Animal Breeding
Just like dogs, there are purebreds and cross-breeds. And just like some dog owners choose different breeds for different reasons, farmers also choose different breeds of farm animals for different reasons.
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Water Management
Protecting water is essential for sustainable agriculture – meeting the growing demand for food production while protecting the natural resources on which the world depends.
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Aquaculture in Canada
Farming can also take place in tanks, ponds, lakes and ocean. Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms in fresh or salt water.
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Horticulture in Canada
Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. Over 120 different fruit and vegetable crops are commercially grown in Canada.
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Today’s Farm
Most farms today look very different than they did 50 years ago. What has stayed the same is the commitment to caring for the land, crops and animals.
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Organic Farming
Organic farmers aim to grow crops and raise livestock in ways that are sustainable and harmonious with the environment. They share many practices with non-organic farmers and also implement some uniquely organic practices.
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In Search of Essential Nutrients (Gr. 9-12)
In this lesson plan, students learn about essential elements found in soil. Students will compare and contrast the essential nutrient requirements of humans and plants and discover the sources of nutrients for plants. Developed by National Ag in the Classroom, this grade 9-12 resource is linked to curriculum outcomes.
Blue’s the Clue: Souring Milk for Science
This lab introduces students to the effect temperature has on reducing and controlling the growth of bacteria. Students will use conventionally pasteurized and ultra-high-temperature (UHT) milk to observe how different temperatures (hot, room temperature, cool, and freezing) affect the growth of spoilage bacteria. They will also learn about the importance of pasteurization in keeping food safe. Developed by National Ag in the Classroom, this grade 6-8 resource is linked to curriculum outcomes.