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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Baldur R. Stefansson belongs to the GI Generation group.
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, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for April 26, 2025 |
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| Sun | 5 Taurus 52 | 6 Taurus 43 | 19 Leo 22 |
| Moon | 8 Cancer 9 | 21 Aries 2 | 23 Gemini 28 |
| Mercury | 25 Taurus 54 | 10 Aries 1 | 14 Virgo 38 |
| Venus | 5 Taurus 57 | 27 Pisces 58 | 18 Virgo 9 |
| Mars | 23 Aries 48 | 3 Leo 39 | 10 Cancer 19 |
| Jupiter | 15 Taurus 1 | 20 Gemini 31 | 7 Gemini 37 |
| Saturn | 25 Cancer 16 | 27 Pisces 19 | 6 Leo 53 |
| Uranus | 23 Aquarius 14 | 26 Taurus 6 | 21 Aquarius 47 |
| Neptune | 2 Leo 8 | 0 Aries 57 | 5 Leo 11 |
| Pluto | 2 Cancer 38 | 3 Aquarius 48 | 4 Cancer 59 |
| Rahu | 14 Capricorn 14 | 25 Pisces 22 | 8 Capricorn 31 |
| Ketu | 14 Cancer 14 | 25 Virgo 22 | 8 Cancer 31 |
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