Iowa Agriculture Literacy

Teachers have a lot to fit into the school day. Between academic standards, required curriculum, assessments, and everything else competing for classroom time, adding one more topic can feel nearly impossible.

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Agriculture touches nearly every aspect of our daily lives, yet many students have little knowledge of where their food comes from or how it’s produced. By weaving agriculture into classroom learning, educators can give students meaningful, real-world experiences that extend far beyond the farm. As we begin a new school year, here are some of the top reasons to make agricultu...