There’s something about a red barn on the horizon that stops us in our tracks. Even in today’s world of steel sheds and GPS-guided...

When you think of a food truck, your mind probably goes to sizzling street food, colourful menus, and the excitement of trying something...

Few desserts are as uniquely Canadian as the Nanaimo Bar — a no-bake treat made of three distinct layers: a crumbly base of chocolate,...

From the dawn of human civilization, food has been more than nourishment. It has been a symbol of gratitude, reverence, and connection...

Picnics are more than just eating outdoors — they are a celebration of food, land, and community. From their origins in Europe to their...

Blueberries may be a staple in muffins, smoothies, and breakfast bowls today, but their story stretches back thousands of years. These...

We recently uncovered a gem from Alberta’s agricultural past—a 1957 booklet titled Farming in Alberta.  This little piece of history...

Sweet, crunchy, and straight from the field—nothing says summer like farm-fresh Alberta corn. Whether you enjoy it boiled, grilled, or...

Germination is the first stage of plant growth, where the seed sprouts through the seed coat. For this to happen, seeds need certain...

The semester is here, the lesson plans are piling up, and your to-do list already feels longer than harvest season. If you’ve been tasked...

Bloom’s Taxonomy is a framework that organizes learning into six levels, from foundational recall to higher-order thinking skills. In agriculture education, using these levels can help you scaffold lessons, guide questioning, and design activities that move students from knowing about agriculture to doing something with that knowledge.

Ice breakers can be a fun way to engage students and get them excited about learning, especially if the theme is related to farming. Here...

Did you know that potatoes are Alberta’s largest vegetable crop? These humble tubers are more than just a dinner table staple—they’re an...

When you think of Alberta, vast prairies and open grasslands often come to mind. These landscapes are more than just beautiful—they play...

Every time you drive past a field in Alberta, you’re passing by more than just plants in the ground. You’re seeing the start of your food...

When applied to agriculture, blended learning offers an exciting opportunity to make lessons more engaging, relevant, and hands-on for students of all ages.

Nothing says summer quite like a scoop of ice cream on a hot day. But have you ever stopped to think about how that creamy treat makes its way from the farm to your cone? Behind every delicious bite is a fascinating process that connects Alberta’s dairy farms, local creameries, and the people who love creating something sweet.

Summer: The Perfect Season to Taste, Explore, and Connect Farm to Fork.

Throughout history, agriculture has been the foundation of human survival. It is no surprise that many ancient civilizations honoured...

Introduction: What Was the Spice Trade? The spice trade  was a network of maritime and overland routes that, for centuries, moved spices...