"IL Corn is committed to closing the gap between farmers and consumers, and a key element of achieving this is through empowering teachers with agricultural knowledge," said Rod Weinzierl, Executive Director at IL Corn. "By collaborating with teachers and providing them with complementary resources, we are equipping them with the necessary tools to foster agricultural literacy and cultivate a deeper understanding of the vital role farming plays in our state."
Throughout the summer, IL Corn interns shared their expertise and insights on Corn 101, covering topics such as the different types of corn, ethanol production and soil health. By engaging with teachers from various educational backgrounds, the interns sought to address the lack of ag-related content in most classrooms, emphasizing the importance of Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom programs in ensuring a well-rounded education for students. The students that are learning about agriculture today are the voters that will determine the future of agriculture tomorrow.
“Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom is excited to work with IL Corn and our commodity groups to further teacher knowledge about all of agriculture,” said Kevin Daugherty, Director at Illinois Agricultural in the Classroom. “Working with interns reminds our teachers of the direct impact that they have on students that are now a part of the world of agriculture.”
IL Corn remains dedicated to supporting teachers across the state, offering a range of complementary resources, including interactive activities and educational materials. These resources enable teachers to integrate agricultural concepts into their curriculum, making learning engaging, relevant, and impactful.
