Hillary Pope, Area Livestock & Forages Agent
This past school year, we partnered with the Save the Children After School Program at Allendale Fairfax Elementary School. About 60 youths were enrolled in the program, and throughout the school year, they learned different aspects of agriculture production. We started with Embryology, where students were able to learn about embryo development and watch chicks hatch. They also learned about animal products, by-products, and primal carcass cuts. We wrapped up the program with plant life cycles, learning about the different types of roots and various ways to care for plants. Each student also took home a tomato plant to grow over the summer. During the last week of school, a volunteer brought farm animals for the students to meet and interact with. Youth were able to interact with chicks, rabbits, and a lamb. We are looking forward to continuing the program next school year.
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