This is a collection of resources for teaching and learning about Agriculutral Education.
In this video, we are going to discuss 10 autonomous tractors, farming machines, and robots designed to replace or assist humans in agriculture. These farming equipment include autonomous tractors, weeders, harvesters, and others with multiple purposes.
Do farmers really own their data? The answer under US law is not always clear. This 10 minute webcast examines some of the laws that might apply and conclud...
Researcher Heather Sorestad with the East Central Research Foundation/Parkland College discusses a flax desiccation trial.
Members and leaders of 4-H Clubs explain the impact that 4-H has had on them as individuals, and the province of Saskatchewan as a whole.
The 4Rs of nutrient stewardship (right fertilizer source at the right rate, at the right time, in the right place) provides a foundation for increased yield, increased profitability and improved sustainability.
Fresh market vegetable growers using 4R management practices for responsible, sustainable, environmentally safe agriculture.
An overview on the 4 sacred medicines of First Nations peoples.
Did you know that Canada is the world's largest producer and exporter of wild blueberries?
Each year, we produce 200 million pounds of the fruit, 80 million of which come from the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. It's the biggest wild blueberry farm in Canada — maybe even the biggest worldwide. Companies like Quebec Wild Blueberries mechanically harvest, wash and package the antioxidant-rich berry, before shipping them to over 30 countries.
Join chef Ricardo Larrivée and farmer Jean-Pierre Senneville as they roam the wild fields.
In Part 31 of Pasture Project’s video series on adaptive grazing, we focus on how to use gut fill to determine whether the cattle are consuming enough dry matter to meet their daily nutritional needs.
In Part 3 of Pasture Project’s video series on adaptive grazing, we focus on factors that indicate high-quality pasture. Ideal pastures have high biological activity, diverse plant communities, and significant forage at mid-stage maturity. Thanks to Dr. Allen Williams (Pasture Project & Grass Fed Insights, LLC) for his contributions to this video.
In Part 4 of Pasture Project’s video series on adaptive grazing, we focus on the importance of plant community complexity and diversity in pastures. Greater plant diversity is associated with higher microbial diversity in soils, which results in numerous benefits to plant health and nutritional quality.
The history of raising cattle on Colborn Farms, how ranching has changed over the years, and the contrast between the use of horses and advancements like cross-breeding and silage production.
Brad MacLeod reports on a partnership involving SAIT and a local startup that allows ranchers to monitor their herds from the sky.
Working with either Edison or Microbit systems, students will gain an understanding of the importance of automation in agriculture while working together to complete a series of fun coding activities. Note: This resource is designed to compliment the Edison and Microbit courses offered through SaskCode. Edison and Microbit systems are not supplied by AITC-SK. You will need to have an AITC SK account and log in to access this resource.
"Are you looking for an engaging way to discuss hot topics affecting the agriculture agriculture with your students? Check out our snapAG Jeopardy game that challenges students with questions in the following topic areas: Growing Crops, Animal Health, Animal Care, Food, Farming Basics, Environment, Pesticides and Plant Biotechnology. This game will add a little bit of competition, and result in a whole lot of learning!"
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The lightweight agricultural robot scans crops, collects genetic data, measures traits, and helps identify common diseases.
AgSafe Alberta includes safety courses that can be accessed and completed online. Although some of these require payment, there are free levels of some courses available.
The Australian Macadamia Society uses AgTech through weather stations, sensors, and soil moisture probes across growing regions in Queensland.
A competitive and interactive quiz game that tests your student's knowledge about agriculture. It is a fun and engaging way to challenge students to see who knows the most about how our food is made, agriculture, and much more, in a classroom or at home. With beginner, intermediate, and expert levels it can be used for a variety of different age levels.
When you click "view resource" it will download a PowerPoint for you. Check the bottom of your screen.
Triple rinsing empty containers after use is a recommended agricultural practice worldwide. Most recycling places in Saskatchewan also require containers to be triple rinsed to protect their employees and properly recycle materials.
This video shows how to properly triple rinsed containers.