National Pollinator Week
We've got the buzz on pollinator lesson plans and resources!
Searching for Middle Schools to Test Pilot STEM Maker Kits
Grants are being made available for middle schools selected to test pilot STEM maker kits
New Pizza Ag Mag is a Delicious Way to Engage Students
Mamma Mia! That's one tasty resource! This nonfiction text reader for grades 3-5 will engage students as they learn about the agricultural origins of their favorite pizza toppings, the history of pizza, and some awesome ag careers.
STEM Game Teaches Students Where Peanut Butter Comes From
Operation Peanut Butter, the new My American Farm Game, tests students' math skills while teaching them where peanuts come from!
Get Started on a "Growing" Science Project
The school year may be coming to an end, but for students wanting to experiment with agriculture-, plant- or food-related science, summer can be a great time to start thinking about next year's science project. Guest writer, Amy Cowen from Science Buddies gives us some tips!
2016 My American Farm Outreach Grant Recipients
We are pleased to announce that after sorting through many applications, the recipients of the 2016 Outreach Grants have been chosen.
It’s A Bit of a Beef
Theresa Balan, participant in the AFBFA STEM Experience, writes about her urban students.
2016 Peas Contest Winner Announced
We have a winner!
Goat vs Sheep and Other Ag Mixups
There are lots of agriculture misconceptions and mix-ups out there. Is hay the same as straw? Is a combine a tractor? It can all be a little confusing. We break down some common mix-ups in this blog.
Where do Eggs Come From?
Where do eggs come from? What do all of those labels like cage free, free range and organic mean? In honor of National Egg month Lara Durben, Communications Director for the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, Chicken and Egg Association of Minnesota and the Midwest Poultry Federation answers these questions!
