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Take 2 minutes to see how agriculture plays a role in the United Nation’s goals.
This video shows the role of agriculture in the Sustainable Development Goals. Most of us can easily understand how growing more food for an increasing population is vital for food security and sustainability, however some of the other benefits are less obvious. This video shows how improved agriculture, particularly for small holder farmers, can cause a ripple effect leading to change in the other areas, such as gender equality and economic growth.
Please feel free to distribute and help spread the word about the SDGs and how we can achieve them together!
What are the SDGs? Click here to see them.
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Alberta Open Farm Days provides Albertans with a backstage pass to visit farms and ranches across the province.
Alberta Open Farm Days is about ranchers and farmers inviting their urban and rural neighbours to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the people producing their food.
The weekend also provides guests the chance to sample and experience field to table culinary delights at foodie events taking place in rural communities across the province.
Watch this video or visit albertafarmdays.com for more program information.
Alberta Open Farm Days is presented by Ag for Life, Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies, Alberta Culture and Tourism and Agriculture and Rural Development in partnership with Travel Alberta.
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Big Green Colorado has launched Big Green At Home an online hub for all kids and families to continue their learning around health, nutrition, and growing your own food!
Fun for all ages
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This week long agriculture education is hosted at the Calgary Stampede grounds. This unique program uses the Open Minds curriculum to customize the week to the needs of the school. Working closely with the teacher to focus on the core themes of their choice the experience is always unique, interactive and fun for all.
To learn more visit: http://foundation.calgarystampede.com/youth-programs/stampede-school.html
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Nutrien is a leader in an environmental education program called, Caring for our Watersheds (CFW). CFW asks youth to submit an essay proposal that answers the question, “What can you do to improve your watershed?” Students research their local watershed, identify an environmental concern and come up with a realistic solution. Cash rewards are given to participating schools, clubs and students. The success of the program is attributed to turning the student’s ideas into action. Community partners from around the world have joined together to mentor, inspire and guide students. Nutrien offers implementation funding and has contributed to over 534 projects to date.
To learn more visit: www.caringforourwatersheds.com
