Regional planning council outlines long term framework for water and land use
The South Saskatchewan Region council discusses a 50 year framework focused on water efficiency of at least 30 percent, protecting water sources, conservation capable lands, and balancing agriculture energy forestry recreation and tourism with development. Sekura notes process delays and potential periodic reviews. The region holds 45 percent of Alberta’s population and includes Calgary.
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Quality of 2010 2011 crop discussed by CWB chief
CWB president Ian White reviews the 2010 11 crop year noting 4.8 billion dollars returned to farmers and exports of 18.8 million tonnes of wheat durum and barley. He cites lower world prices, strong marketing, and high quality in 2009 10 with 78 percent of wheat grades one or two.
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