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National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix

The best, most diverse agriculture activities and lesson plans that have been written are available on this website. Easy to search and store, look no further for instructional, classroom-ready resources!

Laying Hens

Watch the video to learn about laying hens. Read the article to see Alberta Egg Producer’s answers to student questions.

Canola

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Watch this video to see a time lapse of a canola crop seed to harvest. Read more to learn about the health benefits of canola, and the innovative products made from the crop.

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Wheat

Do you know which everyday products come from wheat? Read more to learn about wheat production, harvest, and products.

Corn

Watch the video to see a corn harvest, and read more to learn about the different types of corn, corn products, and other cool corn facts!

Not Grandpa’s Farm

It may be Grandpa’s farm but it isn’t Grandpa’s farming. Technology transformation and modern farming realities mean that today’s farmers need advanced education and lifelong learning to succeed. Farming Smarter helps with lifelong learning.

Farming in the Wild

In this video, several southern Alberta farmers share their perspectives about the nature around them.

Soils Sustain Life

Soil is one of the four things we cannot live without. Soil, Water, Air and Sunlight are needed for all life as we know it. Soils cover the upper crust of the earth. This video series, produced by SSSA, will introduce you to the important topic of soils as a precious natural resource.

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Sustainable Cattle

Sustainable cattle production means that farmers need to raise more beef using fewer resources. Use this resource to learn about sustainable cattle raising practices.

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