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The latest issue of the University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources alumni magazine Momentum is now available! Check out the latest features on research, what we're doing in our communities, and what our fearless students and alumni have been up to. Read the full issue at https://lnkd.in/epCCV5qE. #agricultureandfarming #research #naturalresources

While maybe not the driving factor in the commercial controlled environment agriculture industry anymore, #locallygrow still have the interest and passion of students and consumers in urban areas. "Everyone needs to eat," State Fair of Texas® Director of Horticulture Drew Demler said. "It's helpful to know where your food is coming from." #greenhousegrown #urbanagriculture #hydroponics #controlledenvironmentagriculture USDA #climatesmartagriculture #UrbanAg https://lnkd.in/gA-zNpz5

Students across the district have access to a wide array of Career and Technical Education opportunities. Regardless of what students have planned for after high school, CTE programs provide students with the opportunity to explore potential career paths, earn certifications and more to prepare them for a competitive advantage after graduation. Let's hear from Agriculture Science Teacher Gerald Hosler at McKay High School and a senior in the program about what makes CTE so special. ✨ Students in this program learn about plant science, animal science agricultural mechanics and agribusiness. 🌱 According to McKay High School Senior, Isaac Santiago, "Agriculture is what gave me a sense of belonging and a place I can call home. Not really just friends, more like a family." Learn more about CTE in Salem-Keizer: https://buff.ly/3wdyYhz #WeAreSalemKeizer #CTEMonth #CTEWorks

We asked Raymond to tell us about some of the coolest things he’s gotten to do while pursuing his degree and career. What are you passionate about? If you have a passion for Food, Agriculture, or Science, check out @nationalmanrrs and @2gthrwegrow to learn more about your future career 🌾

Meet Jacob Buessing, who received a scholarship from us this year! Age: 18 Hometown: Axtell, Kansas and Bridger Parents: Brian and Amy Buessing High School: Bridger High School, Class of 2023 College: Montana State University Northern, Havre, Montana Degrees: Agricultural Technology Activities: 4-H; FFA; basketball; football; track; academic all-state; guitar What agriculture means to him: I grew up on a ranch raising cattle and sheep. I think because I have been involved in so many different types of agriculture, I could make a difference in today’s agricultural industry. Career aspirations: I’m preparing to be a ranch manager or the owner of my own farm or ranch. I plan to become an expert in agriculture and find the most profitable way of growing crops and raising livestock. Congrats, Jacob! Meet all of our 2023 scholarship recipients here: https://lnkd.in/gtVZWsTE #RootedDeepGrowingStrong

Where does your food come from?   The grocery store. The refrigerator. A restaurant.  All are “correct” answers, but how does our food get there?  The Food + Farm Exploration Center is here to teach everyone just how our food does make its way to us. Younger learners can learn about agriculture through play! All ages can explore the intersection of farming and food, the people who make it happen, and the processes that take it from field to fork through interactive exhibits. Buy your tickets at the exploration center or in advanced at https://lnkd.in/gaZCvt7i  

A high percentage of Americans have only a rudimentary understanding of where their food comes from, with some studies showing that 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝟱𝟬% 𝗼𝗳 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝘄𝘀. At the 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, visitors young and not-quite-as-young alike can improve their agricultural literacy through a variety of interactive exhibits that bring ranching to life. At the Cattle Basics exhibit, they'll learn all about the different breeds of beef cattle, where different cuts of meat come from, herd husbandry and more. 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘵 https://lnkd.in/diCxTe_N.

It's hard to talk about a century of changes for any topic, especially the agriculture industry. And what about when that century is the twentieth century? Well, do your best to make it a 30,000 foot view because that could very well be a multi-volume text. Enjoy this piece I wrote for the Jersey County Fair Association's Agriculture Education Center, where I highlight some of the changes and developments in local agriculture in arguably the most turbulent and agile century the world has ever known. https://lnkd.in/grTeyKzP

The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources is the centerpiece of MU as a land grant college and is ranked among the Top 15 programs in the world for animal and plant science research. Learn more about Mizzou's agriculture heritage here. >> https://ow.ly/k6B850RRRkY

The holiday season is arriving, and that means a certain "Elf" is back! If you're looking for unique ways to introduce some ag into your Elf-ish fun, check out this book full of ideas from our friends at Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom! https://lnkd.in/ecQGqT5i