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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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What is Food Loss and Waste?
Food loss and waste (FLW) is closely linked with the rise of globalization and industrialization. As the journey from farm to table...
agforlife
Feb 2, 20213 min read
Cattle 101
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Feb 1, 20211 min read
Farm Families: Origin Malting Brewing Company and Hilton Ventures
Multi-generational family farm keeps it local and sustainable, from grain to glass What’s unique about Origin Malting and Brewing is that...
agforlife
Jan 31, 20214 min read
Be part of the conversation- Bell Let’s Talk Day
This Thursday, January 28th, join the conversation on the Bell Let’s Talk Day! Advocacy and awareness efforts are some of the ways we can...
agforlife
Jan 28, 20213 min read
A Globalized Food Value Chain with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois
To say that a year like 2020 was an exciting time in the agri-food industry is a huge understatement. Just ask Dr. Sylvain Charlebois,...
agforlife
Jan 26, 20213 min read
Heart-Shaped Horse Craft
You make my heart gallop, Valentine! This simple craft uses construction paper to turn a heart into a horse. Materials: Scissors...
agforlife
Jan 26, 20211 min read
Creativity, play, childhood, and the developing brain
Creativity and play are a foundational building blocks in childhood. Children need plenty of opportunities for creative play and...
agforlife
Jan 25, 20213 min read
National Hot Sauce Day - January 22
Did you know that January 22 is National Hot Sauce Day? The use of hot sauce has been traced back thousands of years originating in South...
agforlife
Jan 22, 20212 min read
BBQ Roast Recipe
Don't let the cold weather stop you from enjoying the BBQ! There's nothing more delicious than a perfectly grilled (or smoked) BBQ roast!...
agforlife
Jan 21, 20211 min read
Colour Changing Flowers Activity
Want to see flowers change colour like magic? We have a trick for that--though it involves science, not magic! Try the activity below for...
agforlife
Jan 20, 20211 min read
Flying Pig Activity
I bet you never thought you'd see a pig fly. With this activity, you can (at least a paper one!), all while learning about Newton's Third...
agforlife
Jan 20, 20211 min read
Vision Board Creation - Examining your Personal Wellness.
What is wellness and why is it important? Wellness can be defined as an “active pursuit” associated with an individual’s choices,...
agforlife
Jan 20, 20213 min read
Love Bug Craft
Don't throw away your empty toilet paper rolls! They're a great craft resource and can make adorable crafts like these Valentine's...
agforlife
Jan 19, 20211 min read
Why does popcorn pop?
Lights…camera…action! Popcorn is a snack food star. But what is it, and why does it pop? Popcorn kernels come from a certain type of...
agforlife
Jan 19, 20211 min read
How to Draw Farm Animals
Practice your drawing skills with these guides!
agforlife
Jan 12, 20211 min read
Sheep Pom-Pom Craft
Did you know that most wool comes from sheep? Many hobbies use wool yarn to create something new! Knitters, crocheters, and weavers can...
agforlife
Jan 11, 20212 min read
2021 -A Season for Growth
As we welcome a new year, we are presented with an opportunity for a fresh start. Often times audacious “resolutions” build momentum in...
agforlife
Jan 11, 20213 min read
Why Does My Stomach Rumble When I am Hungry?
After eating, your stomach muscles contact to push food through the intestines. With an empty stomach, this still happens, but with...
agforlife
Jan 4, 20211 min read
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