Is Santa Claus a Farmer?
You may not find Santa selling fruits and vegetables at a farmers’ market, but he sure does have all the skills necessary to be a farmer!...
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DIY Christmas Ornaments
Try making these adorable Christmas tree ornaments with the kids. It's fun, easy and you only need a few materials to get started!...
The History of the Christmas Wreath
As December arrives, calendars flip, the 25th is circled, and Christmas decorations are dug out of storage. One of these decorations, the...
Why Do We Eat Turkey at Christmas?
Typically served with a side of mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce, turkey is usually the main star of Christmas dinner. Many...
Christmas Activity Sheet
With Christmas break just around the corner, there's plenty of time to spend time with family and friends. A great way to spend it is...
Fun Christmas Activities for Youth
We have put together a list of fun and festive Christmas activities for parents and teachers to try with the kids. From farm-themed...
How Do Bees Survive in Winter?
Honey bees don't hibernate or migrate, so how do they stay alive in the winter? Basically, by cuddling. The bees in a hive form what is...
Christmas Crafts!
Decorating for the holidays? Need a fun art project for the classroom? Check out these fun Christmas crafts! Find the tutorials in the...
Wintertime for Farmers
What happens on the farm during the winter? For most farmers, the busiest times of the year are during the spring and fall. The spring...
Winter Hazard Prep 101
It’s all about awareness, planning and communication. By Natalie Noble for Ag for Life Old Man Winter is back and if previous years are...
Why Are Barns Red?
Red barns are a hallmark of Alberta’s landscape, nearly as ubiquitous as the fields they’re built on. The iconic red paint wasn’t...
Visit an Alberta Pumpkin Patch - Virtual Farm Tour
It's harvest season, and a great time to connect students to pumpkins, plants and growth cycles. In this virtual farm tour, Ag for Life...
In the News: Canadian Canola
Bring real-world agriculture into your classroom with these engaging lesson ideas centred on Canadian Canola! 🇨🇦🌾 🔍 Students will...
Truth and Reconciliation Week Classroom Activities
As we approach Truth and Reconciliation week and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we want to acknowledge and honour the...
Seedy Scavenger Hunt
Take your students on an outdoor scavenger hunt unlocking nature's hidden treasures. Get ready for a hands-on scientific adventure where...
Fall Ag-tivity Book
Fall into Fun with Our Kid-Friendly Fall Activity Book! Calling all little explorers! Get ready for a fantastic autumn adventure with our...
Pumpkin Colouring Sheets
Just in time for harvest season, download our pumpkin colouring sheets and let your creativity flow! Download: Download:
Farm Families: Lazy M Bar Ranch
In the heart of Alberta’s cattle country, lies Lazy M Bar Ranch. Terri and Brad Mappin lead a life deeply rooted in agriculture as the...
Farm Families: Blomquist/Cook
Building a multi-generational beef cattle operation As fourth generation beef cattle operators, husband and wife duo Nanita Blomquist and...
Job Posting - Education Facilitator
Are you creative, innovative and passionate about agriculture? Are you a teacher looking for a new opportunity? If so, Agriculture for...
Drones are Changing Agriculture in Canada—and Around the World
Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, precision farming—innovations in agriculture help farmers save money, grow more crops to feed the...
Farm Families: The New York Hutterite Colony
Since 1924, the New York Hutterite Colony have been spearheading the way for egg production. Levi Hofer tells us about the colony's history.
🌱 Embracing Sustainable Agriculture
How it's Transforming Our Future 🌍 Did you know that sustainable agriculture isn't just about growing food? It's a powerful tool for...
Foothills Creamery
For over 50 years, Foothills Creamery has been serving Western Canada with delicious butter, ice cream, soft serve, and more. These dairy...
What is No-Till Farming?
No-till farming has been found to restore soil quality and assist farmers in maintaining healthy crops, but how does it tie in with...
Summer Ag-tivity Book
Our Summer AG-TIVITY Book is here! Loaded with fun facts, activities, puzzles and recipes - this book is sure to keep future farmers...
Joy of Agriculture Poems
In April, we celebrated Poetry Month by encouraging youth to share their love for farms, animals and nature in a poem. Check out the...
What is Soil?
Soil is the foundation for all life and every farm needs good, fertile soil to produce healthy crops. While soil only covers 10% of our...
Reducing Greenhouse Gases: Revolutionary Change in the Cattle Industry
The carbon cycle is a necessary part of organic life on our planet and plays a very delicate role in our everyday lives. The carbon cycle...
Sun Safety
National Sun Safety Awareness Week takes place from May 6th to May 12th, 2024. But, sun safety should always be a priority. Keep...
For Many Agriculture Issues, Trees are the Solution
Imagine an object that helps mitigate climate change, protect wildlife, conserve water, and provide benefits to farmers. You might...
Why is Biodiversity Important?
Biodiversity is a word that gets tossed around a fair amount in discussions about the environment. Generally, it is defined as the...
Farm Families: The Marshall Family
Raising generations of grit and growth—how the Marshall family’s exemplary values helped build a strong agricultural business. When it...
The History of Farm Dogs
Dogs aren’t just adorable fluffy companions—they are also loyal and hardworking which makes them a perfect partner for farmers. But long...
Earth Day Activities and Learning
Earth Day is April 22! Explore a variety of activities, experiments, videos and educational publications perfect for students of all...
Paige Leather
Old West Style. Modern Cowgirl. Nestled in the fields of Linden, Alberta, a quaint workshop sits full of rolls of leather, cutting...
How Irrigation Transformed Alberta Farming
When John Palliser arrived in Alberta about 165 years ago to research the land’s agriculture potential, he came to a troubling...
The Digital Revolution
The History of Agriculture Practices in North America (1994–Present). Feeding more people while conserving resources for future...
Canada Food Freedom Day 2024
February 9 is Canada’s Food Freedom Day for 2024—falling on the same day as last year. Agriculture producers put a great deal of time and...
World Wetlands Day — Restoring the kidneys of the Earth
Every year on February 2nd, people celebrate World Wetlands Day. The day is dedicated to bringing global awareness around the importance...
Groundhog Day: The Original Meteorologist
Before weather forecasting technology, we relied on the emergence of a particular rodent to let us know if winter was over. But how did the
Rural Routes: Taber
There’s a common saying that goes around Taber, often said by the townsfolk and the Mayor himself. “If you can't grow it in Taber, you...
Grocery landscape in Alberta and Canada
As the primary food source for many consumers, and the primary sales outlet for many producers and processors, the grocery sector plays a...
The Farm Operator Gender Pay Gap is Narrowing
Results from the Agriculture–Population Linkage (this linkage combines data from the Census of Agriculture with the Census of Population)...
MONITOR: Canadian Drought Conditions
How does drought affect agriculture and the production of food? Investigate the current drought conditions across Canada by referring to...
MAPPED: Where does our Food Come From?
Did you know that over two-thirds of national crops originated from somewhere else? Humans have been selecting and growing crops for...
TIMELINE: The Domestication of Animals
Humans domesticate animals for a number of reasons: some have been domesticated for food, work, companionship, or a combination of all...
#AGeducation
Teaching students about the origins of their food not only contributes to their nutritional awareness but also cultivates a broader...
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