Baldur R. Stefansson (April 26, 1917 – January 3, 2002) was a Canadian agricultural scientist known for being one of the creators of canola. He earned the title 'Father of Canola' for his significant contributions to its development, which led to the improvement of oilseed crops. His work is recognized for enhancing agricultural practices and contributing to the agricultural economy in Canada. Through his research, he played a key role in introducing canola as an important crop for farmers.
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Meaning of the name - Baldur
The bold, the shining one
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Occupation: agronomist
Awards Received: Officer of the Order of Canada | Wolf Prize in Agriculture
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on April 26, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for April 26, 2024 |
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| Sun | 5 Taurus 52 | 6 Taurus 57 | 18 Leo 25 |
| Moon | 8 Cancer 9 | 8 Sagittarius 10 | 11 Gemini 0 |
| Mercury | 25 Taurus 54 | 16 Aries 2 | 13 Virgo 17 |
| Venus | 5 Taurus 57 | 26 Aries 35 | 16 Virgo 56 |
| Mars | 23 Aries 48 | 26 Pisces 58 | 9 Cancer 40 |
| Jupiter | 15 Taurus 1 | 23 Taurus 7 | 7 Gemini 29 |
| Saturn | 25 Cancer 16 | 16 Pisces 11 | 6 Leo 46 |
| Uranus | 23 Aquarius 14 | 22 Taurus 10 | 21 Aquarius 49 |
| Neptune | 2 Leo 8 | 28 Pisces 48 | 5 Leo 9 |
| Pluto | 2 Cancer 38 | 2 Aquarius 5 | 4 Cancer 58 |
| Rahu | 14 Capricorn 14 | 14 Aries 41 | 8 Capricorn 34 |
| Ketu | 14 Cancer 14 | 14 Libra 41 | 8 Cancer 34 |
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