Alberta’s three largest crop commissions, Alberta Canola, Alberta Grains and Alberta Pulse Growers, have launched a new mobile app for Alberta’s Crop Protection Guide, better known as the Blue Book, giving farmers and agronomists convenient, on the go access to crop protection guidance.
Developed collaboratively by the three commissions, the Blue Book app is now available for download on Apple and Android devices. This launch follows feedback gathered in 2024, when producers and agronomists identified a growing need for a mobile-friendly version of the long-standing resource.
“This app is about putting practical, science-based information directly into the hands of farmers and agronomists when and where they need it,” said Alberta Grains Chair Scott Jespersen. “The Blue Book has been a trusted resource for decades and this next step ensures it continues to support informed decision-making on farms across Alberta.”
The Blue Book has supported Alberta farmers since 1977, offering guidance on pesticide application, product selection and farm safety. The new app builds on that foundation by improving accessibility while maintaining the reliability users expect.
“The Blue Book has evolved with the needs of farmers for nearly five decades, and this app is the next step in that evolution,” said Alberta Canola Chair Andre Harpe. “Moving to a digital format makes it even faster and easier for users to access important crop protection guidance in the field or on the go.”
At its core, the app features a comprehensive product database. It includes information on more than 700 registered crop protection products, including active ingredients, application details and direct links to product labels. Advanced search and filtering tools allow users to identify products based on pest, crop, product name or active ingredient.
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