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Come with us as we spark interest in agriculture and farming through teaching. As the next generation continues to be further removed from the farm, the Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. Foundation stays true to its mission of increasing agricultural literacy throughout K-12 students and educators.
Dive into the interesting articles and impact stories, you'll find exciting videos and amazing stories to help understand Agricultural Literacy better. Each content piece is carefully picked to give you a peek into the world of farming and the agriculture industry. We hope you'll not just read, but also interact with these resources. Ask questions, start talks, advocate and learn more. Always remember, every video you watch, every story you read, helps you appreciate and understand the key role agriculture plays in our day-to-day lives.
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Join us in fostering the growth of agricultural literacy and together, let's harvest a future abundant in agricultural literacy!
Celebrating Our Roots: Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom’s Founding Years
A Shared Vision Takes Root When Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) began in 1986, it wasn’t…
MAITC Foundation Celebrates a Year of Impact in 2024-2025!
Word of the year: Impact! Curiosity sparked, connections made, and minds opened, 2024-2025 was an extraordinary year…
Celebrating a Year of Impact at the 2025 MAITC Annual Meeting
Fiscal Year 2025 has been a year of curiosity sparked, connections made, and minds opened. Minnesota Agriculture…
Investor Spotlight: Northarvest Bean Growers Association
At Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) Foundation, we are proud to highlight the supporters who help…
Ponwith Family Named 2025 Le Sueur County Farm Family
The Ponwith family of Cleveland, Minnesota, has been named the 2025 Le Sueur County Farm Family of…
Haley Ekstrom Recognized as Finalist for 2025 Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year
Each summer, thousands gather at the historic Gilfillan Estate in Morgan, Minnesota, for Farmfest, the state’s premier…
Investor Spotlight: Minnesota Wheat Research & Promotion Council
At Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) Foundation, we are proud to highlight the supporters who make…
Cultivating Connections to Advance Minnesota Agricultural Literacy
Minnesota agricultural literacy took center stage as 567 registered attendees and 95 volunteers, including educators, supporters, and…
Reflecting on the National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference in Minnesota
A Week of Learning, Connecting, and Celebrating Agriculture This June, Minnesota proudly hosted the 2025 National Agriculture…
“Lakes, Land, and Legends”: Minnesota Welcomes the 2025 National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference
This June, Minnesota proudly hosts the 2025 National Agriculture in the Classroom (NAITC) Conference, themed “Lakes, Land,…
Success Story of Tesmer Farm Safety Day
Tesmer Farm Safety Day has become a powerful example of what community-driven education can achieve. Held May…
Success Story: Farm Camp Minnesota Delivers Diverse Ag Experiences
Your support continues to make a meaningful impact through Farm Camp Minnesota, a cornerstone program of Minnesota…
In the News
Businesses and organizations have linked arms with us to help grow the message of Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom. Here are some articles from media outlets and our industry partners sharing our story.
Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom brings teachers into the field
LITTLE FALLS — Between two events in July, K-12 educators will have the opportunity to participate in a unique continuing education experience through Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom. [...]
Students see ag up close on Serbus farm in rural Renville, Minnesota
RENVILLE — The May 5 event drew more than 130 people including students, teachers and volunteers to the rural Renville farm of the Serbus family. [...]
Minnesota Ag in the Classroom Bridges Growing Gap Between Youth & Farming
DETROIT LAKES — The two-day, decades-old program gave students a hands-on look at where their food comes from, how it’s grown and who grows it. [...]
Lake City teacher receives 2026 Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom Outstanding Teacher Award
LAKE CITY — Bluff View Elementary kindergarten teacher Marie Kruse has been named the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Teacher Award by Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC). [...]
Raising the next generation of ag-literate students in Minnesota
Meeting minds in the classroom and winning hearts. Through these activities, MAITC aims to help kids become educated consumers, and to see the potential for themselves in agribusiness careers. [...]
Summer Opportunities Help Educators Bring Agriculture to Life in the Classroom
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota educators have new opportunities this summer to connect students to agriculture, food systems, and the natural world. Growing Minds Conference and Central MN teacher tour offer hands-on learning for K–12 teachers. [...]
Join us in harnessing agricultural knowledge for a brighter tomorrow.
Together, let's cultivate an agriculturally literate society and empower future generations with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the vital role agriculture plays in our daily lives.
