Why Are Barns Red?
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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!
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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..
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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...
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- Dec 13, 2021
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Cover Crops and Climate Change
Cover crops are a common strategy that farmers use to keep their soil healthy. This practice has many benefits, including maintaining...
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agforlife
- Dec 10, 2021
- 2 min
Alternative Agriculture: Vertical Farms
The world has an ever-increasing population, and sustainability is one of the largest challenges we face today. Currently, the...
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agforlife
- Dec 5, 2021
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World Soil Day 2021: Taking care of our invisible ecosystem
To the naked eye, it looks like there’s not much going on when it comes to soil. But beneath our feet there is an unseen interplay...
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agforlife
- Dec 3, 2021
- 1 min
Farm Animal Wooden Spoons
Make your own fun farm friends! It’s time to get crafty in the kitchen! Try this farm animal themed craft to turn your basic set of...
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agforlife
- Dec 2, 2021
- 1 min
Holiday Pig Colouring Page
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agforlife
- Dec 2, 2021
- 1 min
Reindeer Hand-Tracing Craft
This reindeer decoration will make any room look more festive! Add it to the tree, display it on a shelf, or gift it to a loved one! Use...
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Spot the Difference Farm Fun
There are 10 things different between the two images below, can you find them? Print the image and then circle the differences. Check to...
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Gingerbread Cookies for Santa
Be sure to leave Santa some tasty treats the night before Christmas! These gingerbread cookies are simple yet sure to please, even Santa!
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Marshmallow Hot Chocolate Buddy
A cup of hot cocoa is great for those cold winter days, but it's much better with a buddy! This marshmallow hot chocolate buddy is a...
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 0 min
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Rice Wreath Craft
Try making a wreath ornament out of rice and glue! Follow the directions below.
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Zesty Cranberry Muffins
With their sweet-and-tart flavour and ooey-and-gooey texture, these cranberry muffins are easy to love and easy to make! Can you say...
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
DIY Christmas Garland
Make your own holiday garland with cranberries and popcorn. It's super fun and easy to make, just follow the directions below! Materials...
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Kid-Fiendly Cranberry Drink
The easiest cranberry spritzer drink that's perfect for the holidays! It's kid-friendly and family-tested. Try it today!
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agforlife
- Nov 30, 2021
- 1 min
Christmas Maze Game
Print off the maze game below and help the rest of the farm animals find their way to the Christmas tree. Don't forget to take a picture...
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agforlife
- Nov 29, 2021
- 1 min
Holiday Activity Sheet
Here is a great holiday activity sheet for you and the family—it has everything from paint-by-numbers to connect the dots!
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agforlife
- Nov 29, 2021
- 1 min
Pinecone Christmas Tree
What do you see when you look at a pinecone? A miniature Christmas tree! What’s great about this craft is that you can find just waltz...
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agforlife
- Nov 29, 2021
- 1 min
Snowman DIY Ornament
This adorable snowman ornament craft is a simple and fun activity for you and your family over the holiday break. What’s great about...
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agforlife
- Nov 29, 2021
- 1 min
Reindeer Colouring Sheet
You know Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Vixen—well, you know the lyrics! Here is a reindeer colouring sheet to enjoy over the...
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