Feeding the World and Protecting the Environment
Learn about the role of fertilizer in federal regulations, best management practices, and sustainable agriculture.
Agricultural Resources
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ARABLE LAND:
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Amount Lost: (ha) *since Jan 1999
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Note: World population is complex. The United Nations says it is likely that our population reached eight billion in late 2022, but some algorithms from other credible sources like this counter have not reached eight billion yet.
Honey Bees
Bees are one of the reasons we have food and the only reason we have honey! Check out what the American Beekeeping Federation has to say about the Honey Bee.
Laying Hens
Watch the video to learn about laying hens. Read the article to see Alberta Egg Producer’s answers to student questions.
Dairy Cattle
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Watch this video to learn about the milking process and innovative technologies used on some dairy farms today! Read the article to learn more about dairy cattle, including hot topics like hormones, antibiotics and safety regulations.
Potatoes
Watch this video to see how potatoes are harvested. Read more to discover different potato products and why YOU should eat a potato!