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Less than 2% of our population actually produces food on farms, while
over 20% of our nation's workforce is in some way, shape, or form
involved in the processing, marketing, distribution, and sales of food
and fiber products. And yet, little is taught in our schools about
agriculture and the total food and fiber system. One of New York Ag in
the Classroom's (NYAITC) objectives is to fill this void.
Established in 1985 as a partnership between Cornell University, the
NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, the NYS Education Department,
and the New York Farm Bureau, NY AITC educates youth, teachers, and
consumers about agriculture and the food and fiber system.
NY AITC envisions a day when individuals in the state of New York:
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Appreciate the economic, social, historical, and
scientific importance of agriculture in our society. Develop an
accurate picture of today's agriculture |
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Explore the many career opportunities in all areas of
agriculture |
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Recognize the connection between agricultural production and
the daily consumption of food and fiber products |
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Heather Davis
Coordinator, Agricultural in the Classroom
607.255.9253
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Hall, at Cornell University's Ithaca Campus. |
hed24@cornell.edu
Eric Larsen
Interim Director, Agricultural Outreach and Education
607.254.6385
eal86@cornell.edu
New York Agriculture in the Classroom
Cornell University
Department of Education
106 Kennedy Hall
Ithaca NY 14853-4203
Phone: 607.255.9252
Fax: 607.255.7905 |
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Specialty License Plates Support NYAITC |
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In 2003, Lt. Governor Mary Donohue,
along with State Agriculture Commissioner Nathan L. Rudgers and
State Commissioner of Motor Vehicles Raymond P. Martinez,
unveiled New York's "Ag Tag" custom license plate, the proceeds
from which will benefit the New York Agriculture in the
Classroom Program.
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