DOCUMENTARIES
Diversify Your Ag Knowledge With These Four Documentaries
This documentary focuses on the life of migratory beekeepers in the United States who tote truckloads of bees across the country. It examines the importance of honeybees to the environment, their role in pollination and the production of numerous foods and threats to their survival.
John Horne, a popular Canadian chef, investigates the ingredients used in his restaurant and where they came from. He exposes some of the major issues farmers face to produce the food he uses in his kitchen and shares what it takes to produce the food he serves daily.
As the amount of available farmable land decreases, the fight to create more methods for sustainable farming increases. This film follows three individuals driving change in the agriculture industry: an 8-year-old girl, an urban farmer and an inventor. They all face unique challenges as they seek solutions.
“The Biggest Little Farm” (2019)
John and Molly Chester decided to buy 200 acres of farmland and start a new lifestyle without any prior experience in farming. The couple moved from bustling Los Angeles in search of a quieter
setting to become more in tune with nature. Through determination and hard work, they create a successful and biodiverse farming operation.
TIKTOK
@forestryprof
This TikTok influencer teaches forestry to the masses.
Neil Thompson, a forestry professor at the University of Maine, uses his popularity on the TikTok social media platform to educate the public about forestry and the timber industry, while showcasing unique aspects of the industry. His large fan base of 113,900 loves following along in his adventures.
Thompson is the academic advisor for all first-year forestry students at his university. He received a bachelor’s degree in forestry from the University of Maine in 2013 and a doctorate in natural resources and environmental studies from the University of Northern British Columbia in 2017.
BOOK
Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman: Conservation Heroes Of the American Heartland
Join the journey of five individuals as they work to conserve their environments and produce food for others. This book follows a Montana rancher, a Kansas farmer, a Mississippi riverman, a Louisiana shrimper and a Gulf fisherman as they engage in their everyday work of producing food. All connected by the Mississippi River, these environmentalists have deep passions and love for the land and water they utilize to make a living. Readers will experience each individual’s family history, the work that goes into raising food and the landscapes these heroes protect.
