In this lesson, students learn about fertilizers and their role in plant nutrition. Students will also learn about the need to replenish nutrient balance in agricultural soils, and discuss how people and crops can suffer from nutrient deficiencies. Developed by National Ag in the Classroom, this grade 6-8 resource is linked to curriculum outcomes.
In this hands on activity, students demonstrate the water cycle and learn the potential for our water supply to become contaminated. Learning outcomes include: water sources, water pollution, and water protection. Developed by National Ag in the Classroom, this grade 6-8 resource is linked to curriculum outcomes.
In this lesson plan, students will learn about the different nutrients plants need to grow, and how plants obtain nutrients. Students will also learn how farmers replenish soils with necessary nutrients, and current issues faced by the agricultural production industry. Developed by National Ag in the Classroom, this grade 6-8 resource is linked to curriculum outcomes.
Plant need to eat, just like you and me. Check out this video to learn how farmers provide nutrients to their crops and maximize yields through best management practices.
Meet Erik! He’s a crop service salesman, and he would love to tell you more about his job.
Meet Donny! He’s a heavy duty mechanic, and he would love to tell you more about his job.
Meet Blayne! He’s a grain buyer and exporter, and he would love to tell you more about his job.
You’re Hired! from Bug Chicks on Vimeo.
Meet the Bug Chicks by watching the 3-minute video clip, You’re Hired! Students will be introduced to several careers and jobs in the industry of agriculture through live footage of each individual who is busy at work.
Explore a broad range of careers within the agriculture industry by using this resource. Which career is right for you?
Watch this collection of videos to discover the wide variety of career options available in agriculture and natural resources.