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Ag in the Classroom Program Recommends Monthly Book

Our Agriculture in the Classroom program provides tools for more Georgia’s educators to help in implementing the instruction of agriculture-related concepts in the classroom. We achieve this mission t
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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09/15/2023
Do Bees Hibernate?

Sometimes we find ourselves hibernating, seeking warmth out of the cold temperatures. But what about our pollinators? Do bees hibernate?
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
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02/01/2023
Why You Should Care About the Farm Bill

It's a multi-year law that governs an array of agriculture and food programs, and the most significant piece of legislation that affects farmers and ranchers across our country. Keep reading to find out how the Farm Bill impacts you.
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Legislative
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03/30/2023
How To Grow Your Own Salsa Garden

Did you know that May is National Salsa month? Americans spend around $1.5 billion a year on prepackaged salsa! Many people will be eating salsa on Cinco de Mayo, but have you ever thought about growing your own salsa ingredients at your house?
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- DIY
- Education
- Gardening
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04/30/2023
How GFB Members Can Save This Summer

Your children are out of school, and you may be racking your brain for ideas to keep them busy during the summer without breaking the bank. Did you know that members of Georgia Farm Bureau get discounts at several summer spots?
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- Blog
- Education
- Member Benefits
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06/07/2023
Just Shrimpin' Around

Don’t miss an opportunity this summer to introduce your children to Georgia’s shrimp industry. Check out this sneak peek of May's book of the month, complete with kid-friendly activities and easy no bake recipes.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
- shrimp
- Three Little Shrimp
05/16/2022
Celebrating 84 Years of Georgia Farm Bureau

Georgia Farm Bureau began 84 years ago this month, and we’ve been through many milestones along the way. We are so proud of our history and our mission to serve Georgians. Take a look back at some memories that are important to us.
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Certified Farm Markets
- Education
- Farm Bureau
- Insurance
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- Georgia Farm Bureau
06/14/2021
Join National Read a Book Day

Join us for a moovelous literacy experience to celebration National Read a Book Day on September 6th
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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08/15/2021
The Giving Trees

Not only does the forestry industry generate jobs, economic output, and more than 5,000 life-sustaining products, Georgia trees clean our air and water in the process.
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
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- economic impact
- economy
- forestry
- paper
- paper towels
- pine tree
- toilet paper
- trees
09/02/2021
Dairy: Good for Me, Good for the Planet

Don't miss this virtual presentation in partnership with the Dairy Alliance. Register by March 7th at 4PM.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
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- Dairy Alliance
02/21/2022
Celebrate Georgia Ag Week with Georgia Farm Bureau

Georgia Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom Program along with several statewide partners want to help you celebrate Georgia Ag Week, March 21st through 25th.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- DIY
- Education
- Gardening
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- georgia ag week
03/14/2022
Books We Love

Help expand your children and student's imagination while discovering how significant agriculture is in our everyday lives through these top books that highlight Georgia's top 10 commodities
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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04/11/2022
Young Farmers & Ranchers Summer Leadership Conference FAQs

Young Farmers and Ranchers meet every year at the annual YF&R Summer Leadership Conference on Jekyll Island, Georgia. Here are a few frequently asked questions about Summer Leadership Conference.
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Farm Bureau
- Member Benefits
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- Young Farmers & Ranchers Summer Leadership Conference
05/11/2022
Farmers Make the Holidays Special

As we enter the holiday season remember to thank a farmer for all they do to help us celebrate the upcoming holidays.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agritourism
- Blog
- Certified Farm Markets
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
10/25/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Ice Cream Month

It’s summertime and that means two things- hot summer days and ice cream for dessert!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Ag-Tivities with Lauren
- Ice Cream month
- The Dairy Alliance
07/12/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Pollinators

Get ready to “bee” amazed!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- ag in the classroom; education; learning
08/17/2020
Teaching about agriculture is as easy as A B C

Georgia has over 42,000 farms that grow anything from Apples to Zucchini.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
09/07/2020
Celebrating STEM

November 8th is national STEM Day and I wanted to give you a simple activity that you can do at home or at school.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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11/05/2020
A glimpse inside Green Gate Farm

It's a family operation at Green Gate, where they care for chickens and cow
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
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10/04/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day with Georgia Farm Bureau
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Earth Day
04/21/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Little Red Overalls

Are you read for a berry good time?
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- ag in the classroom; education; learning
04/27/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: 'Wonderful Worms'

This lesson is all about worms, and you may be surprised by what you learn!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- ag in the classroom; education; learning
05/21/2020
Ag-Tivities with Lauren: And Then It’s Spring!

This week's Ag-Tivities with Lauren features
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
- agtivity
- Spring
04/14/2020
Fall for reading this September

The seasons are a changing and apples are ripe for the picking! Check out our September reading list to learn about these crisp and crunchy beauties.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- Ag in the Classroom
- Apples
- Education
09/15/2019
Get pump-kined about fall reading!

It's officially fall which means along with cooler temps and crunchy leaves comes all things pumpkins! Pumpkin patches, pumpkin carving, roasting seeds and of course reading!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- Ag in the Classroom
- Pumpkins
- Reading
10/08/2019
Celebrate Georgia Ag Week With Us

The team at Georgia Farm Bureau is excited about Georgia’s first all-virtual Georgia Ag Week. Join in on the fun from home!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Certified Farm Markets
- Education
- Tags:
- ga ag week
- georgia ag week
03/19/2020
A Few Ag Books We Love

Just as love is all around, so it agriculture! The best way to show your love is to give the gift of reading!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- Ag Books
- Ag in the Classroom
- Ag Literacy
02/06/2019
Growing My Community

Meet Chy Kellogg, Cobb County Volunteer. Discover how Chy's local Farm Bureau inspired her to get involved with agriculture
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Certified Farm Markets
- Education
- Farm Bureau
- Lifestyle
- Member Benefits
- Tags:
- Agriculture
- Membership
- Volunteer
03/10/2019
Grow Your Summer Reading List!

We're right on the brink of summer which means the school year is about to come to a close! Whether your summer is filled with craft projects, going to camp, or trips to the beach—make time for reading and learning about agriculture!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- Ag Books
- Ag in the Classroom
- Ag Literacy
05/14/2019
Cure the Winter Blues with Story Time!

There's no better cure to the winter blues than reading and story time! Introducing agriculture during this time of year will remind your children and students what the promise of spring holds.
- Categories:
- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Lifestyle
- Tags:
- Ag Books
- Ag in the Classroom
- Ag Literacy
01/24/2019
New ‘Ag Across America’ Game and App Debut

Want your student to learn where their food comes from, who grows it and how it ends up on their dinner table? The Ag Across America game can do just that!
- Categories:
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Tags:
- Agriculture
- Education
08/07/2018
Ag in the Classroom - 4 Simple Ways You Can Thank a Farmer this November!

The purpose of the Ag in the Classroom is to increase agricultural literacy among children and the general public. This November let’s tell our farmers “thank you” for providing us with the food, fiber and timber we depend on daily.
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Blog
- Education
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Children Activites
11/07/2018
Give the Gift of Reading!

With Christmas right around the corner, choose to give the gift of reading this year! Ag in the Classroom Coordinator, Lauren Goble, has compiled a list of agriculture based Christmas books that help children learn while celebrating the holiday!
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- Ag in the Classroom
- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Lifestyle
- Tags:
- Ag Books
- Ag in the Classroom
- Ag Literacy
12/12/2018
This October Make Time to Eat Together, Eat Better with Real Dairy

Recent studies link regular family meals (3 to 5 meals per week) with lower rates of risky behaviors, teen pregnancy and depression, as well as higher academic performance and higher self-esteem in children and young adults.
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- Agriculture
- Blog
- Education
- Food
- Lifestyle
- Tags:
- Dairy
- Food
- Recipe
10/02/2018