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Featuring the Georgia Farm Bureau 2017 Art Contest Winners
AMBER MOORE State Winner 2017, 9th District Winner Colquitt County Farm Bureau • Colquitt County High School
AMBER MOORE State Winner 2017, 9th District Winner Colquitt County Farm Bureau, Colquitt County High School
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AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
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The word soup originates from the Teutonic word suppa, which refers to a Medieval dish consisting of a thick stew poured on slices of bread, called sop, used to soak up the liquid. Thin soups became popular in Europe during the 17th century, when the spoon was invented. The spoon was designed to accommodate the new fashion of wearing large, stiff ruffles around the neck.
Deadline for GFB Essay and Art contests is March 9. Check with your county Farm Bureau for information and local deadlines or visit www.gfb.org/ programs/aic.
GFB Foundation/AITC
Ingredients 1 sweet onion 2 potatoes 4 stalks of celery 5 carrots 3 tomatoes 3 cups tomato juice 3 cups beef broth Salt, pepper, garlic, and oregano to taste 1/2 lb ground beef browned Optional: 2 cups green beans, cut into small pieces Directions Bring the beef to the classroom already browned. Chop the onions. Dice the potatoes and celery. Peel carrots and cut into thin slices. Chop tomatoes into small pieces. For young children, have them watch you chop vegetables; older children can help chop them. Have the students discuss optional additions to their vegetable soup (green beans, corn, lima beans, cabbage, etc.) Have the students help pour the broth into the slow cooker and add the vegetables. Add spices to taste and have students take turns stirring the pot. Cooking times will vary depending on the slow cooker, but 6 hours on high is recommended. If the classroom time is too short, you can cook the soup and serve the next day. Allow soup to cool and then invite the children to taste it. Books: Who Grew My Soup? Tom Darbyshire Growing Vegetable Soup Lois Ehlert
MATT BRYSON State Runner-Up 2017, 1st District Winner Gordon County Farm Bureau, Gordon Central High School
Arbor Day in Georgia National Sweet Potato Month National FFA Week
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Deadline for GFB Essay & Art Contests is March 9. Deadline for GFB Foundation for Agriculture scholarship applications is March 2. Check on early registration for National Ag in the Classroom Conference June 26-29 • Portland, ME • www.agclassroom.org
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The National FFA (Future Farmers of America) was established in 1928. In 1929, national blue and corn gold became the official colors. In 1933, the familiar Official Dress of blue corduroy jackets was adopted. Today, all 50 states and two U.S. territories are currently chartered members. The name of the organization was changed to the National FFA Organization in 1988 to reflect the growing diversity of agriculture. (www.ffa.org) It goes beyond farming and helps students realize a future in agriculture from business to science to on-the-farm. Georgia is the third largest state association with 41,000 members out of 650,000 nationwide. (www. gaaged.org) Sweet potatoes and yams are not the same. Although both are angiosperms (flowering plants), they are not related botanically. Yams are a monocot (a plant having one embryonic seed leaf) and sweet potatoes, often called ‘yams’, are a dicot. The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires labels with the term ‘yam’ to be accompanied by the term ‘sweet potato.’
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GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org/aitc
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom Curriculum Matrix www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
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Prick the sweet potato several times and microwave on high power for 4 to 6 minutes or until tender. Turn halfway through the cooking time. For more than one, select sweet potatoes similar in size and increase the cooking time.
EMILY PRIDGEN State Runner-Up 2017, 10th District Winner Coffee County Farm Bureau, Citizens Christian Academy
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From Georgia Grown Cookbook http://feedmyschool.org/FMS/classrooms
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Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh Georgia blueberries 1 cup vanilla yogurt 1/2 cup granola
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Georgia is a very diverse state for providing us with food for a healthy and nutritious diet. We have dairy farms, beef cattle farms, and hog operations. We grow poultry for meat and for eggs. From apples to zucchini, Georgia farmers grow a wide vaiety of fruits and vegetables all year long.
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gfb.org/cfmarkets
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GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org/aitc
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
Directions Divide all the ingredients into two parfait glasses. Start with the blueberries, then the yogurt and ganrish with granola. Makes 2 servings. (You can also add some chopped Georgia pecans!) Classroom activity: What is the total yield of this recipe? How much product would you need to feed everyone in the classroom? What is the cost to produce?
JAMIYA ALLEN 2nd District Winner 2017
Elbert County Farm Bureau, Elbert County Comprehensive High School
National Pecan Month National Soyfoods Month Soil & Water Stewardship Week
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“Pecan” is an Algonquin American Indian word that translates as “all nuts requiring a stone to crack.” Because the nuts grew wild, pecans became a staple food for certain Native American tribes. Georgia is the nation’s largest supplier of pecans, with more than half the total U.S. production.
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AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
From Georgia Pecan Commission www.gapecans.org Ingredients 1 pound Georgia pecan halves 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces Salt to taste Directions Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Pour pecans into a 9” x 13” baking dish and place on center rack in oven. Roast, stirring occasionally, until they turn a deep brown color. (Don’t let them overcook as they will darken as they cool). This takes about an hour. Remove pecans from oven and stir in pieces of butter. Stir until butter melts, and return to oven if needed to get butter to melt. Add salt to taste while pecans are still hot. Serve still slightly warm for best flavor, or let cool and package in an airtight tin to store.
KASIE PRICE 3rd District Winner 2017 Polk County Farm Bureau, Rockmart High School
National Barbecue Month National Beef Month National Egg Month National Hamburger Month National Salad Month National Salsa Month National Strawberry Month
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Georgia has many commodities to celebrate in May! Set up the barbecue and cook some good Georgia beef (which includes hamburger of course!). Make some stuffed eggs or egg salad. Serve salsa with Georgia ingredients for scooping with tortilla chips. Georgia has many farms in the state where you can pick your own strawberries! Check out our Certified Farm Markets at Georgia Farm Bureau’s website: www.gfb. org. Find an easy strawberry recipe. Add them to a salad or yogurt. Or just eat them alone!
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AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
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From Georgia Grown Cookbook http://feedmyschool.org/FMS/classrooms 2 cups fresh Georgia strawberries 1/2 cup apple juice 1/4 cup orange juice 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt Place strawberries in the blender. Add juices. Add yogurt. Puree until smooth and poor into 2 glasses. Enjoy! Classroom activity: What is the total yield of this recipe? How much product would you need to feed everyone in the classroom? What is the cost to produce?
KYLE MITCHELL 4th District Winner 2017 Walton County Farm Bureau, Monroe Area High School
Georgia Beef Month National Dairy Month National Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month National Iced Tea Month
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We raise cattle in every state in the U.S. and every county in Georgia. Some cattle are raised for their meat and others are raised for the milk they produce. U.S. farmers take special care to see that their cattle are given the proper nutrition and care every day. Some of Georgia’s top fresh fruits and vegetables are blueberries, peaches, watermelon, bell peppers, sweet corn, cucumbers, cabbage, onions and pecans. In the summer, you can also find green beans, tomatoes, cantaloupe, and okra. Late in the summer you can also find Georgia grown apples!
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From Southeastern Dairy Association www.southeastdairy.org
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4 Tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter 1/2 teaspoon honey 1 medium apple, cored and sliced into 12 wedges Combine yogurt, peanut butter and honey in a small bowl. Whisk with a fork until well blended. Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to use. Divide apple wedges between two plates. Spoon 2 tablespoons of peanut butter whip onto each plate.
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GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
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Classroom activity: What is the total yield of this recipe? If 2 tablespoons are placed on each plate, how much would you need to feed the class? How many apples do you need for everyone in the classroom? What would be the cost of production?
CLARA REINAGEL 5th District Winner 2017 Upson County Farm Bureau, Homeschool
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Wild watermelons originated in southern Africa. Watermelon can be classified as both a fruit and a vegetable. It is a fruit because it grows from a seed, has a sweet refreshing flavor, and is loosely considered a type of melon (although it is a type of berry called a pepo). It is a vegetable because it is a member of the same family as the cucumber, pumpkin, and squash. It is also harvested and cleared from fields like other vine growing vegetables. Did you know? There is no plant part called a vegetable! The plant parts we eat are stems, leaves, roots, seeds, fruits, and flowers. Vegetable is a culinary term.
Watermelon Blueberry Salad Ingredients 1 tablespoon honey 3/4 teaspoon lemon juice 1 cup seeded chopped watermelon 1/2 cup fresh blueberries 2 tablespoons vanilla Greek yogurt (optional)
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National Baked Bean Month National Blueberry Month National Hot Dog Month National Ice Cream Month National Watermelon Month
GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
Directions In a small bowl, combine the honey and lemon juice. Add watermelon and blueberries; toss gently to coat. Chill until serving. (Optional: Drizzle with vanilla Greek yogurt to make a Red White and Blue Salad.) Yield: 2 servings. Classroom activity: What is the total yield of this recipe? How much product would you need to feed everyone in the classroom? What is the cost to produce?
KATELYN JACKSON 6th District Winner 2017 Johnson County Farm Bureau, Johnson County High School
National Catfish Month National Peach Month
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AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
From Georgia Grown Cookbook http://feedmyschool.org/FMS/classrooms
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Directions Chop peaches in a blender or food processor. Add remaining ingredients, blend until smooth. Divide into 8 small paper cups. Let freeze for one hour and insert popsicle sticks. Return to the freezer until completely frozen.
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Peachy Popsicles
Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds fresh Georgia peaches, peeled, halved and pitted Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Franciscan monks introduced peaches to St. Simons and Cumberland Islands along Georgia’s coast in 1571. By the mid-1700s, peaches and plums were cultivated by the Cherokee Indians. The first commercial production did not occur until the mid-19th century. In 1870, Samuel H. Rumph, a Marshallville, Ga., peach grower, perfected a new peach variety, which he named Elberta, for his wife. The Elberta remained the leading peach in Georgia until 1960, but was replaced by newer varieties created for commercial use.
VICTORIA MOSS 7th District Winner 2017
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About 1/3 of the U.S. diet is derived from insect pollinated plants and honeybees are responsible for an impressive 80% of that process. Those crops include watermelon, peaches, strawberries, cantaloupe, apples, and much, much more! Honeybees are the only insects that produce food for humans. Did you know that honey is good for sea turtles too?! Honey and honeycomb have been used successfully to treat wounds or as part of a medicinal regimen for sea turtles in rehabilitation centers.
Honey Apple Nachos Ingredients 1/4 cup honey 3 apples 2 tablespoons melted peanut butter 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 tablespoon shredded coconut Directions Slice the apples and spread on a plate. Drizzle honey and melted peanut butter over the apple slices. Sprinkle chocolate chips and shredded coconut on the top.
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National Chicken Month National Honey Month National Mushroom Month National Potato Month
GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
To keep apple slices from turning brown: Lemon Juice. To make a lemon juice solution, mix 1 tablespoon of lemon juice per 1 cup of water. You can also use other citrus juices like pineapple, or orange for a different flavor.
OLIVIA PERRY 8th District Winner 2017 Sumter County Farm Bureau, Southland Academy
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(10/7-13/18) A.B. Graham started a youth program in Clark County, Ohio in 1902 which is considered the birth of 4-H in the U.S. With the establishment of the Cooperative Extension Service with land grant universities and USDA through the Smith-Lever Act in 1914, 4-H was nationalized by 1924. 4-H clubs were formed and the clover emblem was adopted. Today 4-H serves youth in rural, urban, suburban communities across the U.S. 4-H includes out-ofschool programs, in-school enrichment programs, clubs and camps. (www.4-h. org) To learn about Georgia 4-H, contact your local UGA Cooperative Extension Service or visit www.georgia4h.org Apples are a member of the rose family of plants, along with pears, peaches, plums and cherries. 25 percent of an apple’s volume is air; that’s why they float. Apples are grown commercially in 36 states, including Georgia. While most apples are eaten fresh, they have other uses including juice making and cooking.
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From Georgia Grown Cookbook http://feedmyschool.org/FMS/classrooms
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National Apple Month National Chili Month National Pasta Month National Pizza Month National Pork Month National Seafood Month National 4-H Week
GFB Foundation for Agriculture www.gfbfoundation.org
AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
National Ag in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org
My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org
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Ingredients 2 Georgia Grown apples 2 tablespoons orange juice Directions Wash, core and wedge apples. Toss wedges in orange juice. Serve with your favorite dip! For a punch of protein, serve with 2 ounces of toasted Georgia pecans. (Note: You can also use pineapple juice for a different flavor. The citrus keeps the apples from browning.)
JUAN MUÑOS Honorable Mention 2017 Grady County Farm Bureau, Cairo High School
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It takes about 540 peanuts to make a 12-ounce jar of peanut butter. There are enough peanuts in one acre to make 30,000 peanut butter sandwiches. The world’s largest peanut butter factory churns out 250,000 jars of the tasty treat every day. Americans spend almost $800 million a year on peanut butter. The average child will eat 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before he/she graduates high school. The amount of peanut butter eaten in a year could wrap the earth in a ribbon of 18-ounce peanut butter jars one and one-third times.
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AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org
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Directions For smooth peanut butter: 1. Mix the peanuts with the peanut oil, and pour the mixture into the food processor. 2. Process the mixture until it’s very smooth. (Add a little oil if necessary) 3. Store your smooth peanut butter in a sealed container in the fridge. It will be good for 2 weeks. Optional: Add a little honey to the mixture before processing.
NEWT DOYLE Honorable Mention 2017 Screven County Farm Bureau, Homeschool
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There may not be an official month for celebrating Christmas Trees, but December should also be national Christmas Tree Month. Germany is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition as we now know it in the 16th century when devout Christians brought decorated trees into their homes. Christmas trees as a tradition in the U.S. did not gain in popularity until the early 20th century. Christmas trees generally take 6-8 years to mature. Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states including Hawaii and Alaska. 100,000 people are employed in the Christmas tree industry. More than 1,000,000 acres of land have been planted with Christmas trees. 77 million Christmas trees are planted each year. For every Real Christmas Tree harvested, 1 to 3 seedlings are planted the following spring. www.realchristmastrees.org
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Watermelon Christmas Trees Ingredients Watermelon Vanilla Greek yogurt (optional) Directions Cut the watermelon into slices about 1/2 inch thick.
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2019 Dates to Remember
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Rosh Hashanah – September 30 Yom Kippur – October 9 Daylight Saving Time Ends – November 4 Hanukkah – December 22
Method 1: Cut a triangle shape using the rind as a base. Trim the “Christmas tree” at the base so that a small center piece of the rind is the base of the tree. Lay flat to serve. Method 2: Using a Christmas tree cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the watermelon slices. Cut pieces of rind to center on the base of each tree as the trunk. Use a toothpick to secure the rind to the watermelon pieces. Lay flat to serve. Optional: Using a piping bag, pipe yogurt onto the trees to “decorate” it.
The Benefits of Membership Founded in 1937, Georgia Farm Bureau
has county chapters in 158 of Georgia’s counties. Its volunteer members actively participate in local, district and state activities that promote agriculture awareness to their non-farming neighbors. GFB also has 20 commodity advisory committees that give the organization input on issues pertinent to the major commodities grown in Georgia.
A Member of the county Farm Bureau
automatically becomes an affiliate with Georgia Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau. Farm Bureau members work together to analyze problems and formulate action plans to achieve educational improvement, economic opportunity and social advancement, thereby promoting prosperity and growth.
Our Grassroots Policy development
process and county programs assure the members of constant contact and input into the programs and activities of Georgia Farm Bureau. The members determine the future of their organization. Membership in Georgia Farm Bureau is open to everyone. Anyone interested in agriculture and participating in one of Farm Bureau’s many services may join. Farm Bureau is dedicated to continually improving and expanding service-to-member programs which serve to enhance the quality of life for all Georgians.
Georgia Farm Bureau is an inde-
Visit our website at www.gfb.org
pendent and non-government organization. The membership is composed of farm families in rural communities and those who want Georgia to be agriculturally successful, progressive and prosperous. Since its inception the primary, ongoing goal of Farm Bureau is to be a united voice in the legislative arena, to promote farm markets and to provide leadership and assistance to Georgia’s agricultural community. Farm Bureau is local, state, national and international in scope and influence.
Be a part of our growing, progressive organization. For more information on membership or any Farm Bureau service, contact your local county Farm Bureau office or the Georgia Farm Bureau Field Services Department at 1-478-474-0679, ext. 5234
Georgia Farm Bureau’s Programs and Volunteers Since 1937, Farm Bureau has established itself as a family organization offering programs and activities of interest to every member of the family. Some of these program opportunities include: Legislative Ag in the Classroom • Grassroots effort • Youth Education on the importance of food and fiber Public Policy • Educator Workshops • Agricultural Advisory Committees Certified Farm Market Program Young Farmer Activities • Buy Local Produce • Leadership Development GFB Foundation • Discussion Meet for Agriculture Women’s Committee/ • School Grants Promotion & Education • Scholarships Programs • Commodity Promotions • Farm-City Activities • Art & Essay Contests • Youth Education
To enhance the value of membership, Farm Bureau is committed to programs that strengthen our support for agriculture, rural Georgia and our members. Farm Bureau programs are an integral part of who we are. Our strong grassroots network of 158 county Farm Bureau organizations are composed of volunteers working to be the “Voice of Georgia Farmers” while strengthening our rural communities. Our county Farm Bureaus are managed by a local “volunteer” board of directors. Our volunteer leadership base is who shapes our organization. Farm Bureau members have the opportunity to connect with your local county Farm Bureau through volunteer involvement. Uniting our legislative voices and supporting the common theme of agricultural promotion and education, we can ensure an abundant and safe food supply for our communities, our state and country.
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eorgia Farm Bureau member benefits include more than 40 discounts with a variety of businesses including rental cars, hotels, and entertainment such as Six Flags Over Georgia, Wild Adventures, Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia Aquarium. Check us out at www.gfb.org
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• Safe and Abundant Food Supply – For strong national security • Environmental Stewardship – Protecting our natural resources • Private Property Rights • Limited Government – Freedom from government interference in private enterprise – Minimal government regulations • Sound Fiscal Policy • Low Tax Rates • Personal Responsibility • Respect for Religious Faith
cool websites Ag Literacy-----------------GFB Foundation for Agriculture – Ag in the Classroom http://www.gfbfoundation.org/aitc.html National Agriculture in the Classroom www.agclassroom.org AFB Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org My American Farm www.myamericanfarm.org UGA School Gardens http://extension.uga.edu/k12/school-gardens/ Georgia Grown Feed My School program, coloring books www.feedmyschool.org
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General – Georgia----------Georgia FCCLA – Family Career & Community Leaders of America www.gafccla.com Georgia 4-H www.georgia4h.org
USDA Educational Outreach Kid’s Science www.ars.usda.gov/is/kids/
Georgia Agricultural Facts http://extension.uga.edu/agriculture/
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General – U.S.--------------American Farm Bureau www.fb.org American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture www.agfoundation.org Bringing Biotechnology to Life–a STEM Resource http://www.agfoundation.org/news/bringingbiotechnology-to-life
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