Ag Education

Agricultural education teaches students about agriculture, food and natural resources.

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Education | Mar 06, 2023

How Does Weather Affect Farming?

Farmers rely on good weather to grow our food- too much rain can lead to rotting plants, and insufficient rainfall makes it difficult to grow crops and feed animals. Too much wind can make planting difficult, and freezing temperatures can stunt plant growth. Let's explore some of these factors!

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Education | Nov 28, 2022

Educator Gift Guide 2022

Looking for ag literacy gifts? Here are some simple choices!

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Education | Nov 17, 2022

Different Types of Corn & How They are Used

The United States produces about one-third of the world's corn. Let's learn more about it!

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Education | Nov 01, 2022

How did that get on my Thanksgiving Day plate?

Ever wonder where your Thanksgiving Day dinner came from? Here is a hint: a farm! Read about how some of the turkey day classics made it to your plate! Includes lesson plans, recommended books, videos and more.

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Education | Oct 12, 2022

On The Farm STEM Educator wins New Jersey State Teacher of the Year

Today we are happy to share the news that Christine Girtain, a participant in the Foundation 's On The Farm STEM program in 2021 and 2022 from Toms River High School North, has been named the 2022-23 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year.

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Education | Oct 05, 2022

Happy World Teachers’ Day!

We want to celebrate teachers for World Teachers' Day!

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Education | Sep 19, 2022

Harvest Machines!

Fall is harvest time! Let 's explore some machines that make harvest happen.

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Education | Aug 11, 2022

How Does Zucchini Grow?

Zucchini noodles, zucchini fritters or sliced zucchini in a salad – These are all yummy ways to eat the popular vegetable that is in season right now! But wait, IS it a vegetable?

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Education | Mar 28, 2022

Stories Encourage Kids To Grow Their Own Food

Growing food is deliciously rewarding – and it can be a fun challenge. Gardening is an excellent way to explore STEM in your classrooms or backyards.

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Education | Mar 22, 2022

Online Learning with "The Vibrant Variety"

We've created an e-learning module to accompany the My Little Ag Me book "The Vibrant Variety." Read along and learn more!

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