Guest blog: By a B.C. dairy farmer
To me, the word sustainable has become a buzz word,or marketing doublespeak. As an all encompassing management practice, I prefer the term stewardship. And I try to put this into practice in all areas, not strictly agriculture. As a Christian, I have a biblical mandate to manage what I have been given.
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Posted by FFC on March 19th, 2012 :: Filed under
Animal care,
Dairy cattle,
Future of Farming,
SustainabilityTags ::
dairy cattle,
sustainability,
technology
by Kristen Kelderman, Farm Animal Care Coordinator, Farm & Food Care Ontario
Deciding on your career path fresh out of high school at the ripe young age of 18 is a difficult decision for many young adults. The options are endless and the stakes are high. Four years ago, my heart was set on becoming a physiotherapist; I was fascinated with anatomy and wanted to help people through the recovery process. But on my first visit to the University of Guelph campus I felt an instant connection and came to the realization that my true calling was agriculture. I have never looked back since and have no regrets.
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Posted by Farm and Food Care on February 16th, 2012 :: Filed under
Agriculture Education,
careers,
Education and public awareness,
Future of Farming,
Speaking outTags ::
agriculture,
careers,
education,
misconceptions
