This learning module introduces students to conservation agriculture practices and their importance in responding to climate and weather...

Food safety is a responsibility for all. Consider where you get your food. When you buy an apple from a grocery store, first you run it...

Farmers make about fifty key decisions every cropping season. These choices are vital to the efficiency of the farm, and one poor...

Biodynamic agriculture is a form of alternative farming that brings many traditional, eco-friendly, and holistic farming strategies into...

For many years, horses have been beloved companions of humans. Initially work or war animals, horses have now evolved and been bred for a...

Canada is home to 1.29 million km3 of wetlands, which is nearly one-quarter of the world’s supply.(1) These wetlands provide homes to...

In the search for more sustainable methods of food production, reducing the carbon footprint while also increasing the amount of food we...

As long as humans have traded together, food markets have flourished. The earliest markets were established in ancient Persia and spread...

Are you creative, innovative and passionate about agriculture education? Are you a teacher looking for a new opportunity?  If so,...

Holiday meals around the world: Roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings (Canada) Roasted turkeys, often adorned with decorative paper...

Looking for a creative way to entertain the kids during holiday prep? Or maybe you just need a moment to finish setting up dinner? We've...

Get ready for a rootin’-tootin’ holiday activity! Saddle up and colour your very own Cowboy and Cowgirl Christmas  scenes. 🖍️ Print them...

Looking for a farm-fresh holiday treat that’s berry fun for the kids? 🍓🎅 Try making adorable Strawberry Santas! 🎄 Check out the full...

Santa's Tractor Adventure. Print out and colour.

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!...

Try making these adorable Christmas tree ornaments with the kids. It's fun, easy and you only need a few materials to get started!...

As December arrives, calendars flip, the 25th is circled, and Christmas decorations are dug out of storage. One of these decorations, the...

Typically served with a side of mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce, turkey is usually the main star of Christmas dinner. Many...

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...

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...

Decorating for the holidays? Need a fun art project for the classroom? Check out these fun Christmas crafts! Find the tutorials in the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Bring real-world agriculture into your classroom with these engaging lesson ideas centred on Canadian Canola! 🇨🇦🌾 🔍 Students will...

As we approach Truth and Reconciliation week and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we want to acknowledge and honour the...

Take your students on an outdoor scavenger hunt unlocking nature's hidden treasures. Get ready for a hands-on scientific adventure where...

Fall into Fun with Our Kid-Friendly Fall Activity Book! Calling all little explorers! Get ready for a fantastic autumn adventure with our...

Just in time for harvest season, download our pumpkin colouring sheets and let your creativity flow! Download: Download:

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...

Building a multi-generational beef cattle operation As fourth generation beef cattle operators, husband and wife duo Nanita Blomquist and...

Are you creative, innovative and passionate about agriculture? Are you a teacher looking for a new opportunity? If so, Agriculture for...

Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, precision farming—innovations in agriculture help farmers save money, grow more crops to feed the...

Since 1924, the New York Hutterite Colony have been spearheading the way for egg production. Levi Hofer tells us about the colony's history.

How it's Transforming Our Future 🌍 Did you know that sustainable agriculture isn't just about growing food? It's a powerful tool for...

For over 50 years, Foothills Creamery has been serving Western Canada with delicious butter, ice cream, soft serve, and more. These dairy...

No-till farming has been found to restore soil quality and assist farmers in maintaining healthy crops, but how does it tie in with...

Our Summer AG-TIVITY Book is here! Loaded with fun facts, activities, puzzles and recipes - this book is sure to keep future farmers...

In April, we celebrated Poetry Month by encouraging youth to share their love for farms, animals and nature in a poem. Check out the...

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...

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...

National Sun Safety Awareness Week takes place from May 6th to May 12th, 2024. But, sun safety should always be a priority. Keep...

Imagine an object that helps mitigate climate change, protect wildlife, conserve water, and provide benefits to farmers. You might...

Biodiversity is a word that gets tossed around a fair amount in discussions about the environment. Generally, it is defined as the...

Raising generations of grit and growth—how the Marshall family’s exemplary values helped build a strong agricultural business. When it...

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 is April 22! Explore a variety of activities, experiments, videos and educational publications perfect for students of all...

Old West Style. Modern Cowgirl. Nestled in the fields of Linden, Alberta, a quaint workshop sits full of rolls of leather, cutting...

When John Palliser arrived in Alberta about 165 years ago to research the land’s agriculture potential, he came to a troubling...