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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 any indication, we can expect extra icy conditions. “Over the last five years, we’ve been having incredible freeze-thaw cycles,” observes Dr. Don Voaklander, director with the U of A’s Injury Prevention Centre. “This can be really dangerous. We ...
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 initially an aesthetic choice, though the contrast of a red barn against a sunshine-yellow canola crop or a snow-covered field is certainly beautiful. Rather, red was chosen by early European settlers for its functionality, and it is because of tradit...
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 marks the beginning of their growing season and crop farmers prepare for seeding. When the crops are fully grown, usually in the fall, farmers head straight into the harvest season! What do farmers get up to once the harvest season ends and that ...
November is Canadian Career Month—a time to explore future possibilities, especially in the world of agriculture. The industry touches every part of our lives—feeding families, supporting communities, and driving the economy. With 1 in 9 Canadian jobs connected to the agriculture and agri-food industry, students of all talents and passions can find a career here. Show students h...
In today’s classrooms, the call to help students understand their role in building a more sustainable future has never been louder....
