Kentucky Food and Farm Facts

Kentucky agriculture facts, number of farms in Kentucky, how farmland is used, and links to learn about agriculture in your community.

InformationJennifer ElwellFebruary 16, 2025Kentucky, Social Studies

Agriculture Learning Tips and Suggestions for 1st and 2nd Graders

Our favorite lesson and activities for 1st and 2nd graders in school and on the farm.

InformationJennifer ElwellFebruary 14, 2025

Agriculture Learning Tips and Suggestions for Kindergartners

Our favorite lesson and activities for Kindergartners in school and on the farm.

InformationJennifer ElwellJanuary 31, 2025

Agriculture Learning Tips and Suggestions for Preschoolers

Educators have a lot of flexibility with pre-school aged children, but lessons need to be short, hands-on, and focused on building language.

InformationJennifer ElwellJanuary 24, 2025

Hosting School Tours and Field Trips on Your Farm - What You Need to Know

Our panel of agriculture and education experts provide tips to provide well-prepared school field trips on your farm, such as safety considerations, providing grade and age-level appropriate lessons, and showcasing agriculture in the best way.

InformationJennifer ElwellJanuary 24, 2025

Southland Dairy Farmers Education Resources

Educators are provided access to numerous materials that provide facts and knowledge that include the farm to table process, nutritional information and why dairy should be included in your daily life.

Information, CurriculumJennifer ElwellJanuary 22, 2025Dairy, Dairy-KFFM

Helpful Hints and Agriculture Connections for the Kentucky Conservation Writing and Jim Claypool Art Contest

The Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts asked the Kentucky Agriculture and Environment in the Classroom to provide additional resources to help teachers share a positive message about agriculture’s role in conservation practices. We have provided the tabloid with active links and additional information for your students.

Information, School ProgramJennifer ElwellSeptember 11, 2024Conservation

So You Want to Be a Veterinarian? Start Preparing in High School!

Many kids dream about becoming a veterinarian when they grow up. Those who continue to pursue this career at the start of high school can complete some preparatory classes and activities to make this dream become a reality.

InformationJennifer ElwellApril 23, 2024Careers

Learn About Poultry and Eggs

Learn about Kentucky poultry and eggs.

Information, CurriculumJennifer ElwellNovember 10, 2022Poultry, Poultry-KFFM

All About Pigs

Read all about pigs and pork production in Kentucky.

InformationJennifer ElwellAugust 15, 2021Pigs, Pig-Intermediate, About

All About Dairy

Read all about dairy cattle and milk production.

InformationJennifer ElwellAugust 15, 2021Dairy, Dairy-KFFM

All About Wheat

Wheat is grown in Kentucky for its grain and as a cover crop to protect the soil in winter.

InformationJennifer ElwellAugust 15, 2021Wheat, Wheat-KFFM

All About Soybeans

The soybean is a seed crop that is high in protein and oil and a member of the pea family (also called legumes).

InformationJennifer ElwellJuly 28, 2021Soybean, Soybean-KFFM, About

All About Corn

Read all about corn, the leading crop grown in America and a top crop in Kentucky.

InformationJennifer ElwellJuly 27, 2021Corn, Corn-KFFM, About

Agriculture Career Profiles

View profiles of people who work in Kentucky agriculture, or trained in Kentucky for their career.

InformationJennifer ElwellJuly 27, 2021Careers, Intermediate, Secondary

All About Beef Cattle

Settlers first brought cattle to Kentucky in 1775, with aid from famed explorer Daniel Boone. Since that time, cattle farming has played an important role in Kentucky’s agricultural economy. In fact, Kentucky farmers raise more beef cattle than any other state east of the Mississippi River!