Pennsylvania 4-H Science of Agriculture Challenge

Let's get excited! Some teams are already organizing! The Science of Agriculture Challenge will be held June 17-19, 2020 in State College, PA. New this year:. Teams can be made up of 2-4 people. (Previously it was 3-4) Training for leaders will be held at the Leaders Symposium February 8 ( zoom for this meeting upon request)

Creating awareness about the importance of drinking milk was part of one of our 2019 Pennsylvania Science of Agriculture teams. Here is a farmer that is taking on a commitment to educate about whole milk and it's benefits. Did you know you can petition your school board to offer this healthy drink in your school? https://www.wlvt.org/blogs/berks/got-whole-milk/

Here is a visual of the pillars of agriculture:. T animals; food, fiber and energy; technology, lifestyle, economy, and environment. How do you benefit from agriculture beyond food and clothing?

Katie is a Pennsylvania 4-H alumnae. Ironically, she also served as a judge for the Minnesota Science of Agriculture Challenge. I am sharing this to inspire all who participate in this program to consider the skills you learn beyond the desire to win the scholarship. The Science of Agriculture Challenge contains so many skills that will carry you forward in your professional future- decision- making, problem analysis and problem solving, financial, communication, teambuilding, and yes, presentations skills. We seek to make the best in our youth better so you can soar and thrive in our adult world. So Very Proud of of 4-H alumni across Pennsylvania, our Country, and Our World!

Congratulations to Pequea Valley High School FFA and Grassland FFA -- both winners in the 2019 AgrAbility PA Contest! #PAFFA #agrability The contest provide...s an opportunity for any Pennsylvania FFA chapter to make a positive impact by enhancing independence or promoting success for farmers and their families with disabilities or long-term health conditions. Two students with Pequea Valley FFA won for their development of an app-based feeder as an assistive technology model. Students with Grassland FFA won for their service project at Saddle Creek Farm. Each chapter will receive a $400 award. Chapters were recognized during Pennsylvania FFA's 90th State Convention & Activities Week at Penn State. Honorable mentions go out to two additional student groups at Pequea Valley High School FFA, students at Blue Juniata FFA, and students at Central Columbia FFA for their entries and submissions this year. Read more: http://agrabilitypa.org//agrability-pa-names-two-ffa-chap/