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Welcome to Learning about Agriculture!

This site is designed to provide educators, parents, and students information about agricultural topics that can be brought into the classroom to develop understanding of a fundamental process: growing the food we eat every day.

Resources - Links to organizations that provide curriculum, materials, and support for agricultural education.

Concept Map - A tool to help in brainstorming farm facts and issues with students.

Current Issues - This page looks at the roles agriculture can play in helping to solve current global problems.  I have set up problem-based learning strategies for students to learn how they can make a difference.

Student Links - Fun and informative links for K-6 students.

Fun Facts - Interesting trivia to spark interest in agriculture.

Photo Gallery - I grew up on a farm that has been in my family for over 100 years.  I hope you enjoy some of the photos I've selected of "farming through the years".

Reflections - Find out why I believe Learning about Agriculture is essential for students of the 21st century.