Profile Of Production Trends And Environmental Issues In Canada S Agriculture And Agri Food Sector

Author : Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Political Science
ISBN : MINN:31951D015778992

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Profile of Production Trends and Environmental Issues in Canada's Agriculture and Agri-food Sector by Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

This document provides an assessment of the economics and production of the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector, examining the primary production of plant and animal commodities, the food and beverage processing industry, and changes in agricultural land use. It also gives a detailed profile of the environmental issues pertinent to the sector, examining issues such as water quality and use, agricultural inputs, and land. Examples of ways to address these issues are also identified. The assessment focuses on the environmental impacts and risks from agricultural and agri-food production. Trends in the sector are analyzed for 1971-1991, with updates from 1991 provided where possible. The document concludes with an qualitative environmental outlook for the sector on a regional basis.

Author : Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : MINN:31951D015779007

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Agriculture in Harmony with Nature by Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

The strategy presented in this paper is intended to provide decision makers in the agriculture and agri-food sector with useful tools and information to help make the sector's environmental performance a factor that enhances its growth prospects rather than limits them. The strategy follows four directions: improving the capacity of decision makers to integrate environmental considerations in daily management on a proactive basis; promotion of stewardship and sustainable use of the environment and agricultural resource base; focusing of research, development, and technology transfer to address environmental challenges and foster sustainability in the sector; and encouragement of marketing and trade that promote environmental quality and sustainability. For each strategic direction, priorities for action are described. Includes glossary and a profile of Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada.

Author : Barbara Chunn,Alexandre Lefebvre,Warren Eilers,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : MINN:31951D02339272U

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Environmental Sustainability of Canadian Agriculture by Barbara Chunn,Alexandre Lefebvre,Warren Eilers,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

This is the second report on national agro-environmental indicators, with the objective of providing information on the extent to which the agri-food sector uses environmentally sound practices, on the changes in environmental conditions & trends in agriculture over time, and on the areas & resources that are at significant environmental risk. Section A gives background on this study, including the concepts & methods used and the driving forces that affect environmental & other trends in agriculture. The next sections present & discuss the agro-environmental indicators related to farm management, soil quality, water quality, air quality, agro-ecosystem biodiversity, and eco-efficiency in the food & beverage industry. For each indicator, information is included on the environmental issue related to the indicator, the indicator & its method of calculation, its limitations, results of estimating the indicator for Canada, interpretations of the significance of those results, and response options. The final section summarizes the indicator findings on a regional basis, presents overall conclusions, and suggests ways in which the report can be used. A glossary is appended.

Author : Dr. Marvin S. Anderson
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781525554865

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Canadian Agriculture in the 21st Century by Dr. Marvin S. Anderson Pdf

The Canadian Farming Community is facing numerous ongoing challenges, including rapidly changing technologies, the gradual erosion of the rural lifestyle, growing consumer concerns about the healthiness of food, and growing environmental concerns (including climate change). This book begins with an historic overview of agriculture in Canada, followed by a statistical profile of the contemporary Canadian farm/ranch, supporting agri-industrial complex, and the innumerable farm organizations in Canada. The vital role of international trade and government support in the evolution of Canadian agriculture is also highlighted. Resource management issues and related “hot button” issues (e.g. climate change, GMO’s) are also addressed in considerable detail. In addition, Dr. Anderson identifies the likely trends in Canadian agriculture in the immediate years ahead. Emphasizing the diversity, complexity, strength and vitality of the agricultural sector, Canadian Agriculture in the 21st Century ultimately highlights how it effectively molds and remains integral to the socioeconomic fabric of both rural and urban Canada. An underlying theme is the importance of having Canadian agriculture become increasingly ecofriendly in the challenging years ahead, particularly the need to gradually adopt more sustainable, regenerative (organic) technologies and the need to more pro-actively serve as a vital CO2 sink in climate change mitigation. Dr. Anderson also suggests that the public should financially compensate farmers/ ranchers for protecting environmental amenities that accrue to everyone. A complimentary theme is the need for Canadian agriculture to become increasingly sensitive to consumer concerns, particularly with respect to rigorous health standards, animal welfare, and sustainable resource management.

Author : Warren Eilers
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Agricultural ecology
ISBN : 1100155767

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Environmental Sustainability of Canadian Agriculture by Warren Eilers Pdf

Agricultural decision makers at all levels require good quality information to address complex economic and environmental issues. In response, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has developed a set of science-based agri-environmental indicators that integrate information on soils, climate and topography with statistics on land use and crop and livestock management practices. The indicators provide valuable information on the overall environmental risks and conditions in agriculture and how these change over time. The indices are presented here to draw broad, national-level observations on the status and trends of agrienvironmental sustainability of the agriculture and agri-food sector. The regional variations are more explicitly discussed in the body of the report. This publication can be used as a report card of agri-environmental performance for producers, consumers and the international community and can be used to highlight areas where further efforts are required. It can also provide valuable information that decision makers can draw from when developing and evaluating agricultural policy.--Document.

Author : Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Agriculture et agroalimentaire Canada
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Agricultural ecology
ISBN : UIUC:30112107748698

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National Environment Strategy for Agriculture and Agri-food by Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

This document is intended to continue to move the sector towards environmental sustainability. A strategic approach to the environmental challenges confronting the sector is suggested. This approach is based on the fact that challenges vary from region to region, with the solutions generally found at the local level. Lastly, recommendations are listed for the Federal and Provincial Ministers of Agriculture. These recommendations provide a basis for future activities addressing environmental sustainability.

Author : D. R. Coote,L. J. Gregorich,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch
Publisher : Research Branch Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCLA:L0081538902

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The Health of Our Water by D. R. Coote,L. J. Gregorich,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch Pdf

Using a variety of research findings and case studies, this publication provides a broad picture of water quality and quantity in Canada as they are affected by agriculture and as they affect agriculture itself. The first part contains background on the water cycle, water supplies in Canada, agriculture & other rural uses of water, and issues related to water quality. The second part describes what is currently known about the health of Canada's rural surface water and groundwater, and the implications for natural ecosystems. The third part describes responses to the various issues of water quality & quantity, citing farming practices and regulatory tools, among other measures. The final part discusses how the growth of agriculture may be limited by issues related to water and how the future might proceed. Includes glossary.

Author : L. J. Gregorich,Terence McRae,C. A. Scott Smith,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Agricultural ecology
ISBN : 0662284917

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Environmental Sustainability of Canadian Agriculture by L. J. Gregorich,Terence McRae,C. A. Scott Smith,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

Author : Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UIUC:30112070817165

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Sustainable Agriculture by Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Pdf

This report presents Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's third sustainable development strategy (SDS), aimed at supporting sustainable agriculture - producing and processing agricultural products in a way that can be carried out over the long term, in a manner that supports or enhances the high quality of life we enjoy in Canada today. The SDS aligns with the federal government's work thus far to develop a vision of a sustainable Canada, supports areas for sustainable development action, and describes horizontal action to cooperate with other departments on shared interests. The Department also commits to greening its own operations.

Author : Ellen Wall,Barry Smit,Johanna Wandel
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780774840200

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Farming in a Changing Climate by Ellen Wall,Barry Smit,Johanna Wandel Pdf

In farming systems across Canada, effective risk management is necessary to deal with drought, flooding, and extreme weather, and to adapt to altered climate and weather conditions. Unfortunately, climate change risks and opportunities are not always well understood among researchers and policy makers in the Canadian agri-food sector. This book addresses that gap by providing a wide-ranging synopsis of what climate change means for Canadian agriculture, exploring different approaches to the topic, and presenting examples of current research. It covers all agricultural regions and a wide variety of commodity production and farming systems. This comprehensive survey synthesizes twenty years of research on climate change and Canadian agriculture.

Author : Dr Marvin S Anderson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1525554840

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Canadian Agriculture in the 21st Century by Dr Marvin S Anderson Pdf

The Canadian Farming Community is facing numerous ongoing challenges, including rapidly changing technologies, the gradual erosion of the rural lifestyle, growing consumer concerns about the healthiness of food, and growing environmental concerns (including climate change). This book begins with an historic overview of agriculture in Canada, followed by a statistical profile of the contemporary Canadian farm/ranch, supporting agri-industrial complex, and the innumerable farm organizations in Canada. The vital role of international trade and government support in the evolution of Canadian agriculture is also highlighted. Resource management issues and related "hot button" issues (e.g. climate change, GMO's) are also addressed in considerable detail. In addition, Dr. Anderson identifies the likely trends in Canadian agriculture in the immediate years ahead. Emphasizing the diversity, complexity, strength and vitality of the agricultural sector, Canadian Agriculture in the 21st Century ultimately highlights how it effectively molds and remains integral to the socioeconomic fabric of both rural and urban Canada. An underlying theme is the importance of having Canadian agriculture become increasingly ecofriendly in the challenging years ahead, particularly the need to gradually adopt more sustainable, regenerative (organic) technologies and the need to more pro-actively serve as a vital CO2 sink in climate change mitigation. Dr. Anderson also suggests that the public should financially compensate farmers/ ranchers for protecting environmental amenities that accrue to everyone. A complimentary theme is the need for Canadian agriculture to become increasingly sensitive to consumer concerns, particularly with respect to rigorous health standards, animal welfare, and sustainable resource management....

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264238541

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OECD Food and Agricultural Reviews Innovation, Agricultural Productivity and Sustainability in Canada by OECD Pdf

The Canadian food and agriculture sector is for the most part competitive and export-oriented: although challenges and opportunities vary significantly between regions, primary agriculture benefits from an abundance of natural resources and faces limited environmental constraints.

Author : The Expert Panel on Sustainable Management of Water in the Agricultural Landscapes of Canada
Publisher : Council of CanadianAcademies
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781926558561

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Water and Agriculture in Canada: Towards Sustainable Management of Water Resources by The Expert Panel on Sustainable Management of Water in the Agricultural Landscapes of Canada Pdf

Water and agriculture in canada: toWards sustainable ManageMent of Water resources The Expert Panel on Sustainable Management of Water in the Agricultural Landscapes of Canada Science Advice in the Public Interest Water and agriculture in canada: toWards sustainable ManageMent of Water resources The Expert Panel on Sustainable Management of Water in the Agricultural Landscapes of Canada ii Water a [...] The result embodies the Panel's collective insights and judgment, and an undertaking of. [...] Within Canada, significant risks and uncertainties include agriculture's impact on water quantity and water quality; the agricultural sector's access to water, land, and other resources; and how the sector can meet the challenges posed by climate change and other developments. [...] Canada (the Panel) gathered and analyzed evidence pertaining to areas such as Canada's water resources, water futures for agriculture and other industries, agriculture and the environment, Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) from Canada and other countries, trends in technology and innovation, Executive Summary xi public policy frameworks and economic instruments, and communication and stakehol [...] BMPs and the potential for conservation agriculture and ecosystems services approaches to the management of.

Author : Rod MacRae,Elisabeth Abergel
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780774822701

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Health and Sustainability in the Canadian Food System by Rod MacRae,Elisabeth Abergel Pdf

Civil society organizations are among the most vociferous critics of the modern food system. Yet even after decades of campaigns, governments have largely failed to address health and sustainability issues in an effective way. This volume showcases the research of experts from multiple disciplines who argue that solutions lie not just in lobbying elected officials but in initiatives at the subparliamentary level. Real change will come, they argue, when advocacy groups develop strategies sophisticated enough to counter the forces aligned against them: a powerful business lobby, lack of political will, and a dearth of government mechanisms to deal with issues that cut across departmental mandates.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Canadian Museum of Civilization/Musee Canadien Des Civilisations
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Agricultural industries
ISBN : 1100171711

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An Overview of the Canadian Agriculture and Agri-Food System 2011 by Anonim Pdf