EDUCATIONAL
BEEF FARMERS CARE
BEEF FARMERS CARE
Four signs, 24 inches by 32 inches, velcro back. Viewers are asked to use the farmer’s phone to match the icons with the descriptions to learn about how beef farmers care for their animals and the land. Icons are attached using velcro. *Available for loan and purchase
FROM MOO TO YOU
Five signs, centre panel - 24 inches by 32 inches, 4 side panels - 24 inches x 15 inches, velcro back. Viewers are asked to identify the common by-products from cattle that we use each and every day. *Available for loan and purchase
BEEF FARMS & THE ENVIRONMENT
Three signs, 24 inches by 32 inches, velcro back. This display educates viewers on how beef cattle and pasturelands preserve the environment through a farmer’s committment to the land, water and air. Viewers are asked to move the detachable icons to the appropriate farm/pasture scene.
*Available for loan and purchase
WHAT DO BEEF CATTLE EAT?
NOTE: RUMEN CANNOT BE SHIPPED, MUST BE PICKED UP AND RETURNED
This model shows the four stomach compartments of a ruminent animal: the rumen, the abomasum, the reticulum and the omasum. Accompanying signage includes a description of the various feed types (pasture, hay, silage, grains, minerals etc.) along with labelled jars which can be filled with samples.
Due to the size and fragile nature of the rumen it must be picked up and returned to the BFO office in Guelph. *Rumen and signage available for loan and signage available for purchase
Do YOU Know What Beef Cattle Eat?
Match the type of feed with its description!
WHEEL OF FARM FORTUNE
WHEEL OF FARM FORTUNE
Test Your Beef IQ!
Spinning wheel, which can sit on a table or stand alone with extension legs. Wheel is accompanied with a 24 inch by 32 inch sign that can be placed on an easel, and beef and cattle-related questions with answers on cardstock. Sticker or tattoo prizes could be distributed for participation or correct answers.
Due to the size and fragile nature of the wheel, it must be picked up and returned to the BFO office in Guelph.
LOOPING ONTARIO BEEF VIDEO
Looping video can be played on a laptop or TV - 40 minutes in length Ontario Beef flagship video, Environmental Stewardship Award recipient videos, influencer tour videos, CRSB videos, Farm and Food Care videos on beef farms etc. Contact us for the link to download the video or click here for the Google Drive link to download.
GUARDIANS OF THE GRASSLANDS VIDEO GAME
Please feel free to share this resource with teachers, educators, 4-H leaders and agriculture societies: www.gotggame.ca
Curriculum links for grades 7-12
• Ability to register for teacher/educator code and pull player reports (complete/incomplete, points earned, etc.)
• Game play averages 14 minutes
• Download on Amazon Apps (choose by province)
A public version of the game (called Express) is also available for meetings, conferences, or events with a maximum 3 minutes of gameplay: https://gotggame.ca/express
Download for offline use on computer, tablet or phone:
• Google Play
• Amazon App Store
Black and White Colouring Sheet Size: 11 inches by 8.5 inches
Post Card Size: 6 inches by 4 inches
Stickers Size: 3 inches by 1.5 inches
AN EXPLORATION OF BEEF FARMING IN ONTARIO
Created in partnership with AgScape. Please note, you will need to create a login to gain access to the following materials.
Touching on various subject areas from health and physical education to social studies, science, careers, and technology this resource aims to provide an overview of the practices involved in the production of beef in Ontario from farm to table.
RESOURCE: https://aitcdashboard.ca/resource_matrix/ON/2253/
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS & ACTIVITIES
Virtual fieldtrip with Megan https://aitcdashboard.ca/resource_matrix/ON/2670/
Virtual fieldtrip with Cam https://aitcdashboard.ca/resource_matrix/ON/2515/
Virtual fieldtrip with 4-H Ambassador Marissa https://aitcdashboard.ca/resource_matrix/ON/2383/
Virtual fieldtrip with Jordan https://aitcdashboard.ca/resource_matrix/ON/2414/
AN EXPLORATION OF BEEF FARMING IN ONTARIO TEACHER'S GUIDE GRADES
REAL DIRT ON FARMING
Created by Farm and Food Care Ontario
We’ve heard from Canadians across the country that they want to know more about food production. We have also heard what’s important when it comes to the food we eat: topics like food safety, the environment, and the humane treatment of farm animals.
Food is connected to many of the big issues facing our society, from the cost of living and energy, to climate change, and health care. The Real Dirt on Farming is tackling those issues head-on to answer questions, and to demonstrate what farmers are doing to feed Canadians safely, nutritiously, and sustainably.
Access the online resource here - https://www.realdirtonfarming.ca/
Some hard copies are available through the BFO office, or you can purchase copies using the link above under “order”.
VIRTUAL FARM TOURS
Created by Farm and Food Care Ontario
In this 360 tour and other videos, you’ll tour two Ontario beef farms – a feedlot and a cow-calf farm and meet the farm families. They’ll explain how they raise and care for their cattle on these two different types of farms.
Access the beef tour and videos here - https://www.farmfood360.ca/en/beef/
A number of resource materials are available from the BFO office free of charge. Shipping charges may apply.
Colouring Book
TAKEAWAY PROMOTIONAL ITEMS
A number of takeaway items are available from the BFO office. Shipping charges may apply.
Reasonable quantities available free of charge
Hereford Stress Steers - $5/each
Colour-Changing Sunglasses - $3/each
Waterless Tattoos (1 inch x 1.5 inch) $0.20/each
Stickers (2 inch x 2 inch) - $0.10/each
Pens and Notepads
Ontario Beef Fridge Magnets 4 inches x 4 inches -$0.50/each
Lapel Pins - Beef
Farmers of Ontario, Canadian Cow & NEW! Ontario Beef - $4/each
JUST ADD SUN & THE GLASSES CHANGE TO COLOUR!
TAKEAWAY PROMOTIONAL ITEMS -
A number of takeaway promotional items are available from the BFO office. Shipping charges may apply.
Crayons (set of six colours) - $1.25/each
Brushes (8 inches long) - $2/each
Basting
Reusable Cooler Grocery Tote - $5.50/each
BANNER STANDS
CONSUMER
10 feet wide by 8 feet high stand and fabric overlay and two side fabric banners.
*Available for loan. Must be picked up and returned to the BFO office.
EVENT SUPPLIES
A
ADDITIONAL CONSUMER RESOURCES
of
Cut and doneness guide
One page (front and back)
Size: 8.5 inches by 11 inches
RECIPE CARDS
ONE-BITE GREEK MEATBALLS with Tzatziki Dipping Sauce
ONE-BITE GREEK MEATBALLS with Tzatziki Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
1
large English cucumber, grated
1½ cups (375 mL) plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh chopped dill
1 clove garlic, minced Salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Directions
MEATBALLS
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
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2. In a large mixing bowl add beef, spinach, feta, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix with spoon or hands until well blended.
3. Shape into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and center is no longer pink.
4. Serve with tzatziki dipping sauce as an appetizer or grab them to go as a proteinrich snack.
TZATZIKI
DIPPING SAUCE
1. Place grated cucumber into a bowl lined with a paper towel or cheese cloth. Wrap and gently squeeze out excess moisture. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl.
2. To the cucumber add yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to allow for flavour to develop.
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BEEF SOUVLAKI WITH Grilled Watermelon
& Halloumi
Prep: 25 min | Cook: 10 min | Yield: 4 servings
A little bit of sweet, a little bit of spicy and a whole lot of delicious. Premium Ontario top sirloin steak combines with two unlikely heroes – watermelon and halloumi – in this mouth-watering masterpiece by Susan from Rhubarb & Cod.
Ingredients
400 g (14 oz) Ontario top sirloin steak, cut into large chunks
1 ½ tsp kosher salt, divided ½ mini watermelon, cut into bite-sized chunks
300 g (10.5 oz) halloumi, sliced and cut into thirds
½ red onion, cut into bite-sized chunks
2 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
5 inches by 7 inches Recipe on the back
lemon, juiced
½ tsp dried oregano
red onion, diced
cup white vinegar
¼ cup olive oil 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
tbsp sugar
tsp kosher salt
cup honey
tsp
Directions
Place the steak in the bowl and add about ½ tsp of the salt. Massage the salt into the beef and set it aside while you prep the rest of your ingredients. Place the watermelon, onion, and halloumi in a separate bowl and set them aside as well.
In a small bowl, whisk to combine the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour half of the marinade over the steak and the other half over the watermelon, halloumi, and onion. Toss to coat. Let marinate for 2 hours.
While the beef is marinating, make the Hot Peppers with Honey. Place the peppers in a medium-sized bowl and add the red onion. Pour in the white vinegar, salt, and sugar. Give it a stir and set it aside to pickle at room temperature for 2 hours.
Thread the steak, watermelon, halloumi, and red onion onto a series of stainless steel skewers or bamboo skewers that have been soaked overnight.
Heat a oiled charcoal or gas grill until smoking. Add the skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side or until the steak reaches your desired doneness. Transfer the skewers to a platter and set aside.
Transfer the hot peppers from their vinegar solution and add them to the honey. Give them a quick stir and spoon the mixture over top of the skewers. Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately. SCAN FOR RECIPES, COOKING TIPS AND MORE!
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