Not only does biomass energy divert this organic matter from the waste …
Not only does biomass energy divert this organic matter from the waste stream — it turns it into something we all need, without polluting the planet. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, by 2030, the U.S. has the potential to sustainably produce 1 billion tons of bioenergy each year. Regarding renewable energy sources, biomass is not the most glamorous. But biomass energy successfully solves two major environmental problems at once.
There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is …
There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change.
The Satellite Applications Catapult is working on a number of applications and …
The Satellite Applications Catapult is working on a number of applications and research projects within the agri-tech industry, and exploring exploring new, innovative satellite capabilities for the industry.
Satellites are enabling users across the ‘farm-to-fork’ supply chain to observe, measure, and monitor crop performance right across the growing season. This information enables users to respond more quickly to provide nutrients where needed and to counter the impacts of adverse weather, pests, and disease, essential to ensure yields are maximized.
Soil is one of the earth’s most important natural resources. Healthy soils …
Soil is one of the earth’s most important natural resources. Healthy soils are essential for healthy plant growth, human nutrition, and water filtration. Healthy soil supports a landscape that is more resilient to the impacts of drought, flood, or fire. Soil helps to regulate the Earth's climate and stores more carbon than all of the world's forests combined.
A day in the work life of an agricultural/horticultural scientist, Lisa Jamieson. …
A day in the work life of an agricultural/horticultural scientist, Lisa Jamieson. Follow Lisa Jamieson's inspirational career journey and find out where science can take you.
What makes a scientist? Curiosity, a passion for learning, a desire to …
What makes a scientist? Curiosity, a passion for learning, a desire to know how the world works! Meet Melissa Arcand, a scientist at the University of Saskatchewan who grew up on Muskeg Lake Cree Nation. Melissa loves science and soil - and she rides a bike all winter in Saskatchewan! This short video is an interview of Melissa Arcand about her job as a soil scientist. This video fits well when looking at agriculture-related career opportunities.
Meet Livian. He’s part of the Seasonal Agricultural Workers’ Program (SAWP) and …
Meet Livian. He’s part of the Seasonal Agricultural Workers’ Program (SAWP) and has been annually coming from Jamaica to Canada to work on Murray’s apple farm for nearly 20 years! In this video, you’ll hear about his experience, and what the SAWP has meant for him and his family.
In this video, we’re going to learn hand and power tool safety …
In this video, we’re going to learn hand and power tool safety and how following the rules just might save you a limb or two. This video is a short overview of tool safety and what kinds of protective equipment can be worn when operating tools.
By partnering with our Precision Ag Team, we can help you be …
By partnering with our Precision Ag Team, we can help you be more efficient by utilizing these tools during harvest. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2t5pDlu
We all know that rain can pick up soil and move it …
We all know that rain can pick up soil and move it off the field. The area drained, the texture, moisture level and condition of the soil, and the roll of the land, all influence the degree and type of erosion a farmer has to deal with. Stick around to learn how to control soil erosion by water on your farm.
This video is part of DIRT Workshop 2020. The DIRT workshop focuses …
This video is part of DIRT Workshop 2020. The DIRT workshop focuses on innovative practices in soil health, research guiding management recommendations, and technology available to support on-farm applications.
There are a number of different hazards relating to farm workshops and …
There are a number of different hazards relating to farm workshops and steadings in the following images – can you spot them all? This video includes a number of images around a farm and asks viewers to spot the hazards present.
The second step on the Precision Ag Path is planting. In this …
The second step on the Precision Ag Path is planting. In this video, we talk about the many products we have that can help improve this process. Find out mor...
This storybook tells the story of two young children who decide to …
This storybook tells the story of two young children who decide to grow a garden. Along the way, they face many of the same issues in their garden that their parents face on the farm. Together the family experiences the wonders of growing food while learning about balancing the growing food with caring for the environment.
Many farmers suffer from high levels of stress and depression, but they …
Many farmers suffer from high levels of stress and depression, but they don’t often talk about it. CBC news interviewed farmers about their mental health struggles and experiences with stress and depression. This video shows interviews with Saskatchewan farmers who have experienced mental health issues. It fits well with the Agriculture Production 10-30 outcomes covering psychological health.
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