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Certified Seed Exclusive Source of the Best Varieties The specifications for freedom from diseases, weeds and other crop seeds spelled out in the Canada Seeds Act (CSA). provide an over- ing case in favour of ‘growing Certified.’ However, it is the genetic purity of Certified Seed that is of ut- most benefit to successful crop production. It is well known that cer- tain varieties perform sub- ’ Btantially better in some geographic areas than in others. Plant’ breeders latest. ‘generation’ of crop varieties have - in many cases — been ‘tailor-made’ for specific regions. The importance of varietal purity becomés obvious during a review of literature describing the newest wheat and barley cultivars. In most instances, recommended areas of production: are specified in the variety Certified Seed is the only assured source of seed that is true to the genetics built into that variety by the breeder. In areas where- certain to infection is essential. Breeders have also ‘built’ fident. that the crop being planted will carry those genetic traits -that set the odds in favour of high production in their area(s). guarantee of purity. Harvest is hardly the time to find out that the seed purchased from the neighbour wasn’t true to its supposed variety! Use of non-Certified seed can be particularly ‘costly! For example, there have been instances where growers seed which was subsequently determined to be from an annual cultivar, intended for production in more southerly latitudes. The farmers were shocked to find their freshly- seeded alfalfa stands com- pletely killed-out after the first. winter. Once again, use of Certified Seed from a proven, hardy variety could have prevented this setback. Exacting Standards The mechanism for en- suring that all Certified Seed is true to its Pedigree is the Canada Seeds Act and Regulations. ting i stages of multiplication, Land used for production of Certified Seed must meet precise requirements with respect to previous crops and isolation. The seed used must be of a class eligible to produce an_ additional seeds are many things Above all else, they are a way of surival of their species. They are a way by which embryonic life can almost be suspended and then revived to new development, even years at- ter the parents are dead and gone. Seed protects and sustain life. They are a way by which embryonic life can be almost Seeds protect and sustain life. They are highly organized fortresses, well stocked with special supplies of food against long siege. Seeds are vehicles for the spread of new life from place to place by the elements and by animals and people. Seeds are food for man and. animals and other living Seeds are a source of won- der. They are objects of ear- nest inquiry in man’s ceaseless search for under- standing of living things. Seeds of unwanted kinds are as enemies; they are a source of trouble, structures - has a bearing on their main purpose, to insure continuing life. Seeds are containers of embryonic plants, the embryos of a new generation. 1961-.U.S:D.A. yearbook, seed crop is inspected prior to harvest by Agriculture Canada’s Plant Health and Plant Products Division per- sonnel. The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA) will not issue a Crop Certificate until the Association determines -- prevent contamination from different varieties of kinds of seed. Different kinds, varieties, and classes nf seed obviously must be kept ' separate in storage. Seed processing involves cleaning to remove small the-art’. The rigid standards of the Seeds Act have helped Canadian Certified Seed establish an unsurpassed worldwide reputation for quality and purity. The in- spection and documentation that control each step in the Certified Seed production process assure buyers that they will be receiving top quality in a known crop variety. Canadian agricultural research continues to provide farmers with the best in new crop varieties: The lastest varietal intreductions reflect Page 3 plant breeder's efforts to achieve ever-higher yields. dability and drought toleran- variety in its main area(s) of adaptation. Insist on Certified Seed for your 1986 plantings! It’s your exclusive source of the latest and best crop produc- of farmers. office: TSN 3Y9 NOTICE FARMERS/RANCHERS ALBERTA FARM WATER GRANT PROGRAM - Ifyou have constructed a water transmission line for household or livestock use since April 1, 1985 or if you are planning to. con- Struct a line in the near future, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Alberta Farm Water Grant Program. The program is designed to assist bona fide farmers and ran- chers with the cost of piping water from a source over 500 feet to a first point of use for livestock or domestic Purposes. Owners of projects which meet program eligibility criteria will receive a grant of 75 percent of approved costs. Applications may be made by an individual farmer or by agroup Further information and application forms are available from the following address or your local Aiberta Agriculture district UTILITIES Municipal Utilities Division 2nd Floor, Westcor Butltding 12323 Stony Plain Road Edmonton, Alberta Telephone (403) 422-4591 or For information on toll-free calling, check your local telephone directory under the heading ‘Government of Alberta’ ses. Celebrate Agriculture Week — JOIN IN SALUTING OUR ~AGRICULTURE STRY INDU Alberta Agriculture joins in saying thank you to the dedicated people in our agriculture industry. Particularly our hard-working, innovative farm men and women... the backbone of the industry. Thanks to your productivity and dedication we all enjoy a better lifestyle. Abeta March 9-15
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