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A blog dedicated to better understanding the food we eat and where it comes from. With everything from must-make recipes to myth busting to discovering awe-inspiring advances in science and technology...we got you covered!




A blog dedicated to better understanding the food we eat and where it comes from. With everything from must-make recipes to myth busting to discovering awe-inspiring advances in science and technology..
we got you covered!

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It's Strawberry Season
Jump into these farm-fresh activities and recipes perfect for kids, all featuring the incredibly tasty and healthy strawberry! #farmfresh...
agforlife
Jul 28, 20231 min read


Getting the most out of your groceries
When you head out for a grocery trip, you might notice that you’ll walk out with a hefty receipt! With food prices on the rise, we have some handy shopping tips for you. Whether it’s at the store or at home, there’s plenty of things you can do to get the most out of your groceries. What to do at the grocery store Make a list and stick to it This is a simple and easy one to do—chances are it’s something that you already do! Making a list of the essential food you need can hel
agforlife
Jun 30, 20234 min read


Sun Safety is Important!
As you and your family gear up for a fun-filled summer under the sun, let's make sure to prioritize sun safety. Here are some important tips to keep in mind. Download our SUN SAFETY infographic below.
agforlife
Jun 28, 20231 min read


Say Cheese!
Taking captivating food photography requires attention to detail and a focus on composition, lighting, and styling. Here are some pro...
agforlife
Jun 7, 20232 min read


It's not only the plants that are growing!
Kids gardening offers a range of benefits that contribute to their physical, mental, and emotional development. Here are some key...
agforlife
Jun 6, 20232 min read


Mother's Day Activities
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to show our appreciation for all the amazing moms and mother figures...
agforlife
May 10, 20232 min read


Find the Words.
The words below are associated with Sheep. Can you find them? Download Word Puzzle: Answer Key:
agforlife
Apr 23, 20231 min read


Goal Setting in the Garden
Garden Goal Setting for Kids: Cultivating Dreams and Green Thumbs! Goal setting in the garden is crucial for children because it teaches...
agforlife
Mar 28, 20231 min read


Faces of Agriculture: Vanessa Rosewood
Locally grown food is closer to home than you think. Vanessa Rosewood (formerly Hanel), owner and founder of Micro YYC, has been...
agforlife
Mar 8, 20234 min read


Build Your Own Hydroponic System!
Hydroponics is the practice of growing plants without using soil! Try growing lettuce, spinach, or basil this winter in your very own...
agforlife
Mar 3, 20232 min read


The Story of Food - Name that Onion
It's farm trivia time. Using each description, draw a line to the correct onion. Can you guess them all? Download The Story of Food -...
agforlife
Feb 26, 20231 min read


Ice Cream, You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream.
But how is it made? And what's the connection to agriculture? Take a tour with us through Foothills Creamery and see for yourself! You...
agforlife
Feb 19, 20231 min read


Faces of Agriculture: Alison Sunstrum
Meet Alison Sunstrum, our 5th feature in our Women in Agriculture series. With many global challenges ahead of us, from feeding a growing...
agforlife
Feb 11, 20235 min read


Faces of Agriculture: Dr. Natasha Kutryk
Growing up on a family cattle farm, Dr. Natasha Kutryk knew early in life that she wanted to pursue a career in agriculture. Accompanying...
agforlife
Feb 11, 20234 min read


Black History Month: John Ware’s Legacy
February marks Black History Month—a time of the year where Black history is remembered and celebrated. You probably heard a lot about Alberta’s famed Black cowboy, and today we’ll wrap up Black History Month by exploring his role in Alberta's agricultural history. In Alberta agriculture, Black settlers took up the offer to homestead in Alberta for a fee of ten dollars. Travelling from the United States to Canada, they settled to find respite from the continuous racial discri
agforlife
Feb 9, 20234 min read


YYC Beeswax
For Lisa Graham, the Queen Bee behind YYC Beeswax, starting a business around beeswax products wasn’t something she always planned on pursuing. “YYC Beeswax came about as a little bit of an accident. I was not really expecting to start a business,” Graham says. After volunteering for a beeswax candle-making session hosted by the women’s resource centre, Graham was itching to make more. She even went back for a second session, but there were no beeswax sheets left—and so she s
agforlife
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Valentine's Day Fun
Farm Fun Colouring Book For Kids Download Colouring Book:
agforlife
Jan 26, 20231 min read


Recycled Paper Folded Fish
Try this fun recycled paper folded fish craft with kids! You only need a few materials to get started and you can even use leftover...
agforlife
Jan 24, 20233 min read


The Story of Food - Beef
Explore The Story of Food and learn how beef makes it from farm to table. This special publication is tailored for Junior and Senior high...
agforlife
Dec 23, 20221 min read


Festive Cranberry Activities!
In Canada, most cranberries are grown in British Columbia and Quebec. They are bright red on the outside like strawberries and cherries,...
agforlife
Dec 7, 20221 min read
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