
Councilor Tony Taylor
Councilor Bob Cameron
Councilor Larry Konschuk
Councilor Norman Kent
Councilor Paul McLean
- sworn in March 4‘h, 2003 after winning bi-election.
Rocky View Mission Statement
“The Municipal District of Rocky View No. 44 is dedicated to efficiently providing the
best quality municipal services through a democratic and responsive process that
recognizes and balances the diversity of its people, land and economic resources, on
behalf of the entire Municipality.’’
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MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF ROCKY VIEW NO. 44
91 1 - 32ndAvenue N.E.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2E 6x6
Telephone: (403) 230- 1401 Facsimile: (403) 277-5977
Website: www.gov.mdrockyview.ab.ca
Administration contacts
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Chief Administrative Officer - Valerie Schmaltz
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Community Services Manager - Jo-Ann Gourley
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Corporate Services Manager - Sandra Peterson-Keyes
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Economic Development Manager - David Kalinchuk
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Finance and Systems Director - John Rop
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Acting Human Resources Manager - Melodie Lincz
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Planning, Development and Building Services Manager - Stan Schwartzenberger
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Transportation Services Director - Brian Jobson
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Utility Services Manager - Frank Misura
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Chief Constable - A1 Musser
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Fire Chief - Trent West
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Agricultural Fieldman - Tim Dietzler
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Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Coordinator - Randy Ell
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Current Planning Coordinator - Linda Ratzlaff
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Development and Building Services Coordinator - Graham Smith
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Long Range Planning Coordinator - Lorie Pesowski
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Supervisor of Assessment and Taxation - Ted Boyda
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Supervisor of Finance Services - Kent Robinson
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Supervisor of Fleet and Facilities Services - Mike Depue
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Supervisor of Information Systems - Andrew Hall
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Supervisor of Transportation Services - Ron Goodwin
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Shop and Equipment Coordinator - Glen Nielsen
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Transportation Services Coordinator - Byron Riemann
Economic Development
The Municipal District of Rocky View is the lead organization responsible for the
coordination and implementation of an economic development strategy for Rocky View.
Economic development is also central in maximizing the regional strengths and
opportunities of the Calgary region. Under the leadership of the M.D. of Rocky View's
Reeve and Council, the Economic Development Office plans for short-term and longterm economic development, coordinates and leverages resources for economic
development, advises Council and staff on economic development issues, as well as
promotes and drives economic development and sustainable economic growth throughout
Rocky View. The result is an enhanced, ever-improving environment for doing business
that is positive, proactive, well planned and profitable.
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Did you know...
Cattle - Mankind’s First Working Capital
The word “cattle” comes from an Old French word,
“chattle” which means possession.
Linguistic evidence shows how ancient and
widespread the association between cattle and money
was. Not only do the English words “capital”, “chattels” and
“cattle” have a common root but “pecuniary” (which means
“of or related to money”) comes from the Latin word for
cattle “pecus” while in Welsh the word “da” used as an
adjective means “good” but used as a noun means both
“cattle” and “goods”.
Source: Dr. Glyn Davies, “A history of money from ancient
times to present day”, University of Wales Press, 1994.
The Sumerians were the first recorded culture to develop
the concept of interest. The concept of returning more or
“giving birth” to your asset came from lending cattle.
The Sumerian word for interest was “mash”. It was also the
word for “calves”.
The Egyptian word for interest is “ms”,
and means “to give birth.”
Source: Steve Rhode, “The History of Credit and Debt”.
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AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD
Contact Information
Tim Dietzler, Agricultural Fieldman
Telephone: (403) 520- 1271
Kim Butler, Agricultural Foreman
Telephone: (403) 520- 1272
Agricultural Service Board Fax
Facsimile: (403) 277-5977
History of the Agricultural Service Board
Agricultural Service Boards (ASB's) are unique to Alberta, and have been
established in the province for over 50 years. They were originally set up by the Alberta
Department of Agriculture to provide local (municipal) authority over the growing
problems of weed infestation, and soil degradation from wind & water. Previous efforts
to handle these concerns through limited provincial staff had not been effective, and
locally based programs with provincial coordination & technical support seemed to be the
answer.
In 1945, enabling provincial legislation was passed. The Agricultural Service
Board Act allowed rural jurisdictions to set up local "agricultural service boards" to deal
with weeds & soil erosion, with a qualified person (the Agricultural Fieldman) hired to
carry out the board's programs. Once formed, the board became advisory to the
municipal council and the Minister of Agriculture. Early ASB's consisted of a mix of
municipal councilors, ratepayers, and the local Alberta Agriculture District
Agriculturalist.
Rocky View's ASB was the first one established under the legislation in 1945.
Since then, it has provided input to Council and the Minister of Agriculture on issues of
mutual concern, and has directed relevant programming at the municipal level. Council
appoints four farmer members and three Councilors as voting members, with support
from designated staff.
Rocky View's Agricultural Service Board
- Appointed October 2002
Larry Konschuk, Chairman
Councilor - Division 6
Barrie Clayton, Vice Chairman
ASB Farmer Member - Chestermere Area
Lois Habberfield
Robert Duhn
ASB Farmer Member - Delacour Area
Brenda Goode
Tim Dietzler
Agricultural Fie ldman (Non-vot ing)
Eric Longeway
ASB Farmer Member - Springbank Area
Kim Butler
Agricultural Foreman (Non-voting)
Edith Wearmouth
ASB Farmer Member - Cochrane Area
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Duties of the Agricultural Service Board (ASB)
(a)
To act as an advisory body and to assist the council and the Minister, in
matters of mutual concern,
(b)
To advise on and to help organize and direct weed and pest control and
soil and water conservation programs,
(c)
To assist in the control of livestock disease under the Livestock Diseases
Act,
(d)
To promote, enhance and protect viable and sustainable agriculture with a
view to improving the economic viability of the agricultural producer, and
(e)
To promote and develop agricultural policies to meet the needs of the
municipality .
ASB Strategic Plan
Rocky View’s Agricultural Service Board recently updated its Strategic Plan.
This document was approved by Council in April 2003.
Mission Statement
The Agricultural Service Board provides agricultural programs and services for
rural residents to promote a diverse and sustainable agricultural industry within the
municipality .
Vision Statement
The Agricultural Service Board will promote and coordinate needed programs and
services in the areas of weeds, pests, soil and water conservation and related
environmental issues. They will have a client focus of all rural residents within the
municipality. Agricultural producers, industry and other rural residents will live in
harmony. Land will be conserved for agriculture use. Strong policies and innovative
funding will ensure the board’s continued success. The Agricultural Service Board will
be made up of a diverse membership that will have a broad perspective on the issues.
They will provide sound recommendations to Council for input into effective policies.
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Guiding Principles
Communicate with residents in an open and transparent manner.
Conserve land for agriculture use.
Rural residents live in harmony with each other.
Balance exists between agriculture, industrial, residential land and water use.
5 . Good stewardship of municipal lands.
6. Proactive planning for environmentally sustainable development.
7. Meet legislative requirements of provincial statutes.
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Goals
1 . Enhance environmenta1 sustainability by encouraging responsible stewardship of
land and water resources.
2. Incorporate current issues, technologies and trends in agriculture into programs
and services provided by ASB.
3. Operate in an efficient and effective manner, communicating the benefits and
outcomes of the board and staff internally and externally.
4. To provide services that benefit agricultural and rural residents in the
Municipality.
The ASB meets at least four times annually to consider issues and make
recommendations to Council.
Did you know...
49% of Canadian beef comes from Alberta.
In 2001, there were 6,615,201 head of cattle in Alberta.
This is equates to 2.12 cattle for every person in Alberta.
In the M.D. of Rocky View, there were
5.23 cattle for every person in 2001 (160,593 cattle).
Source: Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
200 1 Census of Agriculture, Statistics Canada
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ALBERTA BEEF BREEDS
FORWARD
Reeve and Council
Administrative Contacts
Economic Development
AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD
History of the Agricultural Service Board
Rocky View’s Agricultural Service Board
Duties of the Agricultural Service Board (ASB)
ASB Strategic Plan
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INTRODUCTION
Total Area: Municipal District of Rocky View
Population Density per km2
Total Population
Population Change ( 1996 to 200 1)
Total Dwellings
Number of Employees at the M.D. of Rocky View
Municipal Road and Highway Totals
Provincial Road and Highway Totals
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LOCATION
Elevation
Latitude and Longitude
Time Zone
Total Area
Major Metropolitan Centre - City of Calgary
City of Calgary Total Area
Unincorporated Communities within Rocky View
Map: Municipal District of Rocky View
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Alberta - General Information
M.L.A. Airdrie-Rocky View and Banff-Cochrane Constituencies
Map: Province of Alberta
Canada - General Information
Members of Parliament for Wild Rose and Macleod Constituencies
Map: Canada and the United States
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Primary trade area population
Secondary trade area population
Tertiary trade area population
Total trade area population
Other trade area facts
Agriculture in the M.D. of Rocky View
Special Crops Grown in Alberta
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WATERSHED AREAS
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Map: Watershed Areas - Municipal District of Rocky View
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HUTTERITE COLONIES IN ROCKY VIEW
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4-H CLUBS IN ROCKY VIEW
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INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE
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Agriculture into the future
Business Development and Support
Community Futures Development Corporations
Chambers of Commerce & Business Associations
Crop Diversification Centre South - Brooks
Lethbridge Research Centre - Lethbridge
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CLIMATE
Average Temperature: Record Monthly Highs and Lows
Other Weather Statistics
Average Monthly Precipitation, Wind Speed, and Relative Humidity
Climate Severity Index
Average Sunrise and Sunset Times
ECONOMIC ACTIVITY
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NEW AND EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES
Woodlot Development
Value Added Processing
Tree Nurseries
Strawberries and Raspberries
Saskatoons
Other Fruit Production
Organic Crops
Organic Beef (and other meats)
Medicinal Plants
Horse Industry
Greenhouse Production - Vegetables
Greenhouse Production - Bedding Plants
Free-Range Poultry
Echinacea Angustifolia
Dried Flowers and Ornamental Grasses
Culinary Herbs and Spices
Bison, Alpaca, Llama and Elk
Agr i-Tourism
Summary
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FARM FINANCES IN ALBERTA
Average Total Farm Income Per Family
Other Farm Financial Statistics
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TRANSPORTATION
Rail Services
Highways
Primary Transportation Corridors
Traffic Counts - Municipal District of Rocky View
Map: Traffic Counts - Municipal District of Rocky View
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AIR SERVICES
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - Cargo Services
Cargo Support Facilities
Livestock Handling Capabilities
Other Air Services in Rocky View
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FARMERS’ MARKETS
FOOD PROCESSING
Food Processing Development Centre at Leduc
Food Safety Information
Farm Direct Marketing
Food Industry Trends
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HOUSEHOLD SPENDING ON FOOD
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Canadian Weekly Food Expenditures for Selected Types of Households
Other Food and Restaurant Facts
Households prefer convenience
Meats, eggs and dairy products
Canadian Weekly Food Expenditures
Western Canada Weekly Food Expenditures Per Household
Calgary Area Average Household Expenditures
Canada and the United States: Comparing Food Consumption
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200 1 AGRICULTURE SURVEY
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Map: Rocky View and the Calgary Region
Map: South and Central Alberta
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Fruit, Berry and Nut Production
Field Crops Grown
Vegetables Grown for Sale
Nursery, Sod and Forest Products Grown for Sale
Farm Land Area Classified by Use of Land
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Farms Classified by Area in Crops and Summerfallow
Greenhouse Products Grown for Sale
Mushrooms Grown for Sale
Use of Irrigation, Commercial Fertilizer, Herbicides, Insecticides
Manure Application Methods
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Farms Classified by Soil Conservation Practices
Tillage Practices Used to Prepare Land for Seeding
Forms of Weed Control Used on Summerfallow Land
Poultry Inventory
Poultry Production and Birds Hatched in Commercial Hatcheries
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Total Number of Cattle and Calves
Total Alberta Cattle and Calves: Supply Disposition Balance Sheet
Total Number of Pigs
Total Number of Sheep and Lambs
Other Livestock and Colonies of Bees
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Alberta Feed Requirements: Total Grain1 Based Feed
Alberta Feed Requirements: Per Animal Grain Based Feed
Alberta Feed Requirements: Per Animal Dry Matter Feed
Farm Machinery Inventory and Market Value
Farm Capital
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Farm Classified by Total Farm Capital
Farms Classified by Total Gross Farm Receipts
Farm Business Operating Expenses
Farms Reporting Total Gross Farm Receipts of $2,500 or More
Paid Agricultural Labour
Farms Classified by Computer Application Used
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1996 AGRICULTURE SURVEY
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Historical Fruit, Berry and Nut Production
Historical Field Crops Grown
Historical Vegetables Grown for Sale
Historical Nursery, Sod and Forest Products Grown for Sale
Historical Farm Land Area Classified by Use of Land
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Farms Classified by Total Farm Area (1996) and
Area in Crops and Summerfallow (2001)
Historical Greenhouse Products Grown for Sale
Historica1 Mushrooms Grown for Sale
Historical Use of Irrigation, Comm. Fertilizer, Herbicides, Insecticides
Historical Manure Application Methods
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Historical Farms Classified by Soil Conservation Practices
Historical Tillage Practices Used to Prepare Land for Seeding
Historical Forms of Weed Control Used on Summerfallow Land
Historical Poultry Inventory
Historical Poultrv Production. Birds Hatched in Commercial Hatcheries
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Historical Total Number of Cattle and Calves
Historical Total Number of Pigs
Historical Total Number of Sheep and Lambs
Historical Other Livestock and Colonies of Bees
Historical Farm Machinery Inventory and Market Value
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Historical Paid Agricultural Labour
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North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)
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FOOD STATISTICS
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Cereal Products Consumed in Canada
Sugars and Syrups Consumed in Canada
Red Meat Consumed in Canada
Poultry and Eggs Consumed in Canada
Seafood Consumed in Canada
Pulses and Nuts Consumed in Canada
Oils and Fats Consumed in Canada
Dairy Products Consumed in Canada
Fresh Fruit Consumed in Canada
Processed Fruit and Juice Consumed in Canada
Fresh Vegetables Consumed in Canada
Processed Vegetables Consumed in Canada
Beverages Consumed in Canada
WESTERN CANADA MILEAGE CHART
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INTRODUCTION
Total Area:
4,048.49 km2 or 1,562.7 miles2 or 1,000,121 acres
(almost the size of Prince Edward Island or
the State of Delaware)
Population Density per km2 7.6 people per km2
Total Population:
35,620 estimated population (M.D. of Rocky View, 2004)
30,688 population (2001 Stats Canada Census)
Population Change
1996 to 2001 (percentage)
+ 31.6%
Total Dwellings:
10,350 dwellings (2001 Stats Canada Census)
Number of Employees at
the M.D. of Rocky View:
166 full-time employees
Council members:
CAO and Executive Assistant
Community Services:
Corporate Services:
Economic Development:
Finance and Systems:
Human Resources:
Planning Services:
Transportation Services:
Utility Services:
9 elected officials
2 employees
27 employees
15 employees
1 employee
24 employees
1.5 employees
29 employees
61 employees
6 employees
Municipal Roads and Highways
(as of November 2003):
Bridges and large culverts for waterways: over 450
Local paved: 405 kilometers or 25 1.7 miles
Local base or seal coat: 301 kilometers or 187 miles
Local oiled or cold mix: 38 kilometers or 23.6 miles
Local gravel: 1,629 kilometers or 1,012.2 miles
Total: 2,373 kilometers or 1,474.6 miles
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Provincial Road and Highway Totals:
Primary highways: 328 kilometers or 203.8 miles
Secondary paved: 267 kilometers or 165.9 miles
Secondary base or seal coat: 20 kilometers or 12.4 miles
Secondary gravel: 40 kilometers or 24.9 miles
Total: 655 kilometers or 407 miles
Did you know.. .
Alberta accounts for 22% of Canadian agricultural
production with only 9% of Canada’s population.
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LOCATION
The M.D. of Rocky View surrounds the City of Calgary. It is located in the
southern portion of Alberta. The M.D. of Rocky View is approximately three hours from
the City of Edmonton (Alberta’s capital city), one hour from the Town of Banff in the
Rocky Mountains and is two hours from the State of Montana border (United States).
E levation:
1,048.43 meters or 3,439.71 feet above sea level
(Elevation varies within the M.D. of Rocky View.)
Latitude:
Longitude:
51” 03’ 07” N
114”22’ 14” W
Time Zone:
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
or Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) minus 7 hours
Daylight saving from April to October.
Total Area:
M.D. of Rocky View: 404,474 hectares or 1,000,121 acres
(approximately 42 townships)
Major Metropolitan Centre: City of Calgary
922,3 15 population (April 2003)
City of Calgary Total Area: 72 1.73 km2 or 278.54 miles2 (February 2001)
Unincorporated Communities
within Rocky View:
Community of Balzac
Community of Bottrel
Hamlet of Bragg Creek
Hamlet of Cochrane Lake
Hamlet of Conrich
Hamlet of Dalemead
Hamlet of Dalroy
Hamlet of Delacour
Hamlet of Indus
Community of Janet
Community of Kathyrn
Hamlet of Keoma
Hamlet of Langdon
Hamlet of Madden
Hamlet of Shepard
Bearspaw-Glendale Area
Springbank Area
no residents within
9 population
488 population
137 population
28 population
3 1 population
42 population
8 population
34 population
no residents within
7 population
8 1 population
1,658 population
28 population
146 population
3$6 1 population
7,295 population
Source: M.D. ofRocky View - 2000 Census Results
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Alberta
Population:
Area:
Capital City:
Unemployment Rate :
GDP Per Capita
GDP Real Growth Rate
3,172,12 1 (January 2004 Estimated)
255,000 square miles (66 1,000 square kilometers)
Almost the size of the State of Texas.
Edmonton, Alberta
5.2% unemployment rate (March 2004)
$36,007 (1999)
5% (2001 Estimated)
Alberta has the highest possible AAA credit rating from Standard & Poor's as
well as Moody's Investors Service.
Alberta has no general capital tax or payroll tax and is the only province in
Canada with no provincial sales tax.
Alberta has been the national leader in economic growth from 1995 to 2000 with
an average real rate of growth of 4.6% per year. Forecasts indicate that Alberta
will continue to lead Canada in economic growth for the next five years.
Source: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce 2001
Albertans are among the highest-educated people in North America with 49% of
the workforce holding a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree.
Source: Alberta Economic Development I999
Progressive Conservative Government (74 of 83 seats)
Premier Ralph Klein (MLA for Calgary-Elbow since March 20, 1989)
MLA for Airdrie-Rocky View
(Member of the Legislative Assembly)
MLA for Banff-Cochrane
(Member of the Legislative Assembly)
Carol Haley, Progressive Conservative
Constituency Office
P.O. Box 5257,209 Bower Street
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2B3
Tel: (403) 948-8741
Fax: (403) 948-8744
Janis Tarchuk, Progressive Conservative
Constituency Office
P.O. Box 790, 3rdFloor - 229 Bear Street
Banff, Alberta
TOL OCO
Tel: (403) 760-8281
Fax: (403) 760-5009
Legislature Office
No. 132, 10800 - 97thAvenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T5K 2B6
Tel: (780) 427- 1879
Fax: (780) 4 15-0968
E-mail: ai rdrie.rockyv iew@assembl y .ab.ca
Legislature 0ffice
No. 719, Legislature Annex, 9718 - 107thSt.
Edmonton, Alberta
T5K lE4
Tel: (780) 415-0993
Fax: (780) 422- 1671
E-mail: banff.cochraneoassembl y. ab.ca
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Canada
Population:
Area:
Capital City:
Unemployment Rate:
GDP Per Capita
GDP Real Growth Rate
3 1,752,842 (January 2004 Estimated)
3.9 million square miles ( 10 million square kilometers)
Canada is the world's second largest nation.
Ottawa, Ontario
7.4% unemployment rate (March 2004)
$29,300 (2002 Estimated)
-0.7% (August 2003)
Easy access to the North American market through the North American Free
Trade Agreement, with a combined GDP exceeding US $9.4 trillion.
Source: Industry Canada 2000
Exchange rates for the Canadian dollar offer great value for international trade.
Business costs in Canada are about 36 percent lower that the United States.
Source: The Economist, Economic Intelligence Unit I998
Advantages for employers include the second-lowest employee benefit costs and
lowest payroll taxes among G-7 nations.
Liberal Government (1 70 of 300 seats)
Prime Minister Paul Martin (Member of Parliament for La Salle-Emard, Quebec)
Member of Parliament for Wild Rose
(7thfastest growing riding in Canada)
Member of Parliament for Macleod
(14'h fastest growing riding in Canada)
Myron Thompson, Canadian Alliance
Official Opposition
Dr. Grant Hill, Canadian Alliance
Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition
Constituency Office
2 13 Main Street, P.O. Box 38 16
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2B9
Toll free: 1-800-667-0410
Tel: (403) 948-5 103
Fax: (403) 948-0879
Constituency Office
P.O. Box 430
Okotoks, Alberta
TOL IT0
Toll free: 1-800-667-0478
Tel: (403) 938-5005
Fax: (403) 938-5604
Parliamentary Office
Room 60 1, Justice Building
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
KIA OA6
Tel: (6 13) 996-5 152
Fax: (6 13) 947-460 1
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Room 49 1, West Block
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
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Tel: (613) 995-8471
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With world-class highway, rail and air service,
and superior proximity to the City of Calgary,
the Municipal District of Rocky View serves the growing markets of
British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
as well as the northwestern and midwestern United States.
Mountain Standard Time Zone
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CLIMATE
Average Temperature,
Record Monthly Highs and Lows
(Note: Due to vast geographical space and elevations, temperatures will range throughout
the Municipal District of Rocky View.)
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Average monthly
temperature ("C)
Average monthly
temperature (OF)
Record monthly high
Record monthly low
- 7°C
19°F
22°F
30°F
4 1°F
50°F
58°F
62°F
60°F
52°F
43°F
2 7°F
20°F
16°C or 61°F
22°C or 73°F
19°C or 67°F
27°C or 81°F
3 1°C or 88°F
33°C or 92°F
33°C or 93°F
33°C or 93°F
32°C or 90°F
28°C or 84°F
22°C or 72°F
17°C or 64°F
-35°C or -3 1°F
-36°C or -33°F
-31°C or -24°F
-20°C or -4°F
-7°C or 18°F
0°C or 32°F
3°C or 38°F
-2°C or 27°F
-8°C or 17°F
-23"Cor 11°F
-32°C or -27°F
-36°C or -33°F
Februar
March
Ami1
October
November
Average 4°C
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Record high
33°C or 93°F
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-36°C or -33°F
Source: International Station Meteorological Climate Survey, 2001
Other Weather Statistics
Total snowfall per year:
135.4 centimeters or 53.3"
(Snowfall normally accounts for only 25% of the
annual precipitation, much of which normally
evaporates in the Chinook winds.)
Days with measurable snowfall:
62 days
Total rainfall per year:
300.3 mrn or 11.8"
Total hours of bright sunshine:
2,294.6 hours per year
Source: Environment Canada I998
Average number of frost-free days: 112 frost-free days per year
Horticultural zones:
Ranging from 2b to 3a
Source: Calgary Horticultural Society 2002
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Average Monthly Precipitation,
Wind Speed and Relative Humidity
(Note: Due to vast geographical space and elevations, wind speed, precipitation and relative humidity
ranges throughout the Municipal District of Rocky View.)
Precipitation
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Wind speed
12 mm or 0.5”
15 mm or 0.6”
20 mm or 0.8”
25 mm or 1.0’’
53 mm or 2.1”
81 mm or 3.2”
66 mm or 2.6”
55 mm or 2.2”
40 mm or 1.6”
17 mm or 0.7”
15 mm or 0.6”
15 mm or 0.6”
Relative humidity
(afternoon)
64%
66%
7 1%
70%
70%
73%
77%
80%
75%
68%
69%
65%
59%
58%
55%
42%
44%
44%
44%
46%
47%
47%
60%
61%
Average per year
71%
Average per year
55%
27 km/h or 17 mph
25 km/h or 16 mph
12 km/h or 8 mDh
22 km/h or 13 mph
22 km/h or 13 mph
22 km/h or 13 mph
16 km/h or 10 mph
16 km/h or 10 mph
20 km/h or 12 mph
12 k d h or 8 mDh
24 krdh or 14 mph
27 km/h or 17 mph
Total per year
42 I mm or 16.6”
Average per year
20 k d h or 12 mph
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(morning)
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Climate Severity Index
Major Canadian Cities
Climate severity
City
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Vancouver, British Columbia
Calgary, Alberta (M.D. of Rocky View)
Toronto, Ontario
Edmonton, Alberta
Ottawa, Ontario
Montreal, Quebec
Regina, Saskatchewan
Winnipeg, Manitoba
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13
18
34
35
37
43
45
47
51
Environment Canada’s Climate Severity Index has a range of
one (very mild) to 100 (very severe).
Source: Environment Canada 2001
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Average Sunrise
Average Sunset
Sunshine hours per month
January
February
March
Ami1
May
June
Julv
August
September
October
8:31 am
7 5 0 am
6:49 am
6:35 am
5:47 am
5:23 am
5:41 am
6:24 am
7:12 am
7 5 9 am
5:Ol pm
5 5 1 pm
6:43 pm
8:26 Dm
9:21 pm
9 5 1 pm
9: 43 Dm
9 5 5 pm
8 5 0 pm
6:41 Dm
113.8 hours
136.8 hours
174.0 hours
214.8 hours
256.0 hours
285.5 hours
320.1 hours
284.8 hours
201.8 hours
179.0 hours
December
8:32 am
4:32 pm
102.5 hours
Did you know ...
CHINOOK ARCH
Chinook is an Indian name meaning “snow eater”.
As described by a weather man, “An odd patch of clear sky between mountains and
evening clouds. It heralds the arrival of warm winds from the west. In summer, winds
pass unnoticed. In winter, winds provide welcome relief. Temperatures can rise as
much as 50 degrees, even more, in a few hours snow can become water in a short
period. The miracle of a Chinook takes place when the Pacific air moves inland. As it
rises across the mountains, it cools and deposits moisture as rain. Then it descends
along the eastern slopes of the Rockies. As the warm dry air moves in, the Chinooks
turn winter into artificial spring.”
In southwestern Alberta, one in three winter days is a Chinook day. The maximum
daily temperature anomaly associated with the wind ranges from +I
3°C in the
northwest to +25”C in the southeast. The temperature rise at the onset of the event is
abrupt and steep: an increase of 27°C has been observed!
The Chinook melts snow, dries soil, desiccates vegetation and is a factor in soil
erosion.
Source: The Canadian Encyclopedia, Year 2000 Edition
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ECONOMIC ACTIVITY
Trade Area, 200 1 Populations
Primary trade area population:
954,982
(Includes populations within Calgary, Airdrie, Irricana, Beiseker,
Crossfields, Chestermere, Cochrane, the Tsuu T’ina First Nation, the
Stoney First Nation and the entire M.D. of Rocky View)
Secondary trade area population:
86,587
(Includes populations within the Calgary Regional Marketplace:
M.D. of Bighorn, Wheatland County, the M.D. of Foothills,
Kananaskis County, Banff National Park and all urban jurisdictions
there within.)
Tertiary trade area population:
477,156
(Includes populations within the Southeast Regional Marketplace: 9 1,063
pop., Southwest Regional Marketplace: 164,424 pop., and the Central
Regional Marketplace: 22 1,699 pop.)
Total trade area population:
1,5 18,725
Source: Statistics Canada 2001 - Population Data.
Other trade area facts
The M.D. of Rocky has an overnight distribution to a market of 17 million.
A market size of 52 million consumers are within a 24 hour drive of the M.D. of
Rocky View. (This includes western Canada, the U.S. Northwest and California.)
Did you know...
There are 52 million acres used for crop and livestock
production in Alberta.
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Agriculture in the Municipal District of Rocky View
Crop production in the eastern two-thirds of the Municipal District of Rocky
View centres around wheat, barley, canola and rye where average yields range from 50 to
100 bushels per acre for barley, 25 to 45 bushels per acre for wheat, 20 to 40 bushels per
acre for canola and 35 to 50 bushels per acre for fall rye. Continuous cropping is
common, but rotations including summer fallow, once in 4 years, often occurs.
The western third of the municipality is generally devoted to livestock production
where cereals for green-feed and annual forage for pasture is prevalent. There are
approximately 900 operations with 20+ head of cattle each. The larger operations (200 to
500 cows) are located along the western foothills. A number of feedlots are also
dispersed throughout the Municipality.
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Special Crops Grown in Alberta
Major Special Crops
Canary Seed
Lentils
Dry Beans
Mustard
Sunflower
Field Peas
Sugar Beets
Borage
Chickpeas
Fava Beans
Mint
Sun Wheat
Buckwheat
Chives
Ginseng
Safflower
Caraway
Coriander
Grain Corn
Silage Corn
Wild Rice
Amaranth
Chinese Broad Beans
Echinacea
Hemp
Lupins
Quinoa
Seabuckthorn
Tarragon
Basil
Cilantro
Fenugreek
Kamut
Parsley
Sage
Spelt
Catnip
Dill
Golden Seal
Lanthyrus
Proso Millet
Savory
Stevia
Wild Bird Seed
Did you know.. .
“The Garden”, a local market garden in the M.D. of Rocky
View, only ten kilometers east of Calgary, is the largest
strawberry farm in Alberta with over 20 acres of
strawberries cultivated.
Source: The Garden, telephone (403) 936-5569.
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WATERSHED AREAS
The Municipal District of Rocky View is a strategic part of six watershed areas:
Bow River Watershed
Elbow River Watershed
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Kneehills Creek Watershed
Little Red Deer River Watershed
Nose Creek Watershed
Rosebud River Watershed
Farmers and ranchers in Rocky View use beneficial management practices in their
operations to protect the land and water resources in these watershed areas. These
practices include: proper manure management, non-chemical pest and weed control, and
alternative ways to water livestock.
Beneficial management practices and urban partnerships also help to protect and
enhance watershed areas for water quality (riparian zones and wetland management),
fish, wildlife and plant habitat.
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HUTTERITE COLONIES IN ROCKY VIEW
Hutterite settlers first began arriving in Alberta from the Dakotas in 1918. World
War I had brought with it a necessary patriotism in the United States, and with it
persecution of the antiwar colonists, some of whom were forcibly drafted or sent to
objector camps. The Hutterites’ preservation of a communal, conservative, and pacifist
lifestyle meant that they sought exemption from public office or military service, and
educated their children through an independent school system. The terms of an 1899
agreement between Hutterites and the Canadian government supports this lifestyle.
The Hutterite history in Alberta, although not quite so dramatic as their history in
Europe, has not been without hardship. Their agreement with Canada was reassuring, but
the moves to Alberta between 1918 and 1920 were undertaken by many colonies at a
considerable loss. Five Lehrerleut and four Dariusleut colonies (named after founders
Lehrer and Darius) moved into southern Alberta, either between Magrath and Cardston,
and just northeast of Calgary, in the Rockyford area. Land agents had assembled land in
the area, but the first years of settlement were particularly difficult for the displaced
settlers. The establishment of communal living patterns entailed erecting a familiar
pattern of buildings, digging wells, and buying agricultural machinery and livestock.
Source: Alberta - Land of Opportunity: The Great Migration
There are five Hutterite Colonies in the Municipal District of Rocky View:
Beiseker Hutterian Brethren (Beiseker) - est. 1926
Rockyview Hutterian Brethren (Crossfield) - est. 2000
Fairview Hutterian Brethren (Crossfield) - est. 1944
Tschetter Hutterian Brethren (Irricana) - est. 1948
Sand Hills Hutterian Brethren (Beiseker) - est. 1936
Within the M.D. of Rocky View, four other colonies also have land they farm:
Mountainview Hutterian Brethren (Strathmore) - est. 1992
Neudorf Hutterian Brethren (Crossfield) - est. 1992
Springvale Hutterian Brethren (Rockyford) - est. 1918
Stahlville Hutterian Brethren (Rockyford) - est. 1919
Hutterite Colonies in Rocky View produce a wide variety of agricultural
commodities and finished products. Items such as eggs, poultry, meats, vegetables,
potatoes, furniture and other hand-crafted, quality goods can be purchased from the
Hutterite Colonies.
Each Hutterite Colony in the M.D. of Rocky View specializes in production of
certain agricultural commodities or products.
Consumers interested in buying from a local Hutterite Colony can talk to the
leaders within the Hutterian Brethren.
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4-H CLUBS IN ROCKY VIEW
The Municipal District of Rocky View and the Calgary Region have a rich and
diverse history of 4-H Clubs. “4-H has proven itself through the years to be one of the
most effective and durable youth development programs in the world.” 4-H in Canada
first started in Roland, Manitoba in 1913.
The history of 4-H in Alberta dates back to the spring of 1917. Mr. W.J. Elliott, a
principal of the School of Agriculture in Olds (now known as Olds College),
supplemented the school fair program at Olds by organizing a boys and girls swine club.
In 1917,24 members enrolled. Due the success of the Olds Club, the Province of
Alberta’s Department of Agriculture asked Mr. Elliott to organize Province wide 4-H
clubs in 1918. That year, fifteen clubs were organized with 225 members.
In Alberta, since 1917,4-H member projects have included: swine, beef, dairy,
poultry, sheep, clothing, foods, indoor garden, interior design, outdoor garden, field
crops, sugar beets, sweet corn, light horse and pony, automotives, tractor, leathercraft,
junior leader, photography, self determined, crafts, outdoorsman, rabbit, veterinary
science, woodworking, small engine, snowmobiling, speech arts, canine, apiculture,
pheasant, computer, goat, marketing, money management and wildlife habitat.
Today, 4-H continues to strive to help the 35,000 members and 10,000 leaders
across Canada become exceptional community leaders. Worldwide, there are over 7
million members in 80 countries that belong to the 4-H program.
Historical 4-H Clubs in Rocky View
Balzac 4-H Field Crops Club - established 1966
Crossfield Swine Club
Beiseker 4-H Clothing & Craft - established 1970
Conrich Grain Club - established 1928
Symons Valley Calf Club - established 1934
Bearspaw 4-H Beef Club - established 1972
I Airdrie Junior Grain Club - established 1938
1 Jumoing Pound Beef - established 1975
Springbank 4-H Dairy Calf Club - established 1938 Irricana 4-H Country Riders - established 1973
Balzac 4-H Beef Club - established 1930’s
Golden Rod 4-H Multi Club - established 1975
Crossfield 4-H Club - established 1942
Airdrie Flying Hooves - established 1975
1 Bearsoaw 4-H Dairv Club - established 1943
I Calgarv 4-H Alumni Club - established 1977
Airdrie 4-H Beef Club - established 1950
Bow Valley 4-H Light Horse - established 1978
Bow Valley Beef & Multi Club - established 1951
Crowfoot 4-H Multi Club - established 1970
Irricana 4-H Beef & Multi Club - established 195 1 i Cochrane 4-H Multi Club - established 1983
I Soringbank 4-H Beef Club - established 1952
I South Cremona 4-H Beef Club - established 1986
Cochrane 4-H Beef Club - established 1954
Springbank Rawhides 4-H - established 1987
Beiseker 4-H Beef Club - established 1957
Big Hill Light Horse 4-H Club East - est. 1989
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Source: 4-H and Alberta - 75 Years of Growing Together, 1992
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, 2003
For more information on 4-H Clubs in your area, contact:
Mr. Rob Smith, Regional 4-H Specialist
Agriculture Centre, 540 1 - 1st Avenue South Lethbridge, Alberta T 1J 4V6
Telephone: (403) 38 1-5815 Facsimile: (403) 382-4526
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INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE
Alberta offers excellent opportunities and advantages for new food and
agricultural processing ventures. Strength in the industry has prompted food and beverage
companies to make major investment in Alberta. In the past 5 years, over $1 billion has
been invested by top food processing companies in the world.
Investors in Alberta's agri-food processing industry enjoy favourable conditions
unique to our province. The province is strategically located to deliver goods quickly and
inexpensively. With effective road, rail, and air links to markets, Alberta has become a
major distribution centre. Goods are shipped to Western Canada and the rapidly
expanding markets in the pacific and northwestern United States, as well as Pacific Asia
and the Russian Far East.
Alberta's extensive network of research and development facilities help develop
and commercialize products and processes. Agricultural research has resulted in better
production methods, new crop varieties, and the largest, most varied genetic pool of
breeding livestock in the world. Funding agencies that support agri-food research include
the Alberta Agricultural Research Institute and the Alberta Value Added Corporation.
Agriculture into the future
The rapidly changing global economy is creating many new opportunities for
Alberta's agri-food industry:
World population surpassed six billion people in the year 2000, and is expected to
reach 8.1 billion by 2025. Sixty per cent will reside in east Asia.
Trade agreements, modern technology, transportation systems and sophisticated
communications systems are facilitating greater international access and
movement of goods and services.
World trade in agricultural products is continuing to grow with demand shifting
dramatically from bulk commodities to consumer ready foods.
Value-added products and niche markets are anticipated to grow rapidly. In
addition, markets for new products, such as functional foods and food ingredients,
industrial and non-food uses are also expected to grow.
Environmental issues are becoming increasingly important. As a result, there is a
market differentiation for clean, wholesome and safe products.
Source: Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, 2003
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Business Development and Support
91 1 - 32ndAvenue N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 6 x 6
Telephone: (403) 230-1401
Facsimile: (403) 277-5977
Alberta Agriculture, Food & Rural Development
P.O. Bag 1, Alberta Agriculture
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2Cl
Telephone: (403) 948-8537
Facsimile: (403) 948-2069
Alberta Economic Development
Suite 300, 639 - 5thAvenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
T2P OM9
Telephone: (403) 297- 8920
Facsimile: (403) 297-6 168
Alberta Agriculture Information Centre 1-866-882-7677
Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Admin (PFRA)
Red Deer District Office
No. 201,4804 - 4gthAvenue
Red Deer, Alberta
T4N 3T2
Telephone: (403) 340-4290
Facsimile: (403) 34 1-7071
Alberta Agriculture
Food Processing Dev. Centre
6309 - 45thStreet
Leduc, Alberta
T9E 7C5
Telephone: (780) 986-4793
Facsimile: (780) 986-5 138
Calgary Business Information Centre
Suite 250, 639 - 5thAvenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
T2P OM9
Telephone: (403) 22 1-7800
Facsimile: (403) 22 1-7817
Airdrie Business Resource Centre
c/o Airdrie Public Library
P.O. Box 33 10, Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2B6
Telephone: (403) 948-0600
Facsimile: (403) 948-6567
AFSC (Agriculture Financial Services Corp.)
Suite 170, 68 15 - gth Street N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7H7
Telephone: (403) 297-628 1
Facsimile: (403) 297-846 1
AVAC (Alberta Value-Added Corp.)
Suite 220, 6815 - gth Street N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7H7
Telephone: (403) 274-2774
Facsimile: (403) 274-0 101
Farm Credit Corporation
102 or 232,2 1 16 - 27thAvenue N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7A6
Telephone: (403) 292-6 100
Facsimile: (403) 292-6 12 1
Farm Credit Corporation
No. 3, 5304 - 46thStreet
Olds, Alberta
T4H lB8
Telephone: (403) 556-8 177
Facsimile: (403) 556-2490
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Community Futures Development Corporations
Wild Rose Economic Dev. Corp. (CFDC)
2ndFloor, 203 Third Avenue
Strathmore, Alberta
T1P lK2
Telephone: (403) 934-6488
Facsimile: (403) 934-6492
- areas northeast & east of Calgary.
Business Dev. Centre West (CFDC)
No. 6,205 First Avenue East
Cochrane, Alberta
T l W 2T1
Telephone: (403) 932-03 17
Facsimile: (403) 932-6824
- areas northwest & west of Calgary.
Chambers of Commerce & Business Associations
Airdrie & District Chamber of Commerce
No. 3,220 Main Street North
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 2B8
Telephone: (403) 948-44 12
Facsimile: (403) 948-3 141
Balzac Community Business Assoc.
P.O. Box 237
Balzac, Alberta
TOM OEO
Telephone: (403) 226-0220
Facsimile: (403) 226-0960
Beiseker Chamber of Commerce
General Delivery
Beiseker, Alberta
TOM OGO
Telephone: (403) 947-3774
Facsimile: (403) 947-2 146
Bragg Creek Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 216
Bragg Creek, Alberta
TOL OK0
Telephone: (403) 949-0004
Facsimile: (403) 685-5410
Calgary Chamber of Commerce
5 17 Centre Street South
Calgary, Alberta
T2G 2C4
Telephone: (403) 750-0400
Facsimile: (403) 266-34 13
Cochrane Chamber of Commerce
Suite 5, 205 - lStStreet
Cochrane, Alberta
T4C 1 x 6
Telephone: (403) 932-68 10
Facsimile: (403) 932-6824
Langdon Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 214
Langdon, Alberta
TOJ 1 x 0
Telephone: (403) 936-8457
Facsimile: (403) 936-8467
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Crop Diversification Centre South
Crop Diversification Centre South
S.S.#4
Brooks, Alberta
T1R lE6
Telephone: (403) 362- 1313
Facsimile: (403) 362- 1306
The Crop Diversification Centre South (CDCS) has had a long partnership with
agriculture in the province. In 1935 it was the Provincial Horticultural Station, today the
name Crop Diversification Centre South represents the changing face of modem
agriculture. CDCS is located just east of the Town of Brooks, off of the Trans-Canada
Highway.
Alberta's horticulture and special crops industries are part of the fastest growing
sectors in Agriculture today. Farm gate values are estimated between 350 and 400 million
dollars, along with a substantial value-added processing sector.
Crop Diversification - Exploring New Beginnings
From its roots as the Canadian Pacific Railway's demonstration farm during the
Great Depression, the Crop Diversification Centre South at Brooks has evolved as a
leader in horticulture and special crops research development and extension.
The Centre is located in the semi-arid shortgrass prairie region of southeastern Alberta,
where temperatures range from -40" to +39" C. Annual precipitation averages 300 mm,
with rainfall averaging 150 mm during the growing season. The combination of
irrigation, an average of 2,400 bright sunshine hours together with a long-term average
growing season of 137 days, provide excellent conditions for plant growth.
"To get an idea of the climate in Brooks, I will have to give you some statistics.
The minimum temperature of -5 1" C (-60" F) was recorded in January 1929, and the
maximum of 43°C (1 10°F) was recorded in July of 1931. We can normally (but what is
normal) expect some cold periods of around -40°F and highs in summer over 95°F.
Precipitation averages about 12 inches but has varied between 7 inches (1943) and 23
(195 1) and most falls during the growing period, which averages about 120 days. Thus
we have cold winters and hot summers, and our relative humidity is low. However, we
have a weather system called the Chinook which irregularly gives us a break. These
systems, most severe in the Calgary and Crow's Nest areas, and less in the Peace and
northern Alberta, can cause quick changes in the temperature: 60°F in an hour is quite
pos sib1e. "
From the Bald Prairie, a History of the Crop DiversiJication Centre South, by
T.R. Krahn, 2000.
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Lethbridge Research Centre
Lethbridge Research Centre
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
5403 - 1st Avenue, P.O. Box 3000
Lethbridge, Alberta
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Telephone: (403) 327-456 1
Facsimile: (403) 382-3 156
The Centre is comprised of three research sections: (1) Crop Sciences, (2) Land
Resource Sciences and (3) Livestock Sciences. It is headed by the Centre Management
Committee, comprised of management and section heads. The Centre Management
Committee determines direction, with advice from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
leadership and the Centre's own Advisory Committee -- a diverse group of third party
public and industry repre sentatives.
The Lethbridge Research Centre is located 216 kilometers south of Calgary. The
facilities are an important part of agricultural research for southern Alberta. The
Lethbridge Research Centre also operates:
17 000 hectare beef cattle ranch at Onefour (near Manyberries),
400 hectare substation near Stavely in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains,
190 hectare irrigation substation at Vauxhall.
The Lethbridge Research Centre has a five-point mandate:
1. To develop new and improved technology that will increase the efficiency and
environmental sustainability of beef production as well as improve beef quality.
2. To enhance crop production sustainability and competitiveness by developing
innovative technologies and cultivars which are suitable for dry, irrigated land and
are adapted to the Canadian prairies.
3. To develop crop, soil, water and manure management strategies that protect the
environment, maintain biodiversity, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve
soil, water and air quality, and make efficient use of water. The focus is on agroecosystems in the southern Canadian prairies and the interior of British Columbia.
4. To develop integrated pest and disease management technologies and strategies
that wi 11 effectively control weeds, crop and livestock pests while maintaining
environmental quality.
5. To effectively communicate agricultural research to other institutions, the
agricultural industry and the general public.
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NEW AND EMERGING OPPORTUNITIES
Rocky View is a vast agricultural production area. The range of land uses and soil
types allows for a diversity of crop and animal production. Rocky View also has a variety
of land-holding types. From large corporate farms to Crown-owned leases to family
farms and residential acreages, the opportunities for enhanced agricultural production and
value-added processing are fantastic. The combined production of the Calgary region as
well as South and Central Alberta is also a major advantage for Rocky View.
Note to reader ...
These opportunities require additional research, due diligence and business
planning, specific to an individual, family or small corporation ,s current capacity and
financial position. Thefollowing ideas are presented for information only.
Woodlot Development
Rocky View has a unique mix of residential acreages, large prosperous farms and
beautiful ranches that extend into rolling foothills, forests and valleys. As has been the
practice for decades, woodlot management presents opportunities. With so many
residential acreages in Rocky View, the long-term production and selective harvesting of
trees for high quality wood and wood products is a growing opportunity for acreages
larger than three acres (in certain areas of Rocky View with good growing conditions).
Woodlot enhancements are a long-term initiative. Future generations will benefit
from the aesthetic beauty, enhanced natural environment and economic opportunities
these woodlots present. In most cases, once a tree is established, Rocky View’s varied
climate and Chinook conditions will produce a tighter grain and a higher quality wood.
Value Added Processing
Rocky View is well suited to support the province’s growing food processing and
value added sector. To this end, it offers a number of very favourable attributes including
access to a well developed transportation system, proximity to the Calgary International
Airport, a superior business climate, access to a large metropolitan market, the
availability of a large human resource base for both management and labour, access to a
wide range of research and development resources including the University of Calgary,
the University of Alberta, the Centre of Agri-Industrial Technology, Alberta Research
Council, and the Crop Development Centres in Brooks and Fort Saskatchewan.
The Municipal District of Rocky View is currently assisting food processing
growth in three areas: (1) among existing processors: (2) attracting new processors (3)
through the development of new processing opportunities that will come out of the
diverse range of production activities taking place within Rocky View.
Tree Nurseries
Alberta nurseries produce trees and shrubs in the field and in containers to be sold
to markets that include landscape contractors, garden centres, municipalities, and through
the retailer to the homeowner. Rocky View’s proximity to the City of Calgary and the
tremendous housing development in the region creates a ready market for tree and shrubs.
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Strawberries and Raspberries
Approximately 55 per cent of berry farms operate as individual enterprises. The
remainder operate as complementary enterprises to market gardens and greenhouses.
Alberta berry producers develop their own markets and sell all of their berries
directly to consumers during the growing season. The majority of berries (85 to 90%) are
sold as U-pick berries. The rest (10 to 15%) are sold through farm gate sales or at
farmers’ markets.
Both raspberries and strawberries are extremely perishable. Fresh berries should
reach consumers within two days (48 hours) of harvest with cooling, one day if cooling
facilities are unavailable.
Saskatoons
Saskatoons are sold fresh, frozen and in an assortment of processed products.
Fresh or frozen fruit is commonly sold direct from the farm gate and to food processors.
Some growers who are also in the business of processing their crop often purchase fruit
from other growers. Some fruit is also sold through retail grocery chains but this market
is currently under development. The majority of saskatoon growers operate as U-pick or
market garden enterprises. However, the greatest portion of berries produced in Alberta is
sold to processors.
Saskatoons (Amelanchier alnifolia) are native to the Canadian Prairies. This sweet
and delightfully unique fruit is actually a p o m e , not a berry, like most people would
assume.
Other Fruit Production
Considerable research and experimentation for enhanced production has been
done in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba for buffaloberry, sea-buckthorn and
chokecherry or wild black cherry. Gooseberry and currant also have potential. Processing
of these fruits into value-added jams, wines and other food products presents opportunity.
Organic Crops
There is growing consumer interest in more ‘natural’ production of food and
certified organic food products. The organic food market growing sector. The increasing
range of new products presents new opportunities for innovators and calculated risk
takers.
Once again, the large consumer base in Calgary and a growing percentage that
buy organic products regularly, are a strategic advantage for locally grown, organic food
and ‘natural’ products.
Mzinicipctl District qf Rocky View
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Organic Beef (and other meats)
Rocky View has world-class beef industry: cow-calf operations, feedlots, ranch
production and genetics. In 2001 there were 160,053 head of cattle in Rocky View.
A major consideration in Rocky View’s cattle industry is the abundance of lush
pastures, vast rangelands in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and access to quality
feed grains such as oats and barley. The production of certified organic beef for
consumers in Calgary and domestic Canadian markets is a growing opportunity.
Medicinal Plants
There is a growing interest among consumers in alternative health products and
resurgence in the use of medicinal plants to improve health or alleviate the symptoms of a
wide range of ailments.
Rocky View’s diverse growing conditions offer a wide-range of small-scale and
larger-scale production opportunities. According to the health products industry,
medicinal plants that require 3 to 5 years of production produce higher concentrations of
“active ingredient” in Prairie environments. In essence, harsh weather conditions actually
produce better quality product.
Horse Industry
Rocky View is home to a sizeable horse industry. As of 2001, there were 7,467
horses and ponies in Rocky View. Many of these horses and ponies are important
breeding stock (for racing, showing and for quarter horses). A considerable number of
horses are part of Rocky View’s PMU industry (estrogen production for the
pharmaceutical industry). A growing number of horses in Rocky View are kept for
recreational purposes.
Calgary International Airport’s air cargo capacity and outstanding animal
handling capabilities also present enhanced opportunities for a range of horse industry
developments and innovations in Rocky View.
Greenhouse Production - Vegetables
In Alberta, vegetable production in greenhouses typically involves the production
and marketing of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and lettuce crops. These crops are
typically grown for domestic consumption. Calgary is a large marketplace for these.
Utilizing waste heat from power production facilities in the area may also help
fbture greenhouse production thrive in Rocky View. There are a number of powerproductions facilities currently operating and several others proposed for construction in
Rocky View. The waste heat opportunities require more research but are very exciting.
Greenhouse Production - Bedding Plants
This includes the production of vegetables, ornamental and herb bedding plants to
be marketed directly to consumers, retailers, wholesalers, and garden centres. This is
driven in part by the growth of gardening as a popular outdoor leisure activity.
Once again, waste heat from power production facilities may help move this
agricultural opportunity forward.
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Free-Range Poultry
Rocky View has an established poultry industry. This includes poultry production
for meat and fresh eggs.
Consistent with organic and ‘natural’ consumer trends, it is claimed that pasture
raised chicken meat has a higher nutritional value through lower fat content, as well as
higher vitamin and mineral content. Small farms that already produce free-range poultry
may be best positioned to offer more of this quality product.
Echinacea Angustifolia
Echinacea angustifolia is a native perennial plant that has a long history in
traditional native medicine. Echinacea angustifolia is also known as Black Sampson,
Purple Coneflower, Rudbeckia, and Brauneria pallida.
Echinacea, as with other medicinal plants, produces higher concentrations of
“active ingredient” in Prairie environments. Rocky View’s unique Chinook weather
conditions actually produce better quality product.
Dried Flowers and Ornamental Grasses
This dried flower niche industry is currently in a growth phase that is driven by
changing interior design trends resulting in increased consumer demand for items that
provide a natural look for homes. Production and packaging of dried flowers and
ornamental grasses offer a value-added opportunity.
Growing conditions in Rocky View (a range of soils, total hours of bright
sunshine) produce vibrant colours in flowers grown for drying. Our consistent dry
climate also helps to ensure quick drying that enhances quality and colour.
Culinary Herbs and Spices
Culinary herbs and spices are increasing in demand for a variety of market-driven
reasons (decreasing use of salt, interest in ethnic cooking, etc.). This is a niche market
area that would complement an existing enterprise or horticultural operation.
Calgary’s large consumer base and growing demand for ethnic food products may
drive hture demand for culinary herbs and spices. Growing herbs and spices for small
shops and restaurants, as per their needs and desires, may be a good route for initial
production.
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Bison, Alpaca, Llama and Elk
A major consideration in Rocky View’s ‘alternative’ meat industry is the
abundance of lush pastures, vast rangelands in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and
access for quality feed grains such as oats and barley.
Commercial bison production in Alberta is an expanding industry, responding to a
growing demand for bison meat. Until recently, all available female bison were used to
increase breeding herds while surplus males were used to fill the demand for bison meat.
Alpacas are closely related to llamas, but are smaller with longer softer fibre.
Commercial alpaca production involves breeding and raising alpacas to produce and sell
breeding stock and fibre. Current alpaca numbers in Canada are able to support a cottagebased fibre processing industry, but a larger population is required for commercial scale
processing.
Commercial elk production involves the breeding and raising of elk for the
production and sale of breeding stock, velvet, antler, and venison.
Agri-Tourism
Agri-Tourism in Alberta is an emerging industry. Agri-Tourism is responding to a
growing demand for leisure access to farm and ranch lifestyles as well as products grown
“on the farm”. Rocky View’s proximity to consumer base in Calgary presents great
opportunities for day trips and circle tours through neighbouring towns and villages “in
the country”.
Summary
Rocky View has the soils and climate to support a range of livestock
and crops enterprises. It has superior proximity to consumer markets in Calgary, across
Western Canada and around the world. The technical support and financial tools in the
Calgary Region also help entrepreneurs maximize their skills and manage risk.
Rocky View has the innovative producers and hard working entrepreneurs who
are willing to invest and develop markets for their new and emerging products. The
quality of our workers and a growing consumer demand to “buy local, buy fresh, buy
quality”, support new and innovative agriculture in the Rocky View and throughout the
Calgary Region. The collective capacity of the Calgary Region (commodity production,
labour force, energy resources, etc.) supports processing and increased production for
specialized value-added enterprises.
Agriculture is broad and dynamic sector. The range of products and production
opportunities is varied and expanding in Rocky View and throughout Alberta. There are
many exciting opportunities at varying stages of market development. Rocky View’s
Economic Development Office is optimistic that these opportunities will enhance
landholdings, farms and ranches well into the future.
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FARM FINANCES IN ALBERTA
Average Total Farm Income Per Family*
Alberta, 1996
I
Total Off-Farm Income
I
Wages & Salaries
Net Off-farm Self-employment
Investment income
Pension income
RRSP I
Other Off-farm Income I
$59,989
100%
$17,892
29.8%
$42.097
$25,156
$2,565
$5,276
$4.73 1
$667
$3,702
I
I
70.2%
4 1.9%
4.3%
8.8%
7.9%
1.1%
6.2%
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Other Farm Financial Statistics
Western Canada, 1999
Alberta
British Columbia
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Canada
Average Net
Worth per
Farm
Debt as
Percent of
Assets
Percentage of
Large Farms
wl High Debt
Net Capital
Investment as
Percentage of
Assets
Average Net
Operating
Income per
Farm
$84 1,900
$917,100
$55 1,900
$626,600
$732,900
16.4%
19.5%
17.1%
20.2%
18.2%
9.4%
15.6%
8.1%
9.6%
NA
3.2%
3.4%
3.4%
3.7%
3.6%
$3 1,000
$37,200
$19,400
$26,200
$32,200
Net Market
Income
Wages &
Salaries
Program
Payments
Off-Farm
Income
Total Family
Income
$20,900
$27,900
$12,300
$14,300
$19,700
$6,200
$1 1,800
$4,200
$6,900
$8,100
$3,800
$1,800
$5,300
$6,200
$6,400
$32,400
$35,700
$22,800
$22,400
$27,000
$63,400
$77,200
$44,600
$49,800
$6 1,200
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Profile of the 2000 Farm Financial Survey, April 2001
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TRANSPORTATION
Rail Services
The M.D. is quickly becoming a key component in the north-south and east-west
rail links that feed the Alberta economy. Rail service consists of CN and CP Rail lines
connect in all directions through to Calgary. The east-west lines are important
transportation lines on a national level while at the same time serving local and provincial
needs.
Canadian Pacific Rail (CP Rail) is headquartered in Calgary.
Highways
Rocky View is served by several 4-lane divided highways. The Trans Canada
Highway runs east west and Highway 2 runs north to Red Deer and Edmonton, and south
to the Montana Border. Travel by vehicle on the Trans Canada Highway from the
Municipal District of Rocky View to Regina, Saskatchewan takes approximately 8 hours
and to Vancouver is approximately 10 hours.
The M.D. of Rocky View is a key part of the Calgary Region’s strategic position
within the CANAMEX Corridor that extends from northern Canada to Mexico.
Primary Transportation Corridors
Highway 2 - South of Airdrie, North of Calgary
Trans-Canada No. 1 Highway
84th Street that forms the eastern border with the City of Calgary
Highway 22X to Langdon
Highway 22 South to Bragg Creek
Highway 22 North of Cochrane
Highway 1A northwest towards Cochrane
Highway 9 to Irricana and Beiseker
Highways 560,564,566,567,574,766,791,797,806,72 and 8
Proposed “Ring Road” transportation corridor that will, in the near future, flow
traffic north around the City of Calgary (84‘h Street and the Stoney Trail).
Local roads: Springbank Road, Bearspaw Road, Conrich Road, Big Hills Springs
Road, Dickson Stevenson Trail and many more.
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Traffic Counts
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Rocky View
Growth Areas
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I "#"" I
Traffic Count Locations
(Major Highways for the Growth Area)
Average
Annual
Daily
Traffic*
45,460
17,710
Percent
Increase
1991 to
2000
+ 49%
+ 97%
Airdrie Airport
1
2
Highway 2, North of 566, East of Balzac
Highway 567, East of Hwy 2 at Airdrie
Balzac East
3
4
Highway 566, East of Hwy 2, East of Balzac
Highway 2, South of 566, East of Balzac
5,180
45,490
+ 58%
5
6
Highway 566, West of Hwy 2, West of Balzac
Highway 772, North of Hwy 566, West of Balzac
3,3 70
1,320
+ 23%
Bearspaw Area
7
8
Highway 1A, East of Hwy 766, East of Cochrane
Highway 766, North of Hwy 1A, East of Cochrane
11,990
1,690
+ 68%
+ 149%
Beiseker-Irricana
9
10
11
12
Highway 9, North of Hwy 567, South of Irricana
Highway 9, East of 72 & 806, East of Beiseker
Highway 72, West of 9 & 806, NE of Beiseker
Highway 806, North of 9 & 72, NE of Beiseker
3,010
2,290
1,760
1,670
+ 22%
Bragg Creek
13
14
Highway 22,0.8 km SW of the 8 & 22 Intersection
Highway 22, North of Hwy 66, SE of Bragg Creek
6,9 10
2,690
+ 43%
+ 8%
Langdon Area
21
22
Highway 560, West of 797, North of Langdon
Highway 797, North of 560, North of Langdon
3,640
2,540
+ 103%
23
24
Hwy 560, 10.6 km W of 560 & 791 Intersection
Highway 22X, East of Hwy 2, East of Calgary
6,420
20,110
+ 65%
25
26
Trans Canada 1, East of Springbank Road
Highway 22, North of Hwy 1, South of Cochrane
17,540
7,400
+ 10%
+ 70%
Balzac West
Shepard Area
Springbank Airport
+ 45%
+ 29%
+%%
- 20%
+ 27%
+ 73%
+ 81%
* Average Annual Daily Traffic is the average daily two-way traffic, expressed
as vehicles per day for the period of January 1 to December 3 1 (365 or 366 days).
Source: Alberta Transportation - Program Management Branch, May 2001.
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CITY OF
CALGARY
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AIR SERVICES
Commercial and air freight services are provided by the Calgary International
Airport. This airport is generally within a 30 minute drive from most points in the M.D.
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - Cargo Services
The Calgary International Airport is at the crossroads of North America's major
trade routes - the Trans-Canada (east-west) and the CANAMEX Corridor (north-south)
linking Alaska to Mexico.
Cargo Support Facilities
no curfew or slot problems
five air cargo buildings (200,000 square feet)
on-site Federal inspection services, 24/7
secured facilities - 24 hour Calgary Police Service presence
on-site bonded warehousing, ULD handling, chillers, freezers, dangerous goods
storage & high-value shipment handling
foreign-trade zone on site
three independent ground handlers
dedicated cargo aprons
Livestock Handling Capabilities
member of the Animal Transportation Association, Inc. (AATA)
focal point for inbouncUoutbound live animal shipments
world-famous Calgary Stampede & Spruce Meadows equestrian events are
testimony to YYC's expertise
Canada Food & Inspection Agency maintains 24/7 presence
Source: Calgary International Airport, February 2003.
Other Air Services in Rocky View
The Springbank Airport which accommodates medium to light aircraft and acts as
an alternative to the Calgary International Airport is located just north of the Trans
Canada Highway approximately 6.4 krn west of Calgary. The M.D. has 2 privately
owned airports, one at the Airdrie Airport, the other at the Beiseker Airport.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS
In the Municipal District of Rocky View and throughout Alberta, Farmers’
Markets are a meeting place for consumers and producers.
There are a number of Farmers’ Markets in the City of Calgary and throughout
towns and villages in the Municipal District of Rocky View that offer vendors an
opportunity to sell and area residents the opportunity to purchase and enjoy. Farmers’
Markets are an excellent opportunity to discover and purchase a wide range of products:
Alberta-grown agricultural products - vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, eggs and
meat products.
Alberta-processed jams, jellies and relishes - baked items and goodies and
Alberta-made international specialties.
Alberta-handcrafted items, as varied in their material and description as the
communities from which they originate
Alberta’s Farmers’ Markets are a way of life that enhance community rapport and
grassroots economic development.
Farmers’ Markets in Alberta are operated under the guidelines of Alberta
Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, and the Food Establishment permits of
Regional Health Authorities. Questions on Alberta Farmers’ Markets may be addressed to
(780) 427-45 14.
Farmers’ Markets in Alberta have a long history. In 1973, the Alberta Department
of Agriculture established a program to aid in the development of farmers’ markets in the
province. In 1974, the first full season, 16 markets were opened. Today there are over
100 approved markets operating in Alberta.
Farmers’ Markets - Good for Alberta Communities
A 2002 study conducted by the Alberta Farmers’ Market Association (AFMA)
noted that the majority of consumers (64%) spend up to $30 at their local farmers’
market. Vendors also buy from other vendors with just over 70% spending up to $20.
This does not include the age old bartering and trading that is done at almost every
market.
Nearly 85% of consumers will spend some money in town on market day. The
majority of vendors also spend money in town on market day shopping, buying fbel,
automotive/farm supplies, and eating in restaurants. Most vendors are owner-operators.
However, 38% of vendors have additional employees, with 29% of those employees
being non-family members. The economic spin-off of Alberta’s Farmers’ Markets is
considerable. The locally produced freshness and quality they provide is remarkable.
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2004 Farmers’ Markets
Serving Rocky View and the Calgary Region
WeekDay
Saturday
I
Location
Airdrie Plaza
One
400 Main St.
North
r
I
Time
Dates
Comments
APProximatelY
11:OO a.m. to
1:00 p.m.
Weekly from June to September
Weekly market
Weekly from
June 6 to October 3
Weekly market
Special markets
Bearspaw Telephone: (403) 239-020 1
Sunday
I
Bearspaw
Lions
Clubhouse
11:OO a.m. to
3:OO p.m.
Beiseker Telephone: (403) 947-2979
Wednesday
Beiseker
Arena
7:OO p.m. to
9:OO p.m.
June 28 to September 9
Weekly market
Saturday
Beiseker
Arena
7:OO p.m. to
9:OO p.m.
June 12
Sports Day
Market
Saturday
Beiseker
Arena
7:OO p.m. to
9:OO p.m.
November 20
Christmas Market
Calgary ABC Farmers Market Society Telephone: (403) 244-4548 or (780) 955-8059
I
Friday
H6 Curry
Barracks, 442 1
Quesnaywood
Drive S.W.
8:OO a.m. to
5:OO p.m.
Weekly from June 18 to
December 17
Weekly market
Special markets
Saturday
Same as
above.
8:OO a.m. to
5:OO p.m.
December 18
Weekly market
Sunday
Same as
above.
9:OO a.m. to
3:OO p.m.
December 19
Weekly market
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2004 Farmers’ Markets continued.
..
Serving Rocky View and the Calgary Region
WeekDay
I
Location
I
Dates
Time
I
Comments
Calgary Grassroots Northland Telephone: (403) 239-823 1 or (403) 239- 1023
Northland
Village
Mall
Parking Lot
Tuesday
Calgary Hillhurst Sunnyside Telephone: (403) 283-0554
Community
Centre
1320 - 5‘h
Avenue
N.W.
Wednesday
3:30 p.m. to
8:OO p.m.
Weekly market from
June 9 to October 6
Weekly market
Children’ s market
July 2 1
Cochrane Telephone: (403) 932-5963
Saturday
Cochrane
Ranche,
Highway
1A and
Highway 22
1
9:OO a.m. to
1 :00 p.m.
I
Weekly market from
Weekly market
Crossfield Agricultural Society Telephone: (403) 946-0072
-
Thursday
I
Pete Knight
Memorial
Arena
7:OO p.m. to
9:OO p.m.
Weekly market from
May 6 to September 16
Weekly market
Weekly market from
Weekly market
Langdon Telephone: (403) 936-2449
Thursday
1908 Main
Street
Parking Lot
5:OO p.m. to
8:OO p.m.
Source: Alberta Agriculture, March 2004
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FOOD PROCESSING
Food Processing Development Centre - Leduc, Alberta
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (AAFRD), through the Alberta
Heritage Savings Trust Fund, opened the Food Processing Development Centre at Leduc
in 1984. It serves to encourage the growth and expansion of this vital industry in highly
competitive domestic and global markets. As an integral part of AAFRD's Processing
Industry Division, the centre is a modern, fully equipped pilot plant and product
development laboratory facility.
The Centre's services are designed to strengthen and expand the capability of
Alberta's food processors to meet the challenges of the marketplace through application
of new technology and the development of new or improved products and processes.
Agriculture is fundamental to Alberta. Linked directly to primary agriculture are
Alberta's food processing, food service and beverage industries.
The food and beverage industry is Alberta's largest secondary manufacturing
industry, generating in excess of $5.3 billion in value of shipments.
Major areas of support and services at the Food Processing Development Centre include:
technical consultation (food scientists; engineers)
concept analysis and development
laboratory and pilot plant product development
prototype design and demonstration
interim processing and product packaging
regulatory requirements and labeling assistance
product packaging
quality control/quality assurance specifications
sensory evaluation
Food Safety Information
Questions on food safety and storage may be addressed to the Food Safety
Information Line at 1-800-892-8333 or Calgary (403) 287-0098 Edmonton
(780) 490-0647.
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Did you know...
Alberta's food and beverage industry employs
19,000 people in over 500 firms throughout Alberta.
In 1999, the food and beverage industry accounted for
$7.77 billion C$ in revenue.
This is 22% of Alberta's total manufacturing activity.
Alberta's immense agricultural land base means our food
and beverage industry will continue to expand.
Farm Direct Marketing
For products purchased direct from farm producers and processors, go to:
www.agric .gov.ab.ca
Food Industry Trends
What are the future prospects for processed food products? From all reports the
opportunities are growing due to a number of factors. Population and demographic trends
mean a marked shift in demand for convenient, ready to serve foods. Food is being seen
as a natural delivery method for improved health. Demand for organic, natural and
healthy products is growing. Consumers are interested in where and how food is grown
and processed. They want to know their food is safe.
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HOUSEHOLD SPENDING ON FOOD
More than 80 cents of every dollar spent in stores in 2001 was spent in a supermarket.
Specialty food stores, convenience stores and other types of stores such as department
stores or drug stores were well behind with less than 10 cents each of that dollar.
In 200 1, of every dollar families spent on food, 28 cents went to restaurant meals
and 72 cents went to stores.
In 2001, men living alone spent $72 a week on food. They spent 40 cents of every
dollar in restaurants and 60 cents in stores.
In 200 1, lone-parent families headed by a woman spent an average of $99 a week
on food. They too were eating out more in 200 1, spending 27 cents of every food
dollar in restaurants. (Restaurant food covers meals in table-service, fast-food or
cafeteria style establishments and also take-out food or snack bars, vending
machines and chip wagons.)
for Selected Types of Households
Percentage spent
in restaurants
Percentage spent
in stores
Average weekly
expenditure per household
All households
30%
70%
$124
Couples with children (1)
Couples, both 65 and over
28%
26%
72%
74%
$171
$ I 15
Lone-parent households
Female headed
29%
27%
71%
73%
$103
$99
Source: Statistics Canada. 2001 Census
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Other food and restaurant facts
Weekly spending on food ranged from an average of $66 for households with
incomes less than $20,000, to $203 for households with income of $80,000 of
more.
Individuals in the highest income group purchased meals from restaurants on
average twice a week, compared to once a week for those in the lowest income
group.
Households prefer convenience
The proportion of each household food dollar spent in stores in the “other foods,
materials and food preparations” category increased from about 6 cents in 1982 to almost
10 cents in 200 1. The average expenditure in this category in 200 1 was an estimated $8
per week. This category includes a wide variety of items, from frozen pre-cooked dinners
and baked goods, to peanut butter, potato chips, soups and baby foods.
In 2001, frozen pre-cooked dinners and baked goods accounted for 3 1 cents of
every dollar spent on other foods, materials and food preparations, compared with
26 cents in 1996.
Only 38% of households reported buying beef in 2001, compared with 43% of
households in 1996.
Meats, eggs and dairy products
Of every dollar spent on meat in 2001 ($17 a week on average), 30 cents went to
beef, 24 cents went to poultry, and 15 cents went to pork, veal or lamb.
Approximately 3 1 cents of every dollar spent on meat in 2001 went to other meats
and meat preparations such as cold cuts, sausages and ready-cooked meats.
In 2001, households in Canada spent an estimated average of $13 a week on dairy
products and eggs. This category accounts for a smaller share of the food store
budget, down from 18 cents for every dollar in 1982 to 15 cents in 2001.
More households than ever before are buying yogurt. The percentage of
households that purchased yogurt jumped from 9% in 1996 to 22%.
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(spent in stores)
Percentage of
total weekly food
expenditure
1982 Census
1996 Census
2001 Census
2001 Census
100%
100%
100%
$86.00 per week-
22%
20%
$17.00 per week
I
Food purchased from
stores
Meat (beef, pork
chicken, others)
Fish and other
marine Droducts
Dairy products and
eggs
Bakery and other
cereal products
Fruits and nuts
I
I
Average weekly
expenditure per
household ($)
Percentage of
total weekly food
expenditure
Percentage of
total weekly food
expenditure
I
27%
I
3%
3%
18%
16%
15%
$13.OO per week
13%
15%
15%
$13.OO per week
10%
11%
11%
$10.00 per week
Vegetables
9%
9%
10%
$9.00 per week
Condiments, spices
and vinegar
Sugar and sugar
preparations
Coffee and tea
2%
3%
4%
$3.00 per week
2 Yo
3%
4%
$3.00 per week
3%
2%
2Yo
$1 .OO per week
Fats and oils
2Yo
1%
1Yo
$1 .OO per week
6%
8%
10%
$8.00 per week
3%
5%
2%
1Yo
Other foods,
materials and food
preparations
Non-alcoholic
beverages
On trips overnight or
longer
$3.00 per week
$3.00 per week
3%
$3.00 per week
Source: Statistics Canada, 2001 Census
For more information, contact Client Services at Statistics Canada 's Income Statistics Division
1-800-297-7355 or (613) 951- 7355
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Western Canada
Weekly Food Expenditures Per Household
(Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba & British Columbia)
Household Characteristics
Estimated number of households
Prairie
Region
British
Columbia
Canada
1.89 1,150
1.557.970
11.767.180
Note: Canadian statistics column excludes Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Average weekly expenditure data refer to all households.
Source: Statistics Canada, 2001 Census
For more information, contact Client Services at Statistics Canada 's Income Statistics Division
1-800-297- 7355 or (61 3) 951- 7355
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Calgary Area
Average Household Expenditures
in Canadian dollars
I
I
Category
Average
expenditure per
household per year
Food
Shelter
Household operations
I Household furnishings & eauiDment
I
I Personal Care
I
Recreation
Reading materials and other print
Education
Tobacco products and alcohol
Games of chance
Miscellaneous
I
Total current consumDtion I
Personal income taxes
Personal insurance payments and pension
contributions
Gifts of money and contributions
I
Total exDenditure I
$6.577
$1 1,619
$2,774
$2.065
$2,855
$7,668
$1,783
$837
$3,861$359
$1.320
$1,426
$228
$92 1
$44.294
$1,403
$65.006
Percentage of
exDenditu re
100%
100%
99.9%
96.1%
99.6%
99.0%
98.8%
99.4%
53.1%
88.1%
Total
I
I
I
I
household
10.1%
17.9%
4.3%
3.2%
4.4%
11.8%
2.7%
1.3%
2.0%
2.2%
100%
68.1%
90.2%
5.1%
80.6%
100%
I
2.2%
100%
Source: Statistics Canada - Income Statistics Division, December 2000
Total expenditure percentage per household added, January 2003
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Canada and the United States:
Comparing Food Consumption
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service
Consumption per Capita, 2000
I
I
r
Fresh Fruit
Frozen Fruit
Canned Fruit
Fruit Juices
FreskVegetables
Frozen Vegetables
Canned Vegetables
Vegetable Juice
Standard Milk
2% Milk
Liaht Milk
Other Milk
Fluid Milk
Cheddar Cheese
Variety Cheese
Processed Cheese
Cottage Cheese
Total Cheese
Ice Cream
Ice Milk
Creams
Yogurt
Wheat Flour
Rice
Breakfast Foods
Beef
Pork
Chicken & Stewing Hens
Turkey
Fish
Soft Drinks
Coffee
Tea
Margarine
Butter
Salad Oil
Shortening & Shortening Oil
Oils and Fats
Nuts
Pulses
Eggs
I
I
I
~
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Canadians
I
62.72 kg I
1.48 kg
3.15 ka
26.26 litres I
135.26 kg
7.61 ka
28.06 kn I
1.48 litres
14.15 litres
43.09 litres I
25.76 litres I
4.91 litres
87.91 litres
3.16 kg I
6.54 kg
2.35 kg
0.78 kg
12.04 kg
5.03 kg
1.14 kn
6.81 litres I
4.57 litres
71.03 ka
7.87 kg
5.27 kg
23.32 kg
21.73 kg
30.91 kg
4.24 kg
9.49 kg;
112.76 litres I
100.98 litres
69.63 litres
5.02 kg
2.65 kg
13.40 kg
10.70 kg
3 1.77 kn
4.73 kg
4.29 ka
187.83 eggs I
Americans
54.75 kg
1.27 kg
6.31 ka
30.81 litres
122.02 kg
8.38 ka
42.62 kn
NA
29.33 litres
26.97 litres
23.06 litres
6.17 litres
85.52 litres
4.41 kg
6.17 kg
2.92 ka
1.19 kg
13.50 kg
7.47 kg
3.31 kn
4.26 litres
2.35 litres
66.35 kg
8.96 kg
NA
30.62 kg
23.06 kn
40.08 kg
7.84 kg
6.89 kn
186.58 litres
99.44 litres
29.66 litres
3.72 kg
2.08 kg
15.29 kg
10.46 kg
3 1.55 kc
4.01 k g
3.89 kg
249.68 eggs
Statistics Canada, Food Statistics - June 2003
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April 2004
AGRICULTURE SURVEY
Statistics Canada, 2001 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development Unit,
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
Calgary Region includes:
City of Calgary, Mountain View County,
Municipal District of Foothills, Wheatland County, Municipal District of Bighorn,
Municipal District of Rocky View, Vulcan County, Kneehill County
South and Central Alberta includes:
South Region
Cypress County, County of Forty Mile, Warner County, County of Lethbridge,
Municipal District of Taber, County of Newell, Cardston County,
Municipal District of Pincher Creek, Municipal District of Willow Creek, Vulcan County,
Wheatland County, Municipal District of Foothills, Municipal District of Ranchland
Central Region
Special Area No. 2, Municipal District of Acadia, Special Area No. 3,
Special Area No. 4, Starland County, Kneehill County,
Municipal District of Rocky View, City of Calgary, Mountain View County,
County of Paintearth, County of Stettler, Red Deer County, Lacombe County,
Ponoka County, Clearwater County, Municipal District of Bighorn
Municipul District of Rocky View
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ROCKY VIEW & THE CALGARY REGION
Municipal District of
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SOUTHERN AND CENTRAL ALBERTA
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Municipal District of
Municipal District of’Riocky View
April 2004
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Fruit, Berry and Nut Production
North American Industry Classification System Codes (NAICS)
11133 1 - Apple Orchards, 111332 - Grape Vineyards, 111333 - Strawberry Farming, 111334 - Berry Production (except strawberry),
111339 - Other Non-Citrus Farming
Commodity or
Product
Total Fruits,
Berries. and Nuts
Apples
Strawberries
Raspberries
Blueberries
Cranberries
Saskatoons
GraDes
Other Fruits,
Berries and Nuts
M.D. of Rocky View
I
I
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
19
69
1
7
8
31
11
0
0
12
0
2
Calgary Region
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
South and Central Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
X
I
I
0
0
X
0
X
Source: Statistics Canada, 2001 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies.
x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more information.
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Field Crops Grown
11 112 - Oil Seed Farming, 11113 - Dry Pea and Bean Farming, 11 114 - Wheat Farming, 11 115 - Corn Farming,
1 1 1 19 - Other Grain Farming, 11 121 1 - Potato Farming, 11194 - Hay Farming
Commodity or
Product
Total Wheat
Oats
Barley
Mixed Grain
Corn for Grain
Buckwheat
Total Rye
Corn for Silage
Alfalfa & Mixes
Other HayRodder
Canola
Flaxseed
Soybeans
Mustard Seed
Sunflowers
Safflower
Potatoes
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
295
210
5 12
97
0
0
51
0
698
399
165
2
0
0
0
0
12
145,569
25,784
191,600
17,312
0
0
3,434
0
85,941
52,023
46,445
X
0
0
0
0
202
1,871
780
2,3 84
283
1,039,972
71,366
874,435
44,181
X
X
17,122
195
298,938
2 1 1,920
161,013
3,567
0
10,275
0
0
1,358
7,184
3,906
8,392
1,293
49
2
930
218
10,060
5,482
2,609
130
2
23 3
27
7
253
3,954,437
473,833
2,877,433
220,3 10
4,540
X
75,974
33,212
1,526,939
833,795
672,789
17,304
X
56,460
1,491
X
51,110
15,596
12,074
17,548
2,508
70
6
1,139
29 1
23,459
14,399
9,162
279
6,852,596
1,364,674
4,902,090
404,174
5,018
178
117,138
36,814
3,9 15,607
2,279,767
2,660,509
40,2 19
88
57,116
1,616
915
58,341
5
1
160
14
2,513
1,519
717
29
0
51
2
0
29
5
235
36
7
434
Source: Statistics Canada, 200 I Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.
x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notes for more information.
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Field Crops Grown continued ...
11112 - Oil Seed Farming, 11113 - Dry Pea and Bean Farming, 11114 - Wheat Farming, 11115 - Corn Farming,
11119 - Other Grain Farming, 111211 - Potato Farming, 11194 - Hay Farming
M.D. of Rocky View
Commodity or
I Lentils
I
Dry Field Beans
Dry White Beans
I Chickpeas
I
Other Dry Beans
Canary Seed
Sugar Beets
I G'inseng
I
Caraway Seed
Triticale
Forage Seed
Other Field Crops
~
~
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
0
0
0
0
0
n
"
0
0
11
4
1
n
"
0
0
0
0
0
0
978
X
X
Calgary Region
Number of
Farms
1
II
t
6
340
711
-1 5- 591-
.
V
1
73
5
7
2
0
3
52
38
13
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
I
I
I
9--
n
"
1.0760
0
0
0
0
5,126
7,155
393
- 7 -
- .
I
II
1
630
-- 71
. d
372
24 1
23
2 14
2
7
518
259
52
~~
Province of Alberta
Total Acres
I
-
I - - -
146.768
-. - 7 .
15,459
93.959
3 7,423
2.990
29,726
X
82
49,277
46,795
9.596
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
677
77
385
273
31
214
3
20
423
1,506
150
150,006
15,589
I
I
~~
94 757
I
I
19660
3.6C
-i7
29,726
62
1.584
68,412
409,25 1
4 /
,v
7 -
- 7 -
2 1 -050
x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more information.
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Product
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M.D. of Rocky View
Number of
Farms
Total Vegetables
Sweet Corn
Tomatoes
Cucumbers
Green Peas
Greedwax Beans
Cabbage
Chinese Cabbage
Caul iflower
Broccoli
Brussels Stxouts
Carrots
RutabagadTurnips
Beets
Radishes
Drv Onions
Green
Onions/Shallots
11
2
4
1
4
3
2
I
I
I
April 2004
Province of Alberta
Calgary Region
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
38
41
9
8
15
20
13
9
0
8
7
0
17
2
13
4
9
179
250
95
55
77
91
58
48
4
44
39
6
81
15
56
37
52
12,432
5.196
25
63
2,944
33 1
220
509
182
127
191
199
148
111
9
91
90
22
20 1
44
150
73
136
14,194
5,301
50
141
3,358
3 86
361
59
197
53
5
1,214
153
71
135
584
X
X
X
3
1
X
0
0
3
3
I
2
5
1
4
1
2
I
X
X
X
I
2
1
1
X
X
5
X
5
5
3
3
2
0
X
X
0
1
X
X
I
X
__
I
X
I
X
I
21
X
I
I
96
16
1
949
76
31
122
556
63
I
I
48
I
I
69
x - Confidential. Refer to Census deJinitions and notes for more information.
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April 2004
Vegetables Grown For Sale continued ...
Excluding greenhouse vegetables
North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS)
11 12 1 - Vegetable and Melon Farming
Commodity or
Product
I
Stinach
Peppers
Squash, Pumpkins
and Zucchini
Asparagus
(producing)
Asparagus
(non-producing)
Rhubarb
Other Vegetables
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
0
2
2
0
0
X
X
0
1
8
7
1
X
X
X
10
40
24
14
22
10
44
3
24
95
63
30
25
25
57
10
3
X
7
1
57
257
120
3 02
0
0
5
X
17
21
29
36
1
4
3
X
1
7
17
X
10
28
73
11
17
1,344
21
57
181
19
29
1,557
I
1
6
2
2
4
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Nursery, Sod and Forest Products
Grown for Sale
11142 1 - Nursery and Tree Production, 1132 - Forest Nurseries and Gathering, 113 11 - Timber Tract Operations
Commodity or
Product
Total Nursery
Products
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
58
1,026
13 1
1,332
327
35,46
586
6,642
l o
13
2,886
29
7,094
97
36
257
110
1,248
Total Sod
0
Total Christmas
Trees
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
4
l o
70
3
15
I
Sales of Forest
Products
Number of
Farms
Dollars
Number of
Farms
Dollars
Number of
Farms
Dollars
Number of
Farms
Dollars
14
$133,96 1
44
$377,064
174
$1,494,084
605
$7,147,596
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notes for more information.
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Farm Land Area
Classified by Use of Land
M.D. of Rocky View
Number of
Farms
I Total Area of
1,625
Farms
1,290
II
255
Summer
Tame/Seeded
Pasture
Natural Land for
Pasture
All Other Land
599
1,oo 1
1,03 1
Total Acres
I
I
I
Calgary Region
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
5,840
5,366,512
23,633
19,748
580,095
1,436
26,154
2,369
324,818
3,674
I
I
Province of Alberta
Total Acres
I
28,311,096
11,393,852
Number of
Farms
I
53,652
46,028
Total Acres
I
52,058,898
24,03 8,86 1
6,233
2,071,214
13,268
3,053,214
10,365
2,476,025
24,103
5,512,654
431,042
417,625
1,473,620
14,606
15,359
37,100
31,438
I
835,970
I
I
16,5037920
38,322
Refer to census definitions and notesfor more information.
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April 2004
Farms Classified by Area in Crops and Summerfallow
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
1,313
4,935
19,983
46,532
Under 3 Acres
27
44
184
342
3 to 9 Acres
46
104
321
591
10 to 69 Acres
286
63 8
2,495
5,406
Total Number of Farms
I
181
736
2,547
6,267
70 to 129 Acres
130 to 179 Acres
173
517
2,243
5,374
180 to 239 Acres
76
257
1,136
3,002
240 to 399 Acres
137
542
2,804
7,071
400 to 559 Acres
101
375
1,720
4,4 15
560 to 759 Acres
78
370
1,510
3,721
760 to 1,119 Acres
70
448
1,715
4,O 19
1,120 to 1,599 Acres
42
346
1,266
2,708
1.600 Acres and Over
96
558
2,072
3,616
1
Refer to census definitions and notes for more information.
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April 2004
Greenhouse Products Grown for Sale
As of May 15, 2001
11141 - Food Crops Grown Under Cover (except mushrooms), 1 11422 - Floriculture Production
Commodity or
Product
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
31
31
372.7 16
367.066
79
79
1,107,091
1.O 17.787
Greenhouse
Flowers
21
242,250
59
902,432
Greenhouse
Vegetables
9
97,596
36
X
Other Greenhouse
Products
5
27,220
11
X
1
1
Province of Alberta
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
274
274
7,36 1,790
7.07 1,733
569
569
1 1,029,753
10,556335
182
1,620,160
41 1
5,030,590
138
3,387,909
252
3,644,696
24
24
87 1,664
64
1,881,249
Number of
Farms
Total Greenhouse
Under Protection
I- In Use
I
I
x - Confidential. Refer to census definitions and notes for more information.
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April 2004
Mushrooms Grown for Sale
111411 - Mushroom Production
Commodity or
Product
Total Growing
Area for
Mushrooms
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
1
X
0
0
3
X
8
470,020
x - Confidential. Refer to census definitions and notes for more information..
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April 2 004
Use of Irrigation, Commercial Fertilizer, Herbicides,
Insecticides and Fungicides
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Irrigation
104
9,630
476
112,053
3,800
1,220,229
4,098
1,233,649
Commercial
Fertilizer
863
452,422
3,426
2,403,69 1
12,943
4,940,040
27,075
16,556,173
Herbicides
710
399,909
3,028
2,3 8 1,278
11,777
8,645,7 12
25,019
16,368,127
Insecticides
55
28,3 18
270
80,826
1,433
432,130
2,607
847,33 1
Fungicides
55
43,681
3 04
225,202
1,253
807,850
2,198
1,338,791
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Agriculture Profile
April 2004
Farms Classified by Soil Conservation Practices
Total Farms
I Cror, Rotation
Permanent Grass Cover
Winter Cover Crops
I Contour Cultivation
Strip-cropping
Grassed Waterways
Windbreaks or Shelterbelts
I Green Manure Crops
Mechanical Hand Weeding
I
I
I
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
Number of Farms Reporting
1,625
5,840
23,633
53,652
68 1
803
63
48
22
144
317
29
99
3.199
2.49 1
186
205
293
837
12,857
10.390
797
819
1.622
3-005
3,990
419
1.381
3 1,206
2 1,985
1.243
1,627
1,959
6.422
9,784
1,557
3,176
~
9%
98
311
I
I
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Tillage Practices
Used to Prepare Land for Seeding
M.D. of Rocky View
Number of
Farms
Area Prepared for
Seeding
843
Incorporating
Residue into Soil
480
Surface
3 15
No Tillage
125
Calgary Region
Total Acres
I
1
1
1
466,544
163,947
203,416
99,181
1
1
I
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
3,699
2,5 10,929
15,177
9,413,002
1,027
543,325
8,849
3,190,339
22,04 1
6,847,096
1,421
994,713
5,372
3,3 87,207
10,863
6,550,489
850,876
3,124
2,8 12,066
6,490
858
1
I
35,006
1
I
18,465,784
5,068,199
(1) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x .- Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notes for more information.
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April 2 004
Forms of Weed Control Used on Summerfallow Land
M.D. of Rocky View
1
Summerfallow
Land
Calgary Region
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
255
26,154
1,436
43 1,042
6,233
~
Province of Alberta
Total Acres
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I
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
2,625
72 1,046
Chemical only
40
4,339
343
107,585
1,643
Tillage only
108
9,276
530
116,64 1
2,950
750,130
6,677
1,186,260
119
12,539
709
205,659
2,46 1
723,887
5,252
1,145,908
Tillage &
Chemical
Combined
595,725
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where conJidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more information.
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April 2 004
Poultry Inventory
As of May 15, 2001
111231 - Chicken Egg Production, 11232 - Broilers and Other Meat Types, 11233 - Turkey Production, 11239 - Other Poultry Production
Commodity or
Product
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Total Birds
Number of
Farms
Total Birds
Number of
Farms
Total Birds
Number of
Farms
Total Birds
Total Hens and
Chickens
156
X
518
2,296,82 1
2,09 1
6,48 1,214
5,055
12,175,246
Broilers, Roasters
and Cornish
52
X
185
1,393,193
808
4,826,475
2,259
8,79 1,995
34
7,43 7
122
235,688
505
544,334
1,187
1,067,503
131
92,117
418
369,815
1,682
1,322,502
3,858
2,3 15,748
1
X
10
110,751
24
263,398
51
530,266
108,705
359
42 1,767
945
26,486
695
161,718
1,516
Pullets Intended
for Laying Under
19 Weeks
Laying Hens
19 Weeks and
Over
Laying Hens
Hatchery Supply
Flock
Turkey
Other Poultry
X
27
~~~~
64
1
95
I
1
~~
6,3 14
150
1
1
864,438
219,923
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census deJnitions and notes for more information.
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April 2004
Poultry Production and Birds Hatched
in Commercial Hatcheries
11234 - Poultry Hatcheries
Commodity or
Product
Number of
Farms
I Broilers, Roasters 1
& Cornish
Kilograms
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M.D. of Rocky View
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Kilograms
Number of
Farms
Kilograms
Number of
Farms
I
7
I
Kilograms
105,387,692
33
X
119
24,148,787
373
57,420,502
953
Turkey Production
25
X
64
1,695,279
192
6,080,716
42 1
15,068,034
Chicks/Ot her
Poultry Hatched
3
4,000
3
X
8
53 1,960
15
71,319,860
Production
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more information.
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April 2004
Total Number of
Cattle and Calves
As of May 15,2001
112 111 - Beef Cattle Ranching, 112112 - Cattle Feedlots, 11212 - Dairy Cattle and Milk, 112 13 - Dual Purpose Cattle Ranching
Commodity or
Product
Number of
Farms
Total Cattle &
Calves
Bulls( 1)
Total Cows
Dairv Cows
Beef Cows
Total Heifers(1)
Beef Replacement
Heifers 1)
Dairy
Replacement
Heifers(1)
Slaughtermeeder
Heifers( 1)
Steers (1)
Calves - Under 1
Year
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
906
624
799
19
79 1
581
525
Number of
Farms
Head
I
1607593
3,973
61,038
1.060
59,978
22,622
10,881
I
Head
Number of
Farms
14,825
3,365
2,477
3,044
122
2,982
1,941
1,734
11,294
223,389
6.072
2 13,736
123,142
3 1,540
11,154
13,438
73 1
13,048
8,914
7,758
Province of Alberta
Head
I
47098,090
56,223
1,169,211
51.918
1,033,857
816,191
179,484
Number of
Farms
I
Head
3 1,774
24,299
29,237
1.422
2 8 3 10
20,126
18,082
111,379
2,183,332
84.044
2,099,288
1,159,329
359,291
18
1,111
94
2,6 17
583
24,009
1,063
38,485
98
10,630
372
88,520
1,940
61 1,338
3,815
761,553
235
812
16,842
56,118
817
3,105
176,799
275,127
3,78 1
13,602
806,4 15
1,243,183
7,698
29,298
99 1,554
2,169,607
( I ) I Year & Over. (2) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more
information.
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Head of Cattle
January to June 2002
1. Inventory at January 1,2002
2. Calves born
3. Interprovincial imports
4. International imports
5. Total supply (1 + 2 + 3 + 4)
6. Slaughter
7. Interprovincial exports
8. International exports
9. Deaths and condemnations
10. Output (6 + 7 + 8 + 9)
1 1. Inventory at Julv 1,2002
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Alberta
Canada
5,825,000
1.833.100
373,700
8,600
8.040.400
1,134,500
116,600
233,900
168.400
1,653,400
6,387,000
13,761,500
4.59 1.800
692,300
49,600
19.095.200
1,877,500
692,300
735.800
453.900
3,759,500
15,335,700
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July to December 2002
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1. Inventory at July 1,2002
2. Calves born
3. Interprovincial imports
4. International imports
5. Total suuulv (1 + 2 + 3 + 4)
6. Slaughter
7. Interprovincial exports
8. International exports
9. Deaths and condemnations
10. Output (6 + 7 + 8 + 9)
1 1. Inventory at Januarv 1,2003
Head of Cattle
I
Alberta
Canada
6,387,000
143.300
426,800
2,300
6.959.400
1,175,400
243,200
276,100
44.700
1,739,400
5,220,000
15,335,700
1.030.700
893,500
39,500
17.299.400
1,875,200
893,500
985,000
174.200
3,927,900
13.371.500
I
Source: Statistics Canada, Cattle Statistics 2003, vol. 2, no. I
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April 2004
Total Number of Pigs
As of May 1.5, 2001
11221 - Hog and Pig Farming
Number of
Farms
Total Pigs
1
Sows & Gilts Breeding
32
Nursing and
Weaner Pigs
25
Finishing Pigs
43
I
Numberof
Farms
I
I
Head
305,204
I
Numberof
Farms
1
I
Province of Alberta
Head
Number of
Farms
1,080
1,458,976
2,677
Head
1
2,027,533
5 1,375
233
I
169
124
1,040
622
5,877
1,398
9,324
I
3,407
140
3 1,506
673
495,804
1,613
200,478
20,83 1
135
110,449
627
495,804
1,328
685,282
162,161
883
811,256
2,083
1,132,449
50
Boars
Head
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
I
26,968
I
173
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April 2004
Total Number of Sheep and Lambs
As of May 15,2001
11241 - Sheep Farming
Commodity or
Product
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
Head
Number of
Farms
Head
Number of
Farms
Head
Number of
Farms
Head
Total
Sheep and Lambs
121
8,144
340
3 1,952
1,394
163,036(1)
2,987
307,302
Rams
90
26 1
236
680
96 1
3,544( 1)
2,112
6,62 1
Ewes
2,78 1
131,077
Lambs
2,492
169,604
(1) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notes for more information.
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Commodity or Product
M.D. of Rocky View
# of Farms
Horses and Ponies
Goats
Wild Boars
Mink
Fox
Bison (Buffalo)
Deer (excluding wild deer)
Elk
Llamas and AlPacas
Rabbits
Colonies of Bees
I
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759
63
1
0
0
19
3
5
54
11
18
Number
I
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!
0
0
1,446
177
368
662
175
814
Province of Alberta
Number
# of Farms
Number
# of Farms
Number
I
19,292
4.670
76,429
19,350
2,45 1
17.807
1,675
128
11
8
950
193
467
1,356
237
467
159.962
42,270
8,067
I
0
0
0
8.96 1
770
34
2
2
257
57
104
632
89
145
# of Farms
0
X
I
Calgary Region
2.302
192
11
1
7.467
1.297
April 2004
1,214
146
23
39
I
1.058
2.068
1,113
7.675
I
X
X
2 1,778
1,694
7.090
6,263
2,326
66.83 1
I
I
X
X
79,73 1
8,33 1
3 1.304
12,894
5,666
209.82 1
(1) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notes for more information.
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April 2004
Alberta Feed Requirements
By Class of Livestock
Total Grain Based Feed, 2001
Wheat
Oats
Barley
Other
Small
Grains
Grain
corn
Dry Peas
Soybean
Meal
Canola
Meal
Mill
Screen
Total
Grain
NonGrain
Portion
Beef Cattle
92,700
7 17,400
2,727,800
83,700
34,700
8 1,900
76,500
87,300
135,900
4,037,900
82,700
Complete
Grain
Based
Ration
4,120,600
Dairy Cattle
12,900
5,100
225,000
23,500
12,000
3,000
15,800
21,800
600
3 19,600
24,300
344,000
0
500
10,500
200
0
0
300
3 00
0
11,900
200
12,000
445,100
3,600
528,500
0
1,800
184,400
65,700
65,800
76,700
1,371,500
63,300
1,434,800
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Chickens
75,600
0
52,300
0
0
0
23,300
11,600
0
162,800
52,300
2 15,200
Turkeys
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
500
0
0
100
100
0
700
200
900
Horses
0
8 1,900
45,900
0
8,200
1,700
13,100
3,300
1,700
155,700
8,200
163,900
Aquaculture
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Total Tonnes of Feed
in Alberta
Sheep and Lambs
Hogs
~~
Layers
Other Poultry
Source: Statistics Canada, Livestock Feed Requirements Study, December 2002
Statistics Canada, Agriculture Division - Catalogue number 23-5Ol-XIE.
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By Class of Livestock
Per Animal Grain Based Feed, 2001
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Beef Cattle
0.02 1
0.160
0.609
0.019
0.008
0.0 18
0.017
0.019
0.030
0.901
0.0 18
Complete
Grain
Based
Ration
0.919
Dairy Cattle
0.077
0.03 1
1.344
0.140
0.072
0.018
0.094
0.130
0.003
1.909
0.145
2.055
Sheep and Lambs
0.000
0.002
0.038
0.001
0.000
0.000
0.00 1
0.001
0.000
0.043
0.00 1
0.044
Hogs
0.107
0.001
0.127
0.000
0.000
0.044
0.016
0.016
0.018
0.328
0.015
0.344
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Chickens
0.0013
0.0000
0.0009
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0004
0.0002
0.0000
0.0028
0.0009
0.0037
Turkeys
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Per Animal in Alberta
Layers
Wheat
Oats
Grain
Dry Peas
Soybean
Meal
Canola
Meal
Mill
Screen
Total
Grain
NonGrain
Portion
Grains
1
~~
Other Poultry
0.0024
0,0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0000
0.0004
0.0004
0.0000
0.0032
0.0008
0.0040
Horses
0.000
0.248
0.139
0.000
0.025
0.005
0.040
0.010
0.005
0.471
0.025
0.495
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Aquaculture (per 1,000 fish)
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By Sub-class of Livestock
Per Animal Dry Matter Feed, 2001
Pasture
Per Animal in Alberta
Beef Cattle
Bulls on Beef Farms
Beef Cows
Beef Rer, Heifers > 1 vear
Beef Rep Heifers < 1 year
Bull Calves <1 year
Slaughter Calves
Steers and Heifers Slauphter 1
Dairy Cattle
Bulls on Dairy Farms
DairvCows 1
Dairy Heifers > 1 year
Other Dairy Calves < 1 year
Sheer, and Lambs
Rams and Ewes
Breeding Lambs
Slaughter Lambs
Horses
U
~~
1.554
2.222
2.127
1.206
0.730
0.794
0.754
1.068
0.276
0.640
0.156
0.640
0.188
0.2 18
0.329
0.244
0.079
1.397
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0.799
2.644
1.153
1.458
0.569
0.587
0.139
0.188
0.982
1.666
0.836
1.666
0.622
0.185
0.300
0.124
0.063
1.714
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Silage
Other Roughages
Total Roughages
0.825
0.648
0.55 1
0.52 1
0.203
0.320
0.076
1.362
1.792
0.446
3.104
0.446
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.095
0.476
0.58 1
0.988
0.104
0.04 1
0.160
0.03 8
0.0 16
0.174
0.287
0.000
0.287
0.480
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.095
3.654
6.095
4.819
3.289
1.543
1.861
1.007
2.634
3.224
3.039
4.096
3.039
1.290
0.403
0.629
0.368
0.142
3.302
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Farm Machinery Inventory
and Market Value
M.D. of Rocky View
Farm Machinery
Calgary Region
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Province of Alberta
Number
of Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
Number
ofFarms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
Number
of Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
Number
of Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
Tractors
1,462
4,579
$74,459
5,191
16,886
$325,943
21,212
71,392
$1,366,712
49,075
163,404
$2,760,664
Cars and Other Passenger Vehicles
777
934
$1 1,659
3,020
3,608
$42,509
12,357
14,725
$171,124
27,306
32,414
$355,237
4,175
$47,534
5,496
16,602
$189,805
22,257
70,045
$788,996
50,430
149,154
$1,573,005
$1 19,129
2 1,630
4529 1
$256,29 1
48,908
95,160
$1,004,700
$70,675
12,821
24,752
$290,842
29,390
53,994
$568,306
1,485
Farm Trucks
I
1,440
Pick-ups and Cargo Vans
I
Other Farm Trucks
I
2,853
713
I
$32,691
I
I
1,321
I
5,324
I
$14,843
I
10,739
I
3,059
I
I
5,861
I
Combines
459
596
$24,026
2,321
2,943
$138,370
9,743
12,273
$483,474
25,383
31,705 32
$1,043,854
Swathers and Mower-Conditioners
815
1,375
$10,889
3,279
5,536
$49,540
13,890
22,517
$198,266
33,73 1
5 1,060
$449,745
Balers
707
959
$8,378
2,531
3,423
$3 1,333
Forage Harvesters
103
107
$1,216
343
3 90
$7,826
Tillage/Cultivation/Seeding/Planting
856
2,554
$18,511
3,505
10,864
$93,840
Equipment
Irrigation Equipment
113
$2,892
504
$36,8 19
1,157
$26,812
4,288
$129,486
All Other Farm Machinery,
Workshop/Of€ice Equipment
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Farm Capital
Farm Capital
Number of
Farms
Total Farm
Capital
1,625
Land and
Buildings
Total
Owned-Rented
Livestock and
Poultry
~~
Total Value of
Farm Machinery
Equipment
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
Market Value
($000)
I
$ 2 370,749
I
Number of
Farms
Market Value
($000)
Number of
Farms
Market Value
($000)
5,840
$8,383,096
23,633
$32,797,937
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
1
53,652
Market Value
($000)
1
$55,256,378
1.625
1,540
617
$2.152.189
$1,449,925
$702,264
5.840
5,476
2,669
$6.405,283
$4,499,908
$1,905,376
23,633
22.360
11,071
$23,767,748
$9.3 14.9 18
$6,452,83 1
53,652
5 1.427
2434 1
$38,872,5 14
$28.522.704
$10,349,8 1 1
1,301
$192,184
4,458
$929,370
18,493
$4,663,969
40,605
$7,699,70 1
1,625
$226,376
5,840
$1,048,442
23,633
$2,366,220
53,652
$8,684,163
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Farms Classified
by Total Farm Capital
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
1,625
5,840
23,633
53,652
Under $5 0,000
13
25
121
320
$50,000 to $99,999
11
53
272
1,050
$100,000 to $199,999
48
245
1,223
5,107
$200,000 to $349,999
198
783
3,43 7
10,192
$350,000 to $499,999
242
745
3,151
7,704
$500,000 to $999,999
492
1,553
6,2 16
13,774
$1,000,000 to $1,499,999
20 1
808
3,264
6,3 16
$1,500,000 to $1,999,999
107
478
1,846
3,213
$2,000,000 and Over
3 13
1,150
4,103
5,976
~
Refer to census deJnitions and notes for more information.
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Farms Classified by Total Gross Farm Receipts
1
I
I
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M.D. of Rocky View
I
1,625
I
1
1
Province of Alberta
23,633
I
53,652
I
5,840
I
$233,15 1,477
$1,383,248,656
$6,541,855,724
$9,919,447,223
Under $2,500
148
359
1,111
3,072
$2,500 to $4,999
99
224
908
2,630
$5,000 to $9,999
177
440
1,538
4,3 87
$10,000 to $24,999
318
914
3,645
9,565
$25,000 to $49,999
240
860
3,455
8,335
$50,000 to $99,999
211
770
3,745
8,526
$100,000 to $249,999
222
1198
5,066
10,131
$250,000 to $499,999
106
61 1
2,35 1
4,230
$500,000 and Over
104
364
1,814
2,776
Total Gross Farms Receipts ($)
Page 82
Agriculture Profile
April 2 004
Farm Business Operating Expenses
1 1511 - Support Activities for Crop Production, 1 1521 - Support Activities for Animal Production
M.D. of Rocky View
I
1
Calgary Region
I
Province of Alberta
I
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
I $5.896.676
53.652
$8,908,533
16,182
$292,486
35,411
$507,035
$24,199
8,972
$108,193
19,768
$194,218
2,448
$72,330
10.185
$303.972
21,218
$489,253
$7,902
1,795
$35,416
7.702
$154.864
15.670
$264,084
320
$10.243
1.293
$36,9 13
10,602
$225,169
857
$8,089
3,418
$44,060
30,206
$300,37 1
1,462
1,512
$4,8 15
$1 1,449
5,378
5,545
$15,640
$50,265
49,800
5 1,780
$168,097
$437,049
937
$14,253
3,797
$7 1,806
31.582
$5 13,237
Operating Expenses
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
Number of
Farms
Total Expenses
Total Farm Interest
ExDenses
Rent or Leasing
Expenses for Land &
Buildings
Total Wages &
Salaries
WagedSalaries Paid
to Family Members
WagedSalaries Paid
to Other Persons
CustodContract
Work
Electricity/Telephone/
Telecommunications
All Fuel Expenses
Fertilizer & Lime
Purchases
1,625
$205,876
5,840
$1,228,607
23.633
928
$1 1.447
3,804
$58,949
478
X
2,08 1
560
$18,145
392
Dollar Value
($000)
I
14.299
14.739
$189.660
1
$260.718
1
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Page 83
April 2 004
Farm Business Operating Expenses continued.
115 11 - Support Activities for Crop Production, 11521 - Support Activities for Animal Production
Operating Expenses
Chemical Purchases I
Seed & Seedling
Purchases
Feed & Supplement
Purchases
Feed Purchased from
Other Farmers
Livestock & Poultrv I
Veterinarian Services
Machinery Repairs &
Maintenance
Rental & Leasing of
Machinerv
Repairs &
Maintenance Farms
Buildings & Fences
All Other Farm
OPerating ExPenses
Number of
Farms
783
Dollar Value
($000)
I
$9.014
I
($000)
Farms
($000)
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
3.133
$41.190
12,463
$73,089
27,234
$330,559
$16.783
1
12.979
1
$84.183
30.183
$161.158
$20.987
I
16.785
I
$88.184
$4,882
3,238
1,139
561
$22,543
$7,249
4,030
1,862
I
X
I
Province of Alberta
Number of
Farms
76 1
800
1,138
Calgary Region
M.D. of Rocky View
$5,3 67
2.896
3,983
1,476
$1 1,154
5,393
322
X
1.322
$9.2 18
5,243
$42,275
10,889
$68,737
1,351
X
4,823
$18,928
19,617
$81,289
44,054
$149,349
1,530
$30,676
5,547
22,393
50,752
08S'OS
22s'22
08P'S
LLP'T
I
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Page 85
April 2004
Paid Agricultural Labour
... may include 1151 15 - Farm Labour Contractors
M.D. of Rocky View
Number of
Farms
Calgary Region
Weeks of
Employment
Number of
Farms
Weeks of
Employment
Number of
Farms
~
1
Province of Alberta
Total Paid Labour
560
37,711
2,448
147,492
10,185
Paid Work, Yearly
306
29,34 1
1,302
113,894
5,587
Paid Work,
364
8,370
1,524
33,598
Weeks of
Employment
I
639,891
488,629
Number of
Farms
1
21,218
10,641
Weeks of
Employment
1
1,084,852
805,212
I
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Agriculture Profile
April 2004
Farms Classified by Computer Application Used
M.D. of Rocky View
Calgary Region
Province of Alberta
837
2,9 10
10,893
21,813
Bookkeeping, Payroll or Tax
654
2,353
8,734
17,039
Computer Application
~~
Livestock or Crop Receipts
444
1,315
5,153
10,035
Word Processing
634
2,131
7,600
15,062
Internet
654
2,191
8,000
15,658
2,079
7,455
14,468
25
75
141
E-mail
Other
I
618
3
I
~
I
Agriculture ProBle
Page 87
April 2004
AGRICULTURE SURVEY
Comparing 1996 and 2001 Agriculture Census Data
Statistics Canada, I996 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Economics Branch,
Agriculture Profile
Page 88
April 2004
Comparing I996 and 200 I
111331 - Apple Orchards, 111332 - Grape Vineyards, 111333 - Strawberry Farming,
11 1334 - Berry Production (except strawberry), 11 1339 - Other Non-Citrus Farming
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
~
1
Total Fruits, Berries and Nuts
15
42
19
69
Apples
0
0
1
X
Strawberries
6
I1
7
31
Raspberries
6
3
8
11
Blueberries
0
0
0
0
Cranberries
0
0
0
0
NA
NA
12
X
0
0
0
0
NA
NA
2
X
1Saskatoons
Grapes
Other Fruits, Berries and Nuts
,. ,. Lanaaa,
aource: xaiisiics
n
n.
r7
1
r n n f l r 7
I YYO Lensus OJ
.
n
n
Agricuirure.
rreparea
~y cconomics mancn,
Amerra
Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.
1-1
I ,
1 1
P
1
I 7 1
A
Statistics Canada, 200 I Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development Unit,
Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.
Agriculture Profile
Page 89
April 2004
Historical Field Crops Grown
Comparing I996 and 2001
1 1 1 12 - Oil Seed Farming, 1 11 13 - Dry Pea and Bean Farming, 1 1 114 - Wheat Farming,
1 1 1 15 - Corn Farming, 1 1 1 19 - Other Grain Farming, 1 11211 - Potato Fanning, 1 1194 - Hay Farming
Total Wheat
Oats
Barlev
Mixed Grains
Corn for Grain
Buckwheat
Total Rve
Corn for Silage
Alfalfa & Alfalfa Mixtures
All Other Tame Hav/Fodder
Canola
Flaxseed
Sovbeans
Mustard Seed
Sunflowers
Safflower
Potatoes
Dry Field Peas
Lentils
Total Dry Field Beans
Dry White Beans
Chick Peas
Other Drv Beans
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
I
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
323
253
617
79
122,656
23,087
206.774
10.508
0
0
7.511
X
55,055
46.197
54,105
X
0
X
X
X
26 1
2,966
X
0
0
0
0
295
210
5 12
97
145,569
25,784
191.600
17.312
0
I
0
I
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
0
73
2
542
3 87
247
2
0
1
1
2
19
22
2
0
0
0
0
I
I
I
0
I
0
51
0
698
399
165
2
0
0
0
0
12
43
0
0
0
0
0
0
I
3.434
0
85,941
52.023
46,445
X
0
0
0
0
202
9,088
0
0
0
0
0
Source: Statistics Canada, 1996 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Economics Branch, Alberta
(1) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies.
Agriculture Profile
Page 90
April 2004
Historical Field Crops Grown continued.
..
1 1 1 12 - Oil Seed Farming, 11 113 - Dry Pea and Bean Farming, 1 1 114 - Wheat Farming,
1 1 1 15 - Corn Farming, 11119 - Other Grain Farming, 111211 - Potato Farming, 11194 - Hay Farming
Canary Seed
Sugar Beets for Sugar
Ginseng
Caraway Seed
Triticale
Forage Seed
All Other Field Crops
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
I
1
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
0
0
NA
NA
2
5
0
0
0
NA
NA
X
X
0
I
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Total Acres
I
0
I
978
X
X
--+-p0
11
4
1
Source: Statistics Canada, I996 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Economics Branch, Alberta
Statistics Canada, 200 I Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development Unit,
( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities where conJidentiality applies.
Agriculture Profile
Page 91
April 2004
Historical Vegetables Grown For Sale
Comparing 1996 and 2001
Excluding greenhouse vegetables.. .
11121 - Vegetable and Melon Farming
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
I Total Vegetables
t
L
19
2
5
8
v
Sweet Corn
Tomatoes
1 Cucumbers and Gherkins
Green Peas
Green or Wax Beans
~~~
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Carrots
3
0
2
4
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
I
I
55
X
2
X
11
2
4
1
4
3
I
X
I
X
X
I
t
~~~
Total Acres
I
I
38
X
X
X
3
1
0
+-p2
Radishes
1 DrvOnions
Green Onions or Shallots
Celery
I Lettuce
Spinach
Peppers
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
9
4
3
2
1
3
5
0
I
I
X
4
3
1
X
X
X
X
0
4
1
2
2
I
X
X
]
2
0
X
X
0
(I) Regional totals do not include municipalities where confidentiality applies.
Agriculture Profile
Page 92
April 2004
Historical Vegetables Grown For Sale continued.. .
Excluding greenhouse vegetables.. .
11121 - Vegetable and Melon Farming
Sauash. PumDkins. Zucchini
Asparagus (producing)
Asparagus (non-producing)
Rhubarb
Other Vegetables
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
3
0
0
3
1
0
0
1
2
3
0
1
X
0
X
1
6
4
I
I
I
4
3
I
Agriculture Profile
Page 93
April 2004
Historical Nursery, Sod and Forest Products
Grown for Sale
1 11421 - Nursery and Tree Production, 1132 - Forest Nurseries and Gathering,
1 1311 - Timber Tract Operations
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
Total Nursery Products
I
I
36
Total Acres
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
I
89 1
Number of
Farms
Total Acres
58
1,026
0
Total Sod Grown for Sale
Total Christmas Trees
I---
Sales of Forest Products
X
2
Number of
Farms
NA
I
I
Dollars
NA
I
1
4
70
Number of
Farms
Dollars
14
$133,96 1
Agriculture Profile
Page 94
April 2004
Historical Farm Land Area
Classified by Use of Land
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
1
Total Acres
I
Number of
Farms
I
Total Area of Farms
1,630
Land in Crops
1,247
I
532,265
282
I
387955
Summerfallow
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
I
1,625
1
Total Acres
I
1,290
I
580,095
255
I
267154
Tameheeded Pasture
593
89,779
599
108,288
Natural Land for Pasture
1,036
377,908
1,oo 1
324,818
All Other Land
1,131
50,528
1,031
37,100
Agriculture ProJle
Page 95
April 2004
Farms Classified by Total Farm Area (1996) and
Area in Crops and Summerfallow (2001)
t
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
1,630
1,313
Under 10 Acres
50
Under 3 Acres
27
10 to 129 Acres
468
3 to 9 Acres
46
130 to 239 Acres
345
10 to 69 Acres
286
240 to 399 Acres
209
70 to 129 Acres
181
I 400 to 559 Acres
90
I 130 to 179 Acres
173
560 to 759 Acres
110
180 to 239 Acres
76
760 to 1,119 Acres
101
240 to 399 Acres
137
1,120 to 1,599 Acres
91
400 to 559 Acres
101
1,600 to 2,239 Acres
65
560 to 759 Acres
78
2,240 to 2,879 Acres
32
760 to I, 119 Acres
70
2,880 to 3,5 19 Acres
24
1,120 to 1,599 Acres
42
3,520 Acres and Over
45
1,600 Acres and Over
96
t
Agriculture Profile
Page 96
April 2004
Historical Greenhouse Products Grown for Sale
11 141 - Food Crops Grown Under Cover (except mushrooms), 111422 - Floriculture Production
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Total Greenhouse Area
Under Protection
396,603
31
372,716
Total Greenhouse Area In Use
396,564
31
367,066
21
242,250
Greenhouse Flowers
17
300,094
Greenhouse Vegetables
13
87,499
9
97,596
Other Greenhouse Products
5
8,97 1
5
27,220
I
Agriculture Profile
Page 97
April 2004
Historical Mushrooms Grown for Sale
111411 - Mushroom Production
t
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
I
1
Total Growing Area for
Mushrooms
Number of
Farms
4
I
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
X
1
X
Agriculture Profile
Page 98
April 2004
Historical Use of Irrigation, Commercial Fertilizer,
Herbicides, Insecticides and Fungicides
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Irrigation
98
11,285
104
Commercial Fertilizer
926
472,98 1
Insecticides
694
I
9,630
I
863
Herbicides
Number of
Square Feet
I
452,422
362,984
710
399,909
17,090
55
28,3 18
Fungicides
Agriculture Profile
Page 99
April 2004
Historical Manure Application Methods
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
Number of
Farms
Number of
Square Feet
540
29,119
515
3 1,585
1
X
0
0
Using a Liquid Spreader:
On Surface
32
3,47 1
27
3,896
Using a Liquid Spreader:
Injected
4
3,290
9
1,160
Using a Solid Spreader
Using an Irrigation System
Agriculture Profile
Page 100
April 2004
Historical Farms Classified by Soil Conservation Practices
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Total Farms
1,630
1,625
Crop Rotation
649
68 1
Permanent Grass Cover
689
803
Winter Cover Crops
39
63
Contour Cultivation
59
48
Strip-cropping
24
22
Grassed Waterways
98
144
Windbreaks or Shelterbelts
254
317
Green Manure Crops
NA
29
Mechanical Hand Weeding
NA
99
Agriculture Profile
Page 101
April 2004
Historical Tillage Practices
Used to Prepare Land for Seeding
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Number of
Acres
Number of
Farms
Number of
Acres
Area Prepared for Seeding
845
432,353
843
466,544
Incorporating Residue into
Soil Retaining
541
222,798
480
163,947
Residue on the Surface
329
177,029
315
203,416
No Tillage
65
32,526
125
99,181
April 2004
Page 102
Agriculture Profile
Historical Forms of Weed Control
Used on Summerfallow Land
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
1
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Number of
Acres
Number of
Farms
Number of
Acres
Total Summerfallow Land
282
38,955
255
26,154
Chemical only
25
1,981
40
4,339
~
Tillage only
120
15,938
108
9,276
Tillage & Chemical Combined
155
2 1,036
119
12,539
Agriculture Profile
April 2004
Page 103
Historical Poultry Inventory
1 1 123 1 - Chicken Egg Production, 1 1232 - Broilers and Other Meat Types, 11233 - Turkey Production,
11239 - Other Poultry Production
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Total Birds
Pullets Intended for Laying
Under 19 Weeks
30
6,378
Laying Hens
19 Weeks and Over
146
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
1
Numberof
1
TotalBirds
Total Hens and Chickens
Broilers, Roasters and Cornish
I
59,597
34
I
131
7,437
I
92,117
~
Laying Hens
Hatchery Supply Flock
Turkey
36
X
27
X
Other Poultry
93
4,29 1
64
6,3 14
Page 104
Agriculture Profile
April 2004
Historical Poultry Production and Birds Hatched
in Commercial Hatcheries
11234 - Poultry Hatcheries
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
Number of
Farms
Kilograms
Number of
Farms
Kilograms
0
0
3
4,000
Broilers, Roasters
& Cornish Production
Turkey Production
Chickdother Poultry Hatched
Source: Statistics Canada, 2001 Census of Agriculture. Prepared by Statistics and Data Development
Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. ( I ) Regional totals do not include municipalities
where confidentiality applies. x - Confidential. Refer to Census definitions and notesfor more
information.
Page 105
Agriculture Profile
April 2 004
Historical Total Number of
Cattle and Calves
112111 - Beef Cattle Ranching, 112112 - Cattle Feedlots, 11212 - Dairy Cattle and Milk
11213 - Dual Purpose Cattle Ranching
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
1
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
Head
Number of
Farms
1
Head
Total Cattle & Calves
99 1
159,116
906
160,593
Bulls (1)
684
4,224
624
3,973
Total Cows
88 1
6 1,440
799
6 1,038
Dairy Cows
53
1,577
19
1,060
Beef Cows
850
59,863
79 1
59,978
Total Heifers (1)
616
18,998
581
22,622
Beef Replacement Heifers (1)
NA
NA
525
10,881
Dairy Replacement Heifers (1)
NA
NA
18
1,111
SlaughtedFeeder Heifers (1)
NA
NA
98
10,630
Steers (1)
354
21,713
235
16,842
Calves - Under 1 Year
827
52,74 1
8 12
56,118
Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. ( I ) I Year & Over. (2) Regional totals do not
include municipalities where conJidentiality applies. x - Conjidential. Refer to Census definitions and
notes for more information.
April 2004
Page 106
Agriculture Profile
Historical Total Number of Pigs
1 1221 - Hog and Pig Farming
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
Number of
Farms
Head
Number of
Farms
Head
Total Pigs
82
28,534
50
51,375
Boars (6 months and over)
36
I60
27
169
Sows & Gilts - Breeding
40
2,579
32
3,407
Total Other Pigs
75
25,795
NA
NA
Nursing and Weaner Pigs
NA
NA
25
20,83 1
Grower and Finishing Pigs
NA
NA
43
26,968
information.
Agriculture Profile
Page 107
April 2004
Historical Total Number of Sheep and Lambs
11241 - Sheep Farming
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
Head
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Head
Number of
Farms
~~
Total Sheep and Lambs
126
6,837
121
8,144
Rams
88
187
90
26 1
Ewes
117
2,928
114
3,710
Lambs
112
3,722
99
4,173
Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. (I) Regional totals do not include municipalities
information.
Agriculture Profile
Page 108
April 2004
Historical Other Livestock and Colonies of Bees
11292 - Horse and Other Equine Production, 11242 - Goat Production,
11291 - Apiculture (the science and art of raising honey bees),
1 1293 - Fur-Bearing Animal and Rabbit Production, 11299 - All Other Animal Production
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Number of
Farms
Number
Horses and Ponies
~
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Number
6,927
7,467
2,226
1,297
~~
Goats
Wild Boars
NA
NA
Mink
3
X
Fox
1
X
Bison (Buffalo)
lo
Deer (excluding Wild Deer)
NA
Elk
I
I
653
NA
X
1
2kp
1,446
3
l
177
Deer and Elk
Llamas and Alpacas
25
191
Rabbits
NA
NA
Colonies of Bees
13
69 1
I
Other Livestock
29
NA
information.
April 2004
Page 109
Agriculture Profile
Historical Farm Machinery Inventory
and Market Value
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Farm Equipment or Vehicle
Tractors
Cars and Other Passenger
Vehicles
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number
of Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
Number
of Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
1,388
3,944
$58,08 1
1,462
4,579
$74,459
819
985
$9,343
777
934
$1 1,659
$36,536
1,485
4,175
$47,534
Farm Trucks
1,462
Pick-ups and Cargo Vans
1,379
2,510
$22,063
1,440
2,853
$32,69 1
All Other Farm Trucks
804
1,452
$14,473
713
1,321
$14,843
Grain Combines
(Self-propelled and Pull Type)
522
655
$22,126
459
596
$24,026
1,098
1,479
$8,835
815
1,375
$10,889
694
896
$6,5 1I
707
959
$8,378
Swathers and MowerConditioners
Balers
Unit, Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development.
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Historical Farm Machinery Inventory
and Market Value continued...
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Farm Equipment or Vehicle
Forage Harvesters
Number
of
Farms
Number
of
Machines
105
114
I
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Market
Value
($000)
Number
of
Farms
Number
of
Machines
Market
Value
($000)
$1,356
103
107
$1,216
$16,767
856
2,554
$18,511
NA
113
$2,892
$27,449
1,157
$26,812
32.6%
of all
farms
837
Tillage/Cultivation/Seeding/Planting
Equipment
86 1
Irrigation Equipment
NA
All Other Farm Machinery,
Workshop and Office Equipment
1,224
Use of Personal Computers for
Farm Management
1,630
NA
53 1
NA
NA
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Historical Farm Capital
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
Farm Capital
Number of
Farms
Market Value
($000)
Number of
Farms
Market Value
($000)
1,630
$1,655,173
1,625
$2,570,749
1,630
$1,357,922
1,625
$2,152,189
Land and Buildings, Owned
1,530
$953,761
1,540
$1,449,925
Land and Buildings, Rented
629
$404,16 1
617
$702,264
Livestock and Poultry
1,322
$1 10,248
1,301
$1 92,184
Total Value of Farm
Machinery Equipment
1,609
$187,003
1,625
$226,376
I Total Farm Capital
I
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Total Land and Buildings
I
I
information.
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Historical Farms Classified by Total Farm Capital
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
1,630
1,625
Under $ 5 0,000
36
13
$50,000 to $99,999
42
11
$100,000 to $199,999
144
48
$200,000 to $349,999
388
198
$350,000 to $499,999
225
242
27 1
420
~~
$500,000 to $999,999
$1,000,000 to $1,499,999
$1,500,000 and Over
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Historical Farms Classified by Total Gross Farm Receipts
Comparing I995 * and 2001
M.D. of Rocky View
1995*
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
1,630
1,625
$184,036,496
$233,15 1,477
172
148
$2,500 to $4,999
130
99
$5,000 to $9,999
174
177
$10,000 to $24,999
293
318
$25,000 to $49,999
224
240
$50,000 to $99,999
228
21 1
$100,000 to $249,999
23 8
222
$250,000 to $499,999
95
106
$500,000 and Over
76
104
Total Gross Farms Receipts ($)
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Historical Farm Business Operating Expenses
1 151 1 - Support Activities for Crop Production, 1 1521 - Support Activities for Animal Production
Operating Expenses
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
Total Expenses
1,630
$160,374
1,625
$205,876
Total Farm Interest Expenses
90 1
$10,8 17
928
$1 1,447
Rent or Leasing Expenses for
Land & Buildings
Total Wages & Salaries
644
7,522
478
X
605
$2 1,059
560
$18,145
WagedSalaries Paid to Family
Members
WagedSalaries Paid to Other
Persons
Custom/Contract Work
368
$5,416
392
$7,902
394
$15,642
320
$10,243
79 1
$5,330
857
$8,089
$4,380
1,462
$4,8 15
NA
NA
Total Insurance
1,441
$6,2 17
Crop and Hail Insurance
Premiums
Other Farm Business
Insurance Premiums
Fuel Expenditures for Heating
and Crop Drying
All Fuel Expenses
524
$2,700
1,375
$3,517
690
$1,190
NA
NA
I
1,512
I
$ l 1,449
x - ConJdential. Refer to census definitions and notes for more information.
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Historical Farm Business Operating Expenses continued..
Comparing 1996 and 200 I
.
1 1511 - Support Activities for Crop Production, 11521 - Support Activities for Animal Production
Operating Expenses
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
.
Fertilizer and Lime Purchases
1
Seed and Seedling Purchases
1 Seed Purchases from
Purchases
Feed Purchased from Other
Farmers
Livestock and Poultry
Machinery Fuel, Oil and
Lubricants
Machinery Repairs &
Rental & Leasing of
Machinerv
Repairs & Maintenance Farms
Buildin s & Fences
All Other Farm Operating
Expenses
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
937
$14,253
Number of
Farms
Dollar Value
($000)
892
$12,732
723
$4,974
$9,0 14
687
$4,040
$4,882
565
$2,739
NA
NA
1,196
$17,489
1,139
$22,543
109
$5,803
561
$7,249
800
$25,465
800
X
1,138
$3,229
1,138
$5,367
1 3 11
$7,744
NA
NA
1,411
$9,068
1,476
$1 1,154
612
$95 1
NA
NA
NA
NA
783
$9,0 14
1,307
$4,154
76 1
$4,882
1,459
$14,013
1,139
$22,543
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Historical Farms Reporting Total Gross Farm Receipts of
$2,500 or More, Classified by Farm Type*
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
M.D. of Rocky View
200 1
1,458
1,477
Dairy
21
7
Cattle (Beef)
710
664
Hog
17
19
Poultry & Eggs
17
14
Wheat
80
65
Grains and Oilseeds
(Excluding Wheat)
Field Crops
(Excluding Grain and Oilseed)
Fruit
20 1
244
69
110
3
2
Miscellaneous Specialty
28 1
296
Livestock Combinations
34
37
Vegetables
2
1
Other Combinations
23
18
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Historical Paid Agricultural Labour
... may include 1151 15 - Farm Labour Contractors
M.D. of Rocky View
1996
I
Number of
M.D. of Rocky View
2001
Weeks of
Employment
Number of
Farms
Weeks of
Employment
Farms
Total Paid Labour
605
42,179
560
37,711
Paid Labour, Yearly
296
33,695
306
29,34 1
Paid Labour, Seasonal or
Temporary
41 1
8,484
3 64
8,370
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North American Industry Classification System
In 1997, the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) was replaced by the North
American Industry Classification System (NAICS). This six-digit code is a major
revision that not only provides for newer industries, but also reorganizes the categories on
a productiodprocess-oriented basis (SIC used a mixture of production-based and marketbased categories).
The new NAICS system was developed jointly by Statistics Canada, the U.S.
Census Bureau in cooperation with the U S . Economic Classification Policy Committee,
and Mexico’s Institutio Nacional de Estadistica, Geografia e Informatics. This new,
uniform, industry-wide classification system has been designed as the index for statistical
reporting of all economic activities of Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
NAICS Summary
Common code between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
Compatible with 2-digit level of International Standard Industrial Classification
(ISIC) of the United Nations.
More industries and distinctions.
Emerging high-tech industries and service industries included.
New Information Industry.
New 6-digit codes instead of 4-digit as in SIC.
The NAICS hierarchical structure is:
xx
Industry Sector (20 broadly defined industries)
Industry Sub-sector
xxx
xxxx
Industry Group
xxxxx
Industry
XXXXXX
Canadian, American, or Mexican National Industry
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FOOD STATISTICS
Statistics Canada, 2002
Canada Food Statistics, Volume 2, Number I - Catalogue number 21-020-XIE
Note to reader ...
This information is presented for information only. The Municipal District of Rocky View does not make
any claim to the accuracy of this informution or the process by which it was generated. Opportunities
resulting from the informationfound in the Canada Food Statistics require additional research, due
diligence and business planning, specific to an individual, family or small corporation ’s current capacity
and financial position. Thefollowing information does not take into account regional and local dietary and
culinarypreferences or trends.
The 2002 Canada Food Statistics presents a wealth of data and insight into historical food and beverage
trends. The changes in food and beverage consumption, particularly over the past 25 years, reveal rapid
transformation in some commodities and gradual yet cumulatively dramatic alterations in others. There are
many reasons for food and beverage consumption change within Canadian society over the past 25 years.
In each commodity and general food group, these reasons could include:
Greater availability of a variety of other food or beverage selections,
Options to purchase other products for the simple reason of diversity,
Price fluctuations, more or less expensive, that drive consumer spending trends,
Ethnic composition within Canada and the “main stream” introduction of ethnic dishes and food
products, beverages and cultural practices,
Trends and fads that influence consumer spending on food and beverages,
Long-term health trends,
Canada’s aging population and the consumption of foods and beverages that satisfy the primary
spending generations.
Individual consumers will find this information interesting. Family members who manage the food and
beverage purchases for their households will also find the 2002 Canada Food Statistics noteworthy. The
Economic Development Office of the Municipal District of Rocky View would like entrepreneurs, homebased businesses and agricultural producers to use this information as they develop their businesses.
Further research is required for business and industry. However, we feel this information is a good starting
point and is consequently offered as a reference.
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Cereal Products Consumed in Canada
Average Per Person, Per Year
1976
1
1
Breakfast Food
2.05 kg
3.20 kg
3.74 kg
3.93 kg
Corn Flour and Meal
1.45 kg
1.51 kg
2.93 kg
2.68 kg
Oatmeal and Rolled Oats
0.90 kg
0.91 kg
1.97 kg
0.61 kg
Pot and Pearl Barley
0.03 kg
0.05 kg
0.07 kg
0.04 kg
Rice
1.92 kg
3.22 kg
5.32 kg
5.90 kg
Rye Flour
0.30 kg
0.24 kg
0.22 kg
0.24 kg
Wheat Flour
44.53 kg
42.79 kg
46.53 kg
5 1.28 kg
52.20 kg
52.66 kg
Total Cereal Products
51.17 kg
51.93 kg
60.78 kg
64.68 kg
65.11 kg
65.29 kg
I
I
I
I
1
I
I
3.90 kg
2.11 kg
0.52 kg
0.04 kg
5.82 kg
0.22 kg
1
I
1
1
I
3.84 kg
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
3.88 kg
+ 87.7%
2.17kg
0.45 kg
0.63 kg
0.03 kg
0.03 kg
5.90 kg
0.24 kg
I
1
1
-30.0%
Nochange
+
5.52 kg
0.23 kg
I
+ 207.3%
-23.3%
53.39 kg
+ 18.3%
65.29 kg
+ 27.6%
Source: Statistics Canada, 2002 Food Statistics, vol. 2, no. I - Catalogue number 21-020-XIE
Experimental, use with caution. Disappearance data adjusted for retail, household, cooking and plate loss.
1
1
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Sugars and Syrups
Consumed in Canada
1
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
Honey
0.62 kg
0.64 kg
0.77 kg
0.62 kg
0.47 kg
0.67 kg
0.44 kg
+ 8.1%
Maple Syrup
0.13 kg
0.08 kg
0.05 kg
0.08 kg
0.14 kg
0.10 kg
0.15 kg
Refined Sugar
30.87 kg
30.89 kg
28.42 kg
28.31 kg
29.21 kg
30.61 kg
33.56 kg
Less than -1%
Total Sugars and Syrups
31.62 kg
31.61 kg
29.23 kg
29.00 kg
29.81 kg
31.37 kg
34.15 kg
Less than 1%
1
- 23.1%
Experimental, use with caution. Disappearance data adjustedfor retail, household, cooking and plate loss.
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Red Meat
Consumed in Canada
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
Beef
23.37 kg
17.50 kg
13.94 kg
14.43 kg
14.17 kg
13.61 kg
13.31 kg
- 41.8%
Mutton and Lamb
0.41 kg
0.37 kg
0.31 kg
0.35 kg
0.39 kg
0.42 kg
0.42 kg
Less than 1%
~
Offal
0.97 kg
0.99 kg
0.79 kg
1.01 kg
0.62 kg
0.51 kg
0.69 kg
- 47.4%
Pork
10.43 kg
12.05 kg
11.26 kg
13.02 kg
12.42 kg
12.53 kg
12.22 kg
+ 20.1Yo
Veal
1.01 kg
0.71 kg
0.57 kg
0.56 kg
0.57 kg
0.54 kg
0.48 kg
- 46.5%
36.19 kg
31.62 kg
26.87 kg
29.37 kg
28.17 kg
27.62 kg
27.13 kg
- 23.7%
Total Red Meat
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Poultry and Eggs
Consumed in Canada
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
Chicken
5.72 kg
7.47 kg
8.81 kg
9.75 kg
10.24 kg
10.72 kg
10.80 kg
+ 87.4%
Stewing Hen
0.46 kg
0.39 kg
0.62 kg
0.65 kg
0.67 kg
0.61 kg
0.59 kg
+ 32.6%
Turkey
2.07 kg
2.16 kg
2.16 kg
2.18 kg
2.23 kg
2.21 kg
2.23 kg
+ 6.8%
~~
Total Poultry
Total Eggs
8.25 kg
10.02 kg
11.58 kg
12.58 kg
13.13 kg
13.54 kg
13.62 kg
15.58 dozen
13.74 dozen
12.41 dozen
12.59 dozen
12.99 dozen
13.13 dozen
12.82 dozen
+ 64.1
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- 17.7%
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Seafood
Consumed in Canada
1976
1986
1996
1999
Fresh and Frozen Seafish
NA
NA
NA
3.14 kg
Freshwater Fish
NA
NA
NA
0.28 kg
Processed Seafish
NA
NA
NA
2.21 kg
Shellfish Total
NA
NA
NA
1.50 kg
1
Total Seafood
7.13 kg
2000
1
I
1
I
1
2.94 kg
0.30 kg
1.94 kg
1.54 kg
6.72 kg
2001
I
I
1
I
1
2.99 kg
0.28 kg
2.18 kg
1.39 kg
6.83 kg
1
I
I
1
I
2002
Percentage
Change
* 1999 to 2001
NA
- 4.7%
NA
No change
NA
- 1.4%
NA
- 7.3%
- 4.2%
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Pulses and Nuts
Consumed in Canada
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
1976
1986
1996
Beans, baked and canned
1.89 kg
2.05 kg
1.27 kg
1.23 kg
1.21 kg
1.26 kg
1.21 kg
- 33.3%
Beans, dry
0.50 kg
0.66 kg
1.78 kg
1.87 kg
1.66 kg
1.60 kg
1.69 kg
+ 220.0%
Peanuts
2.33 kg
2.62 kg
2.86 kg
2.58 kg
2.61 kg
2.37 kg
2.56 kg
+ 1.7%
~~
Peas, dry
0.43 kg
1.06 kg
1.68 kg
2.05 kg
2.15 kg
2.03 kg
1.95 kg
+ 472.1%
Tree Nuts
0.86 kg
1.35 kg
0.84 kg
1.18 kg
1.33 kg
1.41 kg
1.46 kg
+ 163.9%
Total Pulses and Nuts
6.02 kg
7.73 kg
8.42 kg
8.91 kg
8.96 kg
8.67 kg
8.87 kg
+ 44.0%
,,,
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Oils and Fats
Consumed in Canada
1986
I
I
I
1996
1
1
1
1999
1
1
I
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
2.00 kg
2.06 kg
NA
- 45.4%
3.80 kg
3.70 kg
NA
- 9.5%
Butter
3.77 kg
2.88 kg
Margarine
4.09 kg
4.51 kg
Salad Oils
3.04 kg
4.04 kg
7.26 kg
10.02 kg
10.13 kg
10.21 kg
NA
+ 235.9%
Shortening and Short. Oils
5.38 kg
5.38 kg
7.51 kg
7.69 kg
7.54 kg
7.58 kg
NA
+ 40.9%
Total Oils and Fats
6.02 kg
7.73 kg
8.96 kg
8.67 kg
NA
+ 44.0%
I
2.16 kg
4.03 kg
8.42 kg
I
2.13 kg
3.93 kg
8.91 kg
I
Source: Statistics Canada, 2002 Food Statistics, vol. 2, no.1 - Catalogue number 21-020-XIE
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Dairy Products
Consumed in Canada
I Cheddar Cheese
Cottage Cheese
Processed Cheese
I Varietv Cheese
Cereal Cream, 10%
Sour Cream
I Table Cream. 18%
I Buttermilk
Chocolate Drink
Milk. Concentrated Skim
I Milk. Concentrated Whole
Milk, other whole products
Milk. 1% Skimmed
Milk, 2% Skimmed
Milk. Skim
Milk, Standard (4%)
1.17 kg
0.78 kg
1.95 kg
1.95 kg
1.80 litres
0.26 litres
0.20 litres
0.37 litres
8.8 1 litres
0.84 litres
0.45 litres
2.34 litres
I
I
1.93 kg
0.93 kg
1.93 kg
3.23 kg
2.15 litres
0.55 litres
0.29 litres
0.66 litres
9.01 litres
0.93 litres
0.38 litres
2.60 litres
~~~~
0.21 kg
NA
NA
NA
45.45 litres
33.92 litres
2.64 litres
3.50 litres
32.94 litres I 21.93 litres
~
8.02 litres
7.38 litres
6.35 litres
1.37 litres
1.54 litres
1.45 litres
0.32 litres
0.29 litres
0.29 litres
2.91 litres I 3.44 litres I 3.34 litres
0.23 litres
0.23 litres
0.45 litres
0.74 litres
0.78 litres
0.79 litres
0.36 kg
0.52 kg
0.62 kg
12.20 litres
12.71 litres
11.40 litres
32.1 1 litres
3 1.85 litres
34.74 litres
6.16 litres
6.33 litres
5.72 litres
10.41 litres
10.46 litres
11.36 litres
~
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
2.30 kg
0.57 kg
1.82 ke
4.63 kg
2.17 litres
1.00 litres
1.33 litres
0.76 litres
6.79 litres
1.65 litres
0.29 litres
3.59 litres
0.19 litres
0.58 litres
0.74 kg
12.68 litres
30.81 litres
6.43 litres
10.34 litres
2.29 k
+ 96.6%
4.80 kg
2.13 litres
0.95 litres
1.44 litres
+ 237.4%
I
1.60 litres I
0.31 litres
3.62 litres
0.20 litres
0.65 litres
0.82 kg
12.61 litres
29.45 litres
6.49 litres I
9.87 litres 1
+ 20.6%
+284.6%
+ 565.0%
I
+ 96.4%
I
- 35.6%
+ 53.4%
- 9.5%
- 78.4%
--- 9.2%
+ 143.6%
- 68.6%
I
I
Experimental, use with caution. Disappearance data a4usted for retail, household, cooking and plate loss.
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Dairy Products
Consumed in Canada continued.
..
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
Sweetened Con. Skim Milk
Milkshake
Powder, Buttermilk
Powder, Skim Milk
Powder. Whev
Sherbet
NA
0.06 litres
0.13 litres
0.05 litres
0.04 litres
0.05 litres
0.05 litres
---
I
I
Total Dairv Products
16.87 kg
17.77 kg
I
17.19 kg
I
17.00 kg
I
17.29 kg
I
17.58 kg
I
17.24 kg
+ 4.2%
Source: Statistics Canada, 2002 Food Statistics, vol. 2, no.I - Catalogue number 21-020-XIE
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Fresh Fruit
Consumed in Canada
Amles
Apricots
Avocadoes
Bananas
Berries, other
Blueberries
Cherries
Citrus- other
Coconut
Cranberries
Dates
Figs
Fruit. unspecified
GraDefruit
Grapes
Guava and Mangoes
Lemons
Limes
Mandarins
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
8.95 kg;
0.07 krr
0.08 kg
4.89 kg
0.06 krr
0.06 kg
0.43 kg
NA
0.20 kg
0.25 kg
0.89 kg
0.21 kg
0.06 kg
1.49 kg
4.00 kg
NA
0.30 krr
0.04 kg
NA
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Fresh Fruit
Consumed in Canada continued..
1976
1986
Melons, Musk, Cantaloupe
Melons, other
Melons. total
Melons, Watermelons
Melons, W intermelons
Nectarines
Oranges
Papayas
Peaches
Pears
Pineapples
Plums. total
Ouinces
Strawberries
0.43 kg
0.15 kg
1.62 kg
0.82 kg
0.05 kg
0.31 kg
6.96 kg
NA
1.08 kg
1.23 kg
0.12 kg
0.68 kg
NA
0.76 kg
0.65 kg:
1.15 k
Total Fresh Fruit
34.64 kg
32.94 kg
~~
~~
I
.
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
1996
1999
2002
0.82 kg:
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
+ 114.0%
No change
+ 109.3%
+ 67.1%
+ 1.480.0%
+ 64.5%
- 32.9%
1.41 k
1.01 kg:
0.14 kg
3.70 kg
1.69 kg:
0.58 kg
0.46 kg
4.12 kg:
0.06 kg
0.59 kg
1.66 kg
0.39 kg:
0.60 kg
0.01 kg
1.42 kg:
35.09 kg
35.18 kg
NA
+ 1.2%
36.21 kg
35.05 kg
- 4 I .7%
+ 31.7%
+ 383.3%
- 4.4%
--f
77.6%
Source: Statistics Canada, 2002 Food Statistics, vol. 2, no. 1 - Catalogue number 21-020-XIE
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Processed Fruit and Juice
Consumed in Canada
2
Apple Pie Filling
Amle Sauce
I Amles. canned
Apples, dried
ADples. frozen
I Amicots. canned
Blueberries, canned
Blueberries, frozen
I Cherries. frozen
I Fruit. unmecified canned
F r u i t , unspecified dried
Fruit, unwecified fiozen
I Peaches. canned
P e a r s , canned
Pineamles. canned
Ras berries, frozen
0.24 kg
0.44 kg
1996
0.05 kg
0.40 kg
0.01 k
0.15 ke
0.55 kg
0.04 ke
0.04 kg
0.06 kg
0.04 kg
0.00 ke
0.29 kg
0.13 kg
1.05 kg
1.21 ke
0.28 kg
1.03 kg
0.40 kg
0.92 kg
0.34 ke
w
v
0.10 k
0.07 k
i
0.12 ke
0.50 kg
0.04 kg
0.03 ke
0.07 kg
0.03 kg
0.00 kg
0.39 kg
0.15 kg
1.53 kg
1.21 ke
0.27 kg
0.97 kg
0.36 ke
0.92 kg
0.30 ke
0.11 ke
0.52 kg
0.12 kg
0.04 ke
0.06 kg
0.02 kg
0.00 kg
0.39 ke
0.13 kg
1.49 kg
1.30 kg:
0.30 kg
0.95 kg
0.34 ke
0.84 kg
0.25 kg
~~
2001
2002
0.10 kg
0.46 ke
0.23 kg
0.05 kg
0.05 ke
0.03 kg
0.01 kg
0.40 ke
0.18 kg
1.44 kg
1.25 kg
0.34 ke
0.96 kg
0.35 kg
0.86 kg
0.20 kg
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
- 58.3%
+ 4.5%
+ 1,050.0%
+ 150.0%
I
I
-64.3%
- 70.0%
+ 1.900.0%
+ 12.5%
I
- 19.1%
I
+ 5.0%
+750.0%
- 15.8%
- 44.4%
- 9.5%
+ 25.0%
I
I
I
Page 132
Agriculture Profile
April 2004
Processed Fruit and Juice
Consumed in Canada continued,
Strawberries, canned
Strawberries, frozen
Total Processed Fruit
1
Total Canned Fruit
Total Frozen Fruit
Total Dried Fruit
Apple Juice
GraDe Juice
Grapefruit Juice
Lemon Juice
Orange Juice
Pineapple Juice
Tomato Juice
Total Juice
Total Fruit Juice
Total Veeetable Juice
I
1976
0.03 kg
0.51 kg
14.35 kg
I
1
1986
0.00 kg
0.31 kg
13.17 kg
I
I
1999
2000
2001
0.04 kg
0.42 kg
0.05 kg
0.53 kg
0.05 kg
0.48 kg
0.05 kn
0.48 kg
14.06 kg
14.41 kg
14.89 kg
14.83 kg
NA
+ 3.3%
f
1
+ 66.6%
+ 5.9%
5.32 kg
1.05 kg
1.21 kg
4.12 kg
1.04 kg
1.23 kg
4.22 kg
1.52 kg
1.25 kg
4.50 kg
1.72 kg
1.24 kg
4.45 kg
1.62 kg
1.34 kg
4.48 kn
1.65 ke
1.30 kg
NA
NA
NA
3.48 litres
0.27 litres
0.97 litres
0.25 litres
7.81 litres
0.30 litres
3.24 litres
8.12 litres
1.54 litres
0.74 litres
0.23 litres
10.41 litres
0.26 litres
2.46 litres
6.19 litres
3.95 litres
0.90 litres
0.35 litres
12.06 litres
0.60 litres
1.66 litres
6.1 1 litres
2.83 litres
0.70 litres
0.33 litres
11.88 litres
0.64 litres
1.34 litres
5.93 litres
2.88 litres
0.87 litres
0.30 litres
12.83 litres
0.69 litres
1.31 litres
6.08 litres
2.55 litres
0.67 litres
0.34 litres
12.52 litres
0.84 litres
1.37 litres
NA
NA
25.71 litres
23.82 litres
24.82 litres
24.37 litres
NA
24.05 litres
1.66 litres
22.48 litres
1.34 litres
23.50 litres
1.31 litres
23.00 litres
1.37 litres
16.33 litres
13.09 litres
3.24 litres
I
23.76 litres
21.30 litres
2.46 litres
I
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
2002
1996
I
- 15.8%
57.1%
+ 7.4%
+ 74.7%
+ 844.4%
- 30.9%
+ 36.0%
+ 60.3%
+ 180.0%
- 57.7%
I
+49.2%
Agriculture Profile
Page I33
April 2 004
Fresh Vegetables Consumed in Canada
Artichokes
Asparagus
Beans, Green and Wax
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Smouts
Cabbage, Chinese
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Celery
Corn
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Garlic
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lettuce
Manioc (Cassava)
Mushrooms
Okra
~~
1
I
I
I
1976
0.02 kg
0.06 kg
0.35 kg
0.27 kg
0.31 kn
0.07 krr
NA
3.54 kg
4.78 kn
0.36 kg
2.48 kg
0.52 kn
1.09 krr
NA
NA
NA
NA
5.31 kg:
0.00 kg
0.41 kn
0.00 kg
1
1986
0.03 kg
0.09 kg
0.46 kg
0.22 kg
1.02 kg
0.13 kg
NA
3.15 kg
5.33 kg
0.84 kg:
2.78 kg
0.70 kg
1.59 kg:
0.12 kg
0.07 kg
0.01 kg:
0.03 kg
5.97 kg
0.00 kg
0.98 kg
0.02 kg:
0.01 kg
1
~
~~~
~
~
1
1996
_
0.02 kg
0.08 kg
0.47 kg
0.19 kg:
1.=kg
0.11 kg
0.39 kg:
3.15 kg
5.73 kg
0.62 kg:
2.51 kg
0.88 kg
1.87 kg
0.18 kg:
0.22 kg
0.06 kg:
0.11 kg
5.64 kg
0.03 ke
1.08 kg
0.03 krr
0.01 kg
_
_
_
_
~~
1999
I
I
~~
~
~~
I
0.03 kg
0.12 kg
0.45 kg
0.19 kg:
1.43 kg
0.09 kg
0.37 kg:
3.07 kg
4.95 kg
0.61 kg:
2.41 kg
0.76 kg
1.96 kg
0.19 kg:
0.23 kg
0.07 kn
0.11 kg
6.40 kg
0.03 kg:
1.26 kg
0.04 kn
0.02 kg
1
I
I
I
2000
0.03 kg
0.14 kg
0.51 kg
0.21 kg:
1.38 kg
0.11 kg
0.38 kg:
2.88 kg
5.11 kg
0.59 krr
2.21 kg
0.61 kg
2.07 kg
0.22 kg:
0.23 kg
0.08 kn
0.12 kg
6.20 kg
0.03 krr
1.43 kg
0.05 kn
0.01 kg
1
I
I
I
2001
0.02 kg
0.14 kg
0.51 kg
0.24 krr
1.41 kg
0.11 kg
0.37 kg:
2.52 kg
4.99 kg
0.64 kn
2.22 kg
0.65 kg
2.29 kg
0.22 kg:
0.23 kg
0.09 kg!
0.12 kg
6.66 kg
0.03 kg:
1.48 kg
0.05 kg
0.01 kg
1
I
I
2002
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
II
Percentage
Change
1976t02001
No change
+ 133.3%
+ 45.7%
I - 11.1%
+ 354.8%
+ 57.1%
--- 28.8%
I
I
+ 4.4%
+ 77.8%
- 10.5%
- 25.0%
+ 110.1%
--------+ 25.4%
+ 300.0%
+ 261 .O%
+ 500.0%
Nochange
Agriculture Profile
Page 134
April 2 004
Fresh Vegetables
Consumed in Canada continued..
Onion and Shallots
Parslev
Parsnips
Peas
Pemers
Potatoes, sweet (yams)
Potatoes, white and red
PumDkins and Sauash
Radishes
Rapini (Broccoli Raab)
Rutabagas and Turnips
SDinach
Tomatoes
Vegetable. other roots
Vegetable, other legumes
Vegetable, unspecified
~
~~
Total Fresh Vegetables
I
I
I
1
I
3.31 kn
NA
0.10 kg
0.04 kg
0.76 kg
0.19 kg
32.67 kg
NA
0.42 kgl
0.03 kg
1.36 kn
0.18 krz
3.95 kg
NA
NA
0.01 kg
~~
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
1986
1996
1999
2000
200 1
2002
4.01 kg
0.08 kg
0.08 kg
0.05 kg
1.42 kg
0.19 kg
37.05kg
0.30
0.34 kg
0.04 kg
1.08 kg
0.25 kg
4.92 kg
0.00 kg
NA
0.35 kg
4.49 kg
0.10 kg
0.09 kg
0.12kg
1.94 kg
0.20 kg
39.21 kg
1.16 kg
0.37 kg
0.08 kg
0.98 kg
0.26 kg
4.95 kg
0.16 kg
0.02 kg
0.95 kg
4.21 kg
0.13 kg
0.08 kg
0.14 kg
1.84 kg
0.28 kg
37.03 kg
1.15 kg
0.35 kg
0.08 kg
0.93 kg
0.33 kg
5.06 kg
0.09 kg
0.02 kg
0.91 kg
4.40 kg
0.14 kg
0.08 kg
0.14 kg
1.95 kg
0.29 kg
36.06 kg
1.03 kg
0.33 kg
0.08 kg
0.73 kg
0.35 kg
5.13 kg
0.10 kg
0.01 kg
0.83 kg
4.41 kg
0.14 kg
0.08 kg
0.16 kg
1.96 kg
0.29 kg
36.88 kg
1.20 kg
0.33 kg
0.09 kg
0.61 kg
0.45 kg
5.58 kg
0.11 kg
0.02 kg
0.90 kg
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
+ 8,900.0%
73.38 kg
78.63 kg
76.12 kg
74.88 kg
76.82 kg
NA
+ 22.8%
~
+ 30.2%
---
- 20.0%
+ 300.0%
+ 158.0%
+ 52.6%
+ 12.9%
--- 2 I .4%
+ 200.0%
- 55.1%
+ 150.0%
+ 41.3%
-----
62*58kg
Agriculture Profile
Page 135
April 2004
Processed Vegetables Consumed in Canada
Total Processed
Vegetable
1976
1986
1996
1999
2000
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
12.54 kg
14.12 kg
15.70 kg
15.78 kg
15.72 kg
15.74 kg
NA
+ 25.5%
Agriculture Profile
Page 136
April 2004
Beverages
Consumed in Canada
I Ale. Beer. Stout and Porter
Distilled Spirits
Wines
Coffee
I Water. bottled
Total Beverages
I
Total Non-alcoholic
A-
I
I
2001
2002
Percentage
Change
1976 to 2001
1976
1986
1996
80.73 litres
7.72 litres
8.35 litres
87.12 litres
56.09 litres
77.75 litres
NA
76.88 litres
5.95 litres
11.87 litres
80.84 litres
7 1.16 litres
52.80 litres
NA
65.30 litres
4.24 litres
10.32 litres
86.54 litres
98.29 litres
43.35 litres
17.42 litres
157.72 litres
170.21 litres
200.25 litres
213.72 litres
213.01 litres
188.40 litres
NA
i- 19.5%
96.80 litres
60.92 litres
94.70 litres
75.71 litres
79.86 litres
120.39 litres
82.95 litres
130.76 litres
83.42 litres
129.59 litres
82.59 litres
105.81 litres
83.19 litres
NA
+ 73.7%
66.71 litres
4.93 litres
66.53 litres
5.09 litres
~
65.96 litres
65.82 litres
5.94 litres I 6.33 litres
10.70 litres
11.00 litres
89.76 litres
90.52 litres
100.59 litres I
NA
64.64 litres
63.24 litres
NA
NA
- 18.3%
- 23.1%
+ 28.1%
+ 3.0%
+ 79.3%
- 16.9%
---
- 14.7%

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