Exploring the environment and natural resources is an introduction to agriculture education for 6th grade students. Students will explore the environment and the relationship between natural resources and the agricultural industry through hands on, often outdoor, lessons.

Exploring plant and animal science is a course designed to explore how food reaches our plate each day. This course is for 7th grade students and will teach them the fundamentals of the plant and animal science industries.

Students become informed consumers of food and agricultural products by understanding the processes to provide safe agricultural products for consumption. Processes covered include converting agricultural products into food and fiber products and the marketing and labeling principles that help consumers. Work-based learning opportunities and leadership development engage students in the development of their career development plans.

FFA is a dynamic youth organization within agricultural education that changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. There are currently over 20,000 FFA members in North Carolina.

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