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from Kaneland Krier Volume 49 Issue 3

Feature

The sun sets over a plot of corn. Farmers put long and tough hours into their corn plots so that people throughout the area can use the well-grown corn for food, fuel and various other products that are essential to their daily lives. Agriculture is defined as the science or practice of farming with the intent to harvest both crops and livestock. But to many, agriculture is so much more. Agriculture means jobs, experiences and evolution in today’s technological world. While some people may see agriculture as nothing more than farming, it should not be taken for granted. Agronomy plays a vital role in the world we live in, from the food we eat to the gas that’s pumped into our cars. There are people all over the world who harvest crops, maintain farms, finance equipment, test seeds and teach others about agriculture. All parts of agriculture are crucial in making the world what it is today. People can support those in agriculture by spreading the message of how necessary it is and continuing to buy everyday products. Agriculture has advanced our society greatly by employing many people around the world. Technology has also evolved immensely through the constant creation of new machines to create more efficient farming systems. Students can get involved through different courses or by joining the National FFA Organization. It’s important to appreciate those who work in agriculture because without them there would be no world we live in today.

Photo by Katie Pfotenhauer

A goat roams in a pen at Mike and Bonnie Ormond’s family farm. Some goats are used for the production of dairy products, while others are used as companion animals for farmers or other livestock animals.

Photo by Abbey Mondi Many types of spices are lined up in a kitchen drawer. Spices are a big part of horticulture and are made up of many different herbs.

Agriculture

BY EDITOR ABBEY MONDI

Photo by Abbey Mondi

The Kane County Farm Bureau, located on Randall Rd. in St. Charles, is a non-profit association that works with and assists local agriculture producers and is a very appreciated supporter of Kaneland FFA. The Kane County Farm Bureau offers community service hours as well as scholarships for FFA members.

Photo courtesy of Lucas Johnson Registered seed technologist Bradley Johnson, father of senior Lucas Johnson, uses a corn purity tester to search for impurities within the seeds. This process is necessary to ensure that the seeds will successfuly grow and that the farmers will be able to turn a profit.

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Photo courtesy of Dayna Sivert

Photo by Abbey Mondi

Junior Dayna Sivert welds metal in her Fox Valley Career Center class. Welders are essential to the world of agriculture as they can fix equipment and tools when they break.

Ethanol gas is pumped into a car at a gas station. Ethanol gas is corn-based, making it a safer form of fuel for the environment.