Ag Lab traveling classroom to visit June 18 barbecue event
The Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation Ag Lab traveling classroom will be at the Delmarva Chicken Association Booster BBQ from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 18, at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington.
The Ag Lab traveling classroom serves to educate young people about farming and agriculture. It is a fun, educational tool that allows kids to see the different aspects of agriculture and try some out for themselves. The Ag Lab also teaches the importance of farming and the effects it has on the community.
In a 30-minute session, children learn about healthy eating, complete a hands-on planting activity and find out how food gets from the farm to their lunchbox. They are also given information to help them consider choosing agriculture as a future career possibility.
“We're excited to bring the Ag Lab back out into the community so kids can get that hands-on experience with agriculture again. Sometimes, our Ag Lab is the first exposure a child might have to the industry. We take that responsibility to heart. We are looking forward to a busy summer filled with new experiences and smiles,” Kali Voshell, Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation coordinator.
The Ag Lab will visit Boys & Girls Club summer camps, exhibits and special events throughout the state during the 2021 season.
The Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation projects it will be able to reach over 3,000 kids this summer.
