Ag in the Classroom

The goal of Agriculture in the Classroom is to “increase agricultural literacy through K-12 education”.

The National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix is an online, searchable, and standards-based curriculum map for K-12 teachers. The Matrix contextualizes national education standards in science, social studies, and nutrition education with relevant instructional resources linked to Common Core Standards.

Jones shares ag book for Right to Read Week

Thank you Tammy Jones for reading “The Life of a Real Farmer” book to third grade students at Western Elementary,…

Board members share ‘The Life of a Real Farmer’ book

They visited Jasper Elementary and Waverly Primary schools during Right to Read Week.

Foundation for Agriculture announces 18th Book of the Year

The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture presented its 18th Book of the Year award to author Peggy Thomas for “The Soil in Jackie’s Garden.”

Cultivating Minds Project fosters environmental and agriculture education

Ag and environmental literacy kits were distributed to schools and the library in Richland County.

GrowNextGen: Bringing food science to teachers

This summer’s ‘Experience Food Science: Field to Package’ workshop offered educators a close look at the intersection of agriculture, food science, and technology.

Ag Awareness Grants available for Lorain County teachers and others

Lorain County Farm Bureau sponsors grants to enhance the appreciation of agriculture throughout Lorain County.

Ag Awareness Grants available

Teachers from any grade level in Lorain County Schools or any school whose district includes a portion of Lorain County may apply.

Foundation for Agriculture announces 16th ‘Book of the Year’

“I LOVE Strawberries” by Shannon Anderson follows Jolie and her faithful rabbit, Munchy, as together they find out just how delicious, rewarding and complicated it can be to grow your own food.

Western Ohio Agriculture in the Classroom Conference

This one-day event offered teachers new learning opportunities to share with their classrooms while experiencing new opportunities in agriculture.

Foundation for Agriculture announces 15th ‘Book of the Year’

The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture presented its 15th “Book of the Year” award to author Kiki Thorpe for “How to Grow a Monster.”