As the new school year begins we are very excited to be in the schools once again. Education coordinator, Tammy Campbell, has a wide variety of educational programs that she teaches to students in Van Wert County. Our most recent event was “Not Just Cows and Plows” that is put on at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for all area 4th graders.
The SWCD, in cooperation with Crestview Local Schools, Lincolnview Local Schools, St. Mary’s Parochial, and Van Wert City Schools, presented a day-long session for students to acquaint them with the primary industry in the county, AGRICULTURE. While some of the students do live on farms, most of them do not have an opportunity to experience what modern-day farming is all about. More important is that the field trip reinforces the social studies and science state standards and curriculum for this age group.
Local supporting agencies for the event include: Ag Credit, TruLand Equipment, Ohio State University Extension Office, Van Wert County Fair Board , Van Wert County Farm Bureau, Brookside Convenience Store (ice cream), Van Wert Soil & Water Conservation District, and the Van Wert County Foundation.
The speakers cover a broad range of topics, including livestock, crops, marketing and production of agricultural products, soil basics, water, and equipment with an emphasis on how technology has changed the way we farm and how agriculture effects our daily lives.
A huge thank you to the presenters for taking time out of their busy schedules to teach our local students. Also, to the sponsors for supporting this event and understanding the importance of teaching our youth.
Thank you to everyone who made this day successful!
