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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.

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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.

See how the resources, made possible by investors like you, provide classrooms throughout Minnesota and beyond help increase agricultural literacy in a fun and engaging way!

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Join us in fostering the growth of agricultural literacy and together, let's harvest a future abundant in agricultural literacy!

Prairie Grains Conference 2023

Prairie Grains Conference

Prairie Grains Conference was held on December 13 and 14, 2023 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. It…

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Investor Spotlight: NRCS

Our investors make it possible for Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom to make the impact that it…

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Compeer Teacher Tour

Investor Spotlight: Compeer Financial

A Day in the Life of a Farmer 2023 Summer Teacher Tour Session at Compeer Financial in…

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Investor Spotlight: Minnesota Corn Growers Association

Our investors make it possible for Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom to make the impact that it…

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Investor Spotlight: Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council

The Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom could not do the work we are doing without our investors….

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Farm Camp Presents East Grand Forks Ag Career Day

Farm Camp Minnesota has provided many students grades 5-12 the opportunity to experience and learn about careers…

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An Educator’s Review on It’s a Mystery Teacher Tour

Each summer, Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom staff come together to plan out teacher tours throughout the…

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Reflecting on the 2022-2023 School Year

Thank you for helping us grow impact! Educators are choosing to use Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom…

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Quarter 4 2023 Year End at a Glance

MAITC Year End Impact Numbers Details can be exciting and/or daunting. The Year End Impact Numbers for…

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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. [...]

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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. [...]

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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. [...]

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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). [...]

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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. [...]

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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.  [...]

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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.

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